Overview
The major in Statistics has been designed to ensure that graduates are well trained in three key areas: probability and stochastic processes, statistical inference and modelling, and modern statistical computing methods. Third year electives allow students to further develop their statistical capabilities according to their own interests. Computing has become … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate broad knowledge and skills in fundamental areas of statistics such as probability, stochastic processes, inference, modelling and statistical computing.
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of statistical reasoning and hypothesis testing.
3.
Communicate statistical information, methods, results and insights to diverse audiences, using appropriate graphical or visualisation approaches.
4.
Analyse problems and select appropriate statistical tools for developing solutions.
5.
Perform computational tasks in statistical analyses using computer packages.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies - BActSt3586 - Actuarial Studies
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies (Co op) - BActSt (Co-op)3587 - Actuarial Studies (Co op)
Bachelor of Science - BSc3970 - Science
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 60 UOC.
Level 1 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses24 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Core Courses24 Units of Credit:
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Additional Information
Notes
Many courses in Mathematics are offered at two levels. The higher level courses cater for students with greater mathematical ability and/or a higher level of prior knowledge. Students with suitable qualifications are encouraged to enrol in the higher level courses.
Students who are completing the Bachelor Science (majoring in Statistics) in concurrent mode with a Bachelor of Engineering will need to substitute some level II courses in the Engineering program. For more information see the School of Mathematics and Statistics website.
Honours
For further information on Honours in Statistics, please see the Statistics Honours entry in this Handbook.
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