MSc Statistics

at University of Exeter

Compulsory modules

Module
 

• Statistical Inference: Theory and Practice

• Bayesian Statistics, Philosophy and Practice

• Applications of Data Science and Statistics

• Communicating Data Science

• Advanced Topics in Statistics

• Statistical Modelling in Space and Time

• Research Project in Statistics

Normally a 2:1 honours degree in a quantitative subject, for example: statistics, mathematics, engineering or physics.

Entry requirements for international students

English language requirements

IELTS

Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section.

TOEFL

Overall score 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.

UK fees per year: 
£10,000 full-time

International fees per year: 
£23,000 full-time

Fee information

Fees can normally be paid by two termly instalments and may be paid online. You will also be required to pay a tuition fee deposit to secure your offer of a place, unless you qualify for exemption.

Scholarships
We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students and have over £2.5 million in scholarships available, including our Global Excellence Scholarships* and Green Futures Scholarships* for international fee paying students.

Statisticians are found in many sectors. Demand for graduates with the ability to competently organise and analyse data is increasing as the amount of digital information available rapidly grows.

Your degree will provide you with analytical and statistical skills that are highly sought after by employers. Roles directly relating to a qualification in statistics exist in the public and private sectors and include actuarial analyst, actuary, data analyst or scientist, financial risk analyst, investment analyst, market or operational researcher and statistician.

This degree will also provide an excellent foundation should you wish to pursue advanced postgraduate research in statistics within academia.