Statistical Science (Distance Learning) University of Nottingham

Overview

Within this Statistical Science (Distance Learning) MSc programme from the University of Nottingham as the data we generate increases, so does the global demand for analysts who can apply modern statistical methods to make sense of it. The MSc ensures you will gain the skills to go from exploring a data set, to modelling and analysing the data, through to presenting your findings in a variety of ways.

You will develop:

• essential statistical knowledge
• analytical skills
• computational expertise
• interpretive and communicative skills

You will study the core statistical concepts of inference and modelling. As you progress, you will cover advanced topics in machine learning, multivariate statistics and time series. These topics will develop your understanding of modern statistical techniques, leading to a dissertation which lets you demonstrate the skills you have gained and develop your ability to study independently. You will be supported by expert lecturers and leading statistical experts and researchers throughout the MSc.

Career opportunities:

Alongside their statistical knowledge, graduates will leave the course with valuable skills in:

• logical thinking
• problem-solving
• data analysis and manipulation
• communicating statistical findings

Graduates go on to a wide range of careers. Some enter roles that have a direct correlation to their degree, including banking, education and finance. Others utilise their transferable skills in sectors such as healthcare, sport and transport.

An MSc in statistics also opens up opportunities in data science.

84.8% of postgraduate taught students from the School of Mathematical Sciences secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was £30,374.*