Statistics (Study Abroad) : MSci Hons : G301

Master

In Lancaster

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Lancaster

  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Statistics help us study and overcome scientific, industrial and social problems; it supports everything from architecture and engineering to health and medicine. Develop Masters-level skills to engage with these advanced issues and experience a new culture and society overseas.

Statistics is concerned with the fundamental and advanced concepts of data handling and our statisticians become experts in data collection, analysis, and presentation. This is an engaging programme of study and our reputation for excellence in research means that we are able to offer high-quality teaching delivered by academics who are leaders in their field.

Our four year MSci Statistics (Study Abroad) pathway gives you the exciting opportunity to experience a new culture and society by spending a year studying overseas. You will also gain a deeper specialisation in statistics, and the chance to develop your research skills by undertaking a dissertation or industry research project.

During your first year, you will build on your previous knowledge and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts. Modules cover a wide range of topics from calculus, probability and statistics to logic, proofs and theorems. As well as developing your technical knowledge and statistical skills, you will also enhance your data analysis, problem-solving and quantitative reasoning skills.

In the second year, you will further develop your knowledge in analysis, algebra, probability and statistics. You will also be introduced to Computational Mathematics, exploring the theory and application of computation and numerical problem-solving methods. While studying these topics, you will complete our Project Skills module, which provides you with the chance to enhance your research and employment skills through an individual and group project. Additionally, you will gain experience of scientific writing, and you will practise using statistical software such as R and LaTeX.

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Lancaster (Lancashire)
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Lancaster University, LA1 4YW

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About this course

Statistics graduates are highly employable, having in-depth specialist knowledge and a wealth of skills. Through this degree, you will graduate with a comprehensive skill set, including data analysis and manipulation, logical thinking, problem-solving and quantitative reasoning, as well as adept knowledge of the discipline. In addition, statistics plays a valuable role in all businesses and enterprises. As a result, statisticians are sought after in a range of industries, such as education, finance, forensics, health, market research, and transport.

The starting salary for many graduate statistical roles is highly competitive, and popular career options include:

Assistant Statistician
Data Analyst
Market Research
Mathematical Modeller
Statistical Officer
Teacher
Alternatively, you may wish to undertake postgraduate research study at Lancaster and pursue a career in research and teaching.

A Level AAA including A level Mathematics or Further Mathematics OR AAB including A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics

IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.

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Subjects

  • Problem Solving
  • Data analysis
  • Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Calculus
  • Algebra
  • Computational
  • GCSE Mathematics
  • Probability
  • Discrete Mathematics

Course programme

Many of Lancaster's degree programmes are flexible, offering students the opportunity to cover a wide selection of subject areas to complement their main specialism. You will be able to study a range of modules, some examples of which are listed below.

Year 1

Core

    • Calculus
    • Convergence and Continuity
    • Discrete Mathematics
    • Further Calculus
    • Geometry and Calculus
    • Integration and Differentiation
    • Linear Algebra
    • Numbers and Relations
    • Probability
    • Statistics
Year 2

Core

    • Abstract Algebra
    • Complex Analysis
    • Computational Mathematics
    • Linear Algebra II
    • Probability II
    • Project Skills
    • Real Analysis
    • Statistics II
Year 3

Core

    • Study Abroad Year
Year 4

Optional

    • Assessing Financial Risk: Extreme Value Methods
    • Bayesian Inference
    • Clinical Trials
    • Computer Intensive Methods
    • Elliptic Curves
    • Environmental Epidemiology
    • Financial Mathematics
    • Galois Theory
    • Generalised Linear Models
    • Hilbert Space
    • Industrial Dissertation
    • Lebesgue Integration
    • Lie Groups and Lie Algebras
    • Likelihood Inference
    • Longitudinal Data Analysis
    • Metric Spaces
    • Operator Theory
    • Principles of Epidemiology
    • Probability Theory
    • Project Skills
    • Representation Theory of Finite Groups
    • Statistics Dissertation
    • Stochastic Calculus for Finance
    • Stochastic Processes
    • Topology and Fractals

Lancaster University offers a range of programmes, some of which follow a structured study programme, and others which offer the chance for you to devise a more flexible programme. We divide academic study into two sections - Part 1 (Year 1) and Part 2 (Year 2, 3 and sometimes 4). For most programmes Part 1 requires you to study 120 credits spread over at least three modules which, depending upon your programme, will be drawn from one, two or three different academic subjects. A higher degree of specialisation then develops in subsequent years.

Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.

Additional information

Overseas Fee -£18,890

Statistics (Study Abroad) : MSci Hons : G301

£ 9,250 VAT inc.