Statistics

Statistics is the science of collecting, analysing, presenting and interpreting data. Our programmes have been consistently recognised for the diversity of the project work by our external examiners.

Programme structure

A key feature of our degree programmes is the flexibility to study for a combined degree with large numbers of subjects from across the University. Particularly common combined degree combinations include Mathematics, Computing Science, Economics, and Finance, but in recent years students have also completed combined degrees in subjects such as Management, Psychology and Geography. Availability of certain courses in combined Honours programmes may be subject to timetabling restrictions.

Year 1

Alongside a compulsory mathematics course, you can take courses introducing topics in probability and statistical methods, with examples and case studies illustrating how statistics is used in practice in the real world.

Year 2

Alongside two compulsory mathematics courses, you will take four courses covering topics in statistical methods and probability theory, such as probability distributions, likelihood estimation and regression modelling. You will also be taught statistical programming in order to apply the theory and methods to real world data.

Years 3, 4 and 5

If you proceed to Honours (years 3 and 4) you will study theory and practical training, which involves

project planning, report writing and the development of presentational skills. General topics covered

across courses include probability, modelling, design, inference, Bayesian methodology, and a range of applications including biostatistics, environmental statistics and financial statistics.

You will also complete case studies and projects on topics which may be drawn from the fields of bioinformatics, environmental studies, medicine, psychology, sports science and veterinary science.

One important feature of project activities is a presentation. You will give a talk describing your project problem, your analyses and results. This, along with writing a report in non-technical language, provides you with two important transferable skills. You will also gain experience in teamwork and learn to use statistical packages, as well as gaining appreciation of the use and misuse of computers and computer software in statistics.

There is also an opportunity to take an MSci degree over five years, which either explores statistics topics in greater depth with a large individually supervised research project in year 5 or involves a paid work placement year in industry or the public sector in year 4 followed by a fifth year back at the university.

Our international links

You will have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities as part of your degree. This won’t add any extra time to your studies.

Career prospects

Our graduates have statistical, computational, numerate and presentational skills which are applicable in many fields such as medicine, education, transport, agriculture, engineering and economics. They are employed in a variety of posts such as quality engineer, actuary, accountant, credit risk analyst, clinical statistician, statistician, statistical programmer, teacher and operational researcher. Others go on to undertake postgraduate degrees.

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Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Statistical Society, Royal