MSc Statistics

The MSc in Statistics offers a comprehensive foundation in statistical theory and applications, and aims to cover topics most relevant to a career as a professional statistician or data scientist. Your training will open the way to employment in many sectors, including marketing, insurance, banking and pharmaceutical industry. It may also provide the pathway to a research degree (PhD).

MSc in Statistics – General Route
This flexible route provides a comprehensive Masters in Statistics with a broad statistical foundation. Building on a 30 CATS core in statistics covering theory, methods and applications, you design your personalised curriculum by selecting a further 90 CATS (6 modules) from a wide range of options. Tailor your degree with subjects that may include Bayesian statistics, medical statistics, statistical genetics, multivariate analysis, time series, stochastic processes, designed experiments, financial mathematics, statistical consulting, Monte Carlo methods, and advanced data science topics. This ensures your expertise aligns with your personal interests and career aspirations. This route is ideal for those seeking a versatile degree with comprehensive training in both classical and modern statistical methods.