APTS Causal Inference Module

Graduate Course, University of Oxford, Department of Statistics, 2024

This module focuses on causal inference, covering methods for establishing cause-and-effect relationships from data.

Course Overview

This module provides an in-depth exploration of causal inference, equipping students with the tools and knowledge to analyze and interpret causal relationships from observational and experimental data.

Key Topics

  • Potential Outcomes Framework: Introduction to the Rubin Causal Model.
  • Randomization and Observational Studies: Design and analysis considerations.
  • Confounding and Bias: Identification and mitigation strategies.
  • Instrumental Variables: Using instrumental variables for causal estimation.
  • Mediation Analysis: Understanding pathways of causal effects.

Course Materials

Online notes are available here.