Overview
About this Degree
The department has substantial computing facilities available and operates a statistical consulting service for the University’s research community. Programs of study may involve association with other departments such as Astronomy & Astrophysics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Environment, Information, Management, Mathematics, Philosophy, Psychology, Public Health, and Sociology. The department maintains an active seminar series and strongly encourages graduate student participation.
Students in the Statistics MSc program at the University of Toronto can conduct research in the fields of 1) Statistical Theory and Applications or 2) Probability. The program offers numerous courses in theoretical and applied aspects of Statistical Sciences, which prepare students for pursuing a PhD program or directly entering the data science workforce.
The MSc program can be taken on a full-time or part-time basis. Program requirements are the same for the full-time and part-time options.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Methods of Applied Statistics
- Probability Theory
- Mathematical Statistics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs)
Delivered
Disciplines
Statistics Machine Learning View 32 other Masters in Machine Learning in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university in a related field such as statistics, actuarial science, mathematics, economics, engineering, or any discipline where there is a significant quantitative component. Studies must include significant exposure to statistics, computer science, and mathematics, including coursework in advanced calculus, computational methods, linear algebra, probability, and statistics.
An average grade equivalent to at least a University of Toronto mid-B in the final year or over senior courses.
Three letters of reference.
A curriculum vitae.
Tuition Fee
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International
27520 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 27520 CAD per year during 12 months. -
National
6210 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6210 CAD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Toronto
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.