Master of Science (Applied Statistics)
Turn your research skills into a profession, with Applied Statistics.
- What is the focus of this degree?
- Is this course for me?
- What are my study options?
- What are my career options?
- How do I find out more?
Learn more about the Master of Science (Applied Statistics).
What is the focus of this degree?
If you have a professional interest in statistics, whether you work in research or develop your existing statistical knowledge, then you'll benefit from the practical knowledge you'll gain through this course.
You can study Applied Statistics as part of a short course or as a single subject, and areas covered include:
- Multi-level modelling
- Data mining
- Forecasting
- SAS programming
- Structural equation modelling
- Sample survey design
- Logistic regression
- Rasch modelling
- Scale development
Is this course for me?
If you enjoy analysing data and understanding why things happen, and want to change what happens in the future, our statistics course is for you.
You may be looking to change careers, or require a qualification in quantitative research or statistical analysis to enhance your existing knowledge.
Our course is appropriate if you have an undergraduate degree or extensive relevant academic or work experience.
What are my study options?
This is the final qualification in a three-stage nested suite of courses, which means you gain qualifications as you go, adding flexibility to your course and smooth progression from one level of understanding and knowledge to the next.
The Graduate Certificate is taught online, so there are no formal contact hours. The Graduate Diploma is taught on campus or via distance education, and the Master of Science(Applied Statistics) is taught on campus.
Find out more about each stage of study:
| Program | Local Student Information | International Student Information |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate of Science (Applied Statistics) | Local | International |
| Graduate Diploma of Science (Applied Statistics) | Local | International |
| Master of Science (Applied Statistics) | Local | International |
We offer full-time and part-time courses, and a range of delivery options, as well as short courses and single subject options in Applied Statistics. Contact us to find out more.
What are my career options?
- Research
- Marketing
- Government agencies
- Market research
- Education
- Medical and biological sciences
- Town planning
- Social research