How MASH can help you
The Mathematics Resources Centre (MASH) provides help with any statistical problems that you might have with project work, field studies and research. This includes:
- experimental design
- guidance on the correct statistical test to use
- help getting your data ready for analysis
- help with statistical packages
- interpretation of results
Since statistical project work is often complex, when you first work with MASH it is best to attend the Project Statistics Drop-in. The purpose of this initial drop-in is to clarify information about your project and the statistical elements with which you would like help. This initial conversation will then provide one of the following:
- Immediate information regarding your next step
- Permission to bring some or all queries relating to your project to one of the MASH drop-ins
- Where necessary, access to more specialist statistical advice with guidance on how to book this and how to get the most out of the consultation
Please note that if you attend the General MASH Drop-in with a project work query, without previously attending the Project Statistics Drop-in, it is possible that your query will be too complex or lengthy for us to deal with.
Project Statistics Drop-in
The first point of contact to talk to MASH about your project work. The times and locations can be found on our drop-in pages.
Distance students may use the online drop-in in place of the Project Statistics Drop-in.
The Project Statistics Drop-in runs on campus during teaching and revision weeks. During University vacations there is limited access to project statistics advice available online, via the statistics advice calendar
Specialist advice appointments
You can book specialist statistics advice appointments via the specialist advice calendar. You will only be able to see appointments in this calendar if you have been given this access by a member of the drop-in team.
Who this service is for
This service is available to all members of the University undertaking project work.
Undergraduate students working on coursework may also attend the Project Statistics Drop-in, but please be aware that priority will be given to project students at peak times. It is therefore recommended that for coursework queries and support with lecture materials, you should attend the general MASH drop-in.
This service is concerned with guiding and supporting learning and will not carry out statistical work, including testing, on your behalf.
Session locations
In-person appointments run in the Skills Zone. Appointments are also available online via MS Teams. Please select from the in-person or online option when you book.
If you are able to come to campus you should choose a face-to-face appointment. These are more effective and you may be able to get further advice during the face-to-face drop-in on the same day.