The MSc programme in statistics offers students thorough, professional and high quality training in statistics, thus preparing them for work as statisticians in a range of areas including business, industry, education, medicine as well as government, scientific and academic research establishments.

Through the pathway structure, the emphasis is on providing a good general coverage of the subject together with additional, more specialist instruction in certain areas. The principal strength of the programme is that training is given in the practical side of the subject at the same time as providing a thorough appreciation of the theory underpinning the methodology.  The main general aims are to develop each student’s understanding of statistical theory and methodology, enable them to solve substantial and realistic statistical problems and to communicate effectively the findings and results.