Overview

The Statistics (Social Statistics) at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers students a sophisticated platform to master quantitative analysis within the social sciences. This programme bridges the gap between advanced mathematical theory and practical research applications, ensuring graduates can handle diverse data structures effectively.

Students engage with a curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and technical proficiency. By exploring various statistical models, participants learn to interpret social phenomena through a data-driven lens, preparing them for high-level analytical roles in various sectors.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 28900 per year
National fee: GBP 18300 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on core methodologies and specialised applications in social research. Modules may include:

Statistical Computing
Social Science Research Methods
Regression Analysis
Multivariate Analysis
Survey Methodology
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Probability and Distribution Theory
Applied Statistics

Careers with Statistics (Social Statistics)

Graduates from this programme are highly sought after for their ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Many alumni secure positions within government agencies, international organisations, and market research firms where quantitative expertise is essential.

Common career paths include roles as data scientists, policy analysts, and social researchers. The rigorous training provided ensures that professionals are equipped to lead evidence-based projects and contribute to significant policy developments globally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical Inference: Principles, Methods and Computation

Generalised Linear Modelling and Survival Analysis

Multivariate Methods

Longitudinal Data Analysis

Machine Learning and Data Mining
Computational Data Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months
Part-time
- 21 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

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More details

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Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Applied Mathematics Sociology Statistics View 42 other Masters in Applied Mathematics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, including a substantial amount of statistics and mathematics.
Competition for places at the School is high. This means that even if you meet our minimum entry requirement, this does not guarantee you an offer of admission.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

28900 GBP / year

≈ 28900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

18300 GBP / year

≈ 18300 GBP / year

Additional Details

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Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The School recognizes that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.Find out more about financial support.

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