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Statistics

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
University Park Campus

Course summary

Statistics plays an essential role in data analytics, healthcare modelling and artificial intelligence. On this accredited degree, you will learn the fundamentals of statistics and data analysis and study advanced techniques in probability and uncertainty modelling. You'll also explore core areas of applied statistics.

You can tailor your choice of optional modules to suit your interests and career plans. You can even choose subjects, such as a language, that will broaden your skills and enhance your CV further.

Courses for students, by students
Our co-created curriculum is redefining studying maths. Imagine being part of a vibrant community where students have actively shaped the degree programmes.

We believe in collaboration, and that's why our students, industry professionals, and alumni joined forces with our dedicated staff to design degrees suitable for the real world. As you would expect there is emphasis on mathematical concepts and techniques, but with a practical application too.

Want to find out more?

About statistics at the University of Nottingham
Our lecturers are experts in data analysis and modelling. You'll learn from them through a combination of lectures, problem classes and tutorials. You will put the statistical and probability theory you've learnt into practice. Working in our computer labs will give you hands-on experience of using statistical software.

You can expand your skills even further with a work placement opportunity. Alternatively you may choose to spend time overseas by applying to study for a semester abroad.

Putting your skills into practice
There are many opportunities to work collectively with other students and academic staff to tackle complex problems from industry and academia. We work closely with our industrial partners and alumni to ensure the course is aligned to employer needs, so you can enter the workplace confident in the skills and knowledge you have gained.

Why choose this course?

  • Attend guest lectures join talks and workshops run by our Industrial Advisory Group and alumni

  • Hands-on experience through optional work placement year

  • Transferable skills in group work, presentations and projects

  • Spend time abroad opportunities to gain confidence and amazing experiences

  • PASS students in higher years help with first-year topics and support you to settle in: Peer-Assisted Study Support programme

  • Learn a language broaden your career options by learning a language alongside your degree

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Statistics-BSc-Hons-U6USTATS.html

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
G300
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - A*AA - AAA

A Level Mathematics is essential. A Level Further Mathematics (in additional to A Level Mathematics) is preferred but not required. Typical offer conditions - depending on subjects presented - are: - A*AA or A*A*B including A* Maths - AAA including Maths and Further Maths - A*AB including A*A from Maths and Further Maths - A*A*C including A*A* in Maths and Further Maths - AAA or A*AB including A in Maths, plus A in AS Level Further Maths The following A Levels are not accepted: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Thinking Skills, Global Perspectives and Research.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 42 credits M: 3 credits

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*.

Scottish Higher - AAAAB

This qualification is accepted when combined with Scottish Advanced Higher grades AA, including Advanced Higher Mathematics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level Mathematics grade A*.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D

This qualification is accepted alongside A Level grades A*A (including A* in Mathematics) or AA (including Maths and Further Maths)

Scottish Advanced Higher - AA

Advanced Higher Mathematics grade A is required. This qualification is accepted when combined with Scottish Higher grades AAAAB.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points

IB Diploma 34 points including Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (A&A) grade 6. Alternatively, achieve 3 Higher Level Certificates with grades: - 6,6,6 including HL6 Maths A&A - 7,6,5 including HL6 Maths A&A - 7,7,5 including HL7 Maths A&A

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - A - C

This qualification is accepted as equivalent to a non-mathematics A Level.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D2 D3 M1 with grade D2 Mathematics D3 D3 M2 with grade D3 Mathematics and D3 Further Mathematics

GCSE/National 4/National 5

English grade 4/C.

T Level

T Levels are considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact us for more information.

Lower offers will not be made based on STEP/MAT/TMUA tests, although these may be considered in the admissions process.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5Minimum 6.0 in each element.
TOEFL (iBT)90Minimum 19 in Writing and Listening; 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking.
PTE Academic71Minimum 65 in each element.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 7 other mathematics courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

97% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

How do you compare?

See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

67 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU£24700*Year 1
International£24700*Year 1
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Channel Islands£9790Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9790Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx

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