Statistics BSc

University College London
4.5
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Bachelor's degree

In London

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    3 Years

In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
In your first year, you will study mathematics, statistics and some computing, which will prepare you for increased specialistion in statistics in years two and three.
During the course of your degree, theoretical studies are balanced with developing practical skills, including in computing and the use of specialist software.
In the final year, there is considerable flexibility to bias your programme towards either the more mathematical or applied aspects of the subject. In particular, about one-quarter of your work will be on a project involving extensive research supervised by a member of staff within the Department of Statistical Science. Previous projects include the analysis of rainfall patterns in southern Africa, an analysis of data from a clinical trial and an analysis of volatility in financial markets.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Gower Street, WC1E 6BT

Start date

On request

About this course

The programme allows considerable flexibility through the choice of optional modules, and it may be possible to choose some modules from other UCL departments.
The department offers a friendly and supportive atmosphere, where small-group teaching and personal attention are available for all students.
The programme is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) enabling you to be granted Graduate Statistician (GradStat) status if you achieve second-class honours or above.
Teaching is enhanced by the varied research interests of our academic staff; from the foundations of the subject to applications of statistics in science, medicine, industry, economics and finance.

The department offers a friendly and supportive atmosphere, where small-group teaching and personal attention are available for all students.
The programme is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) enabling you to be granted Graduate Statistician (GradStat) status if you achieve second-class honours or above.
Teaching is enhanced by the varied research interests of our academic staff; from the foundations of the subject to applications of statistics in science, medicine, industry, economics and finance.

English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 5. For UK-based students, a grade C or 5 or equivalent in a foreign language (other than Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew or Latin) is required.

This programme is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society. On application to the Royal Statistical Society, graduates are awarded Graduate Statistician (GradStat) status, providing formal recognition of a member's statistical qualifications, subject to achieving second-class honours or above

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4.5
  • Now it's time for me to go out there to expand my learning horizon - not only academically but also about international culture and global learning.
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  • Make sure that you know who will be teaching you for your chosen programme and if these academics are in fact excelling in their respective fields. The teaching quality is quite variable, so it is good to choose a course and modules that are taught by experienced academics.
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Course rating

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Centre rating

J Molto

5.0
26/06/2018
What I would highlight: Now it's time for me to go out there to expand my learning horizon - not only academically but also about international culture and global learning.
What could be improved: All ok
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Danilo Ramos Pinto Sampaio

4.0
15/07/2017
What I would highlight: Make sure that you know who will be teaching you for your chosen programme and if these academics are in fact excelling in their respective fields. The teaching quality is quite variable, so it is good to choose a course and modules that are taught by experienced academics.
What could be improved: -
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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Subjects

  • Computing
  • Statistics
  • Stochastic systems
  • Stochastic Methods in Finance
  • Social statistics
  • Risk & Insurance Analytics
  • Forecasting
  • Factorial Experimentation
  • Health Economics
  • Decision & Risk

Course programme

YEAR 1

Core or compulsory module(s)
  • Introduction to Probability and Statistics
  • Introduction to Practical Statistics
  • Further Probability and Statistics
  • Mathematics for Students of Economics, Statistics and Related Disciplines I
  • Mathematics for Students of Economics, Statistics and Related Disciplines II
Optional modules

You will select 1.5 credits from a wide range of optional modules. Options may include:

A Foreign Language module (Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin or Spanish – all levels from beginner to advanced available).
Modules in Computer Science; Economics; Management; Mathematics; or in Science and Technology Studies.


YEAR 2

Core or compulsory module(s)
  • Computing for Practical Statistics
  • Introduction To Applied Probability
  • Linear Models and the Analysis of Variance
  • Mathematics for Students of Economics, Statistics and Related Disciplines III
  • Probability and Inference

Optional modules

You will select 1.5 credits of optional modules, including at least one of the following:

  • Optimisation Algorithms in Operational Research
  • Social Statistics

Remaining credits can be selected from a wide range of undergraduate module options.

YEAR 3

Core or compulsory module(s)
  • Statistical Inference
  • Statistical Science Project
Optional modules

You will select 2.5 credits from a wide range of optional modules. Options may include:

  • Decision & Risk
  • Bayesian Methods in Health Economics
  • Factorial Experimentation
  • Forecasting
  • Medical Statistics I
  • Medical Statistics II
  • Optimisation Algorithms in Operational Research
  • Quantitative Modelling of Operational Risk & Insurance Analytics
  • Social Statistics
  • Stochastic Methods in Finance I
  • Stochastic Methods in Finance II
  • Stochastic Systems
  • Other approved undergraduate module options
Your learning

We employ a variety of teaching methods which includes lectures, small-group tutorials, problem classes and computer workshops and e-learning. Lecturers have regular 'office hours' during which you are welcome to come and ask questions about the programme material.

Assessment

Most modules are examined at the end of the academic year in which they are taken using a combination of end-of-year examinations and in-course assessment. Prizes may be awarded to the most outstanding students in the first, second and third year.

Additional information

Overseas students Fee - £23,390 (2018/19)

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