MSc Applied Statistics (online)

Study with Strathclyde

• a conversion course, designed for those with a background in a broad range of disciplines
• gain skills in problem-solving, the analysis and manipulation of complex data, and use of statistical software packages
• learn to interpret and report the result from data analyses

Programme skillset

On the online Applied Statistics MSc programme you’ll have the opportunity to acquire:

• in-depth knowledge of modern statistical methods used to analyse and visualise real-life data sets, and the experience of how to apply these methods in a professional setting
• skills in using statistical software packages used in government, industry and commerce
• the ability to interpret the output from statistical tests and data analyses, and communicate your findings to a variety of audiences including health professionals, scientists, government officials, managers and stakeholders who may have an interest in the problem
• problem-solving and high numeracy skills widely sought after in the commercial sector
• practical experience of statistical consultancy and how to interact with professionals who require statistical analyses of their data

Accreditation: On successful completion of the MSc, students may be eligible for GradStat status.