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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Essex

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    02-OCT-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Data is everywhere, and our BSc Statistics course combines a well-rounded mathematical core with specialist modules in statistics and data analysis, giving you a solid foundation for practical problem-solving in all sorts of areas. Topics on this course include:Pure and applied mathematics, including calculus, algebra and differential equationsTheory and practical techniques for modelling, visualising and analysing statistical dataComputational methods, including coding in Python, SQL, Matlab and the R statistical programming languageThis mix of mathematical and statistical skills strikes a balance between fundamental theory and practical applications, giving you the potential to apply your knowledge in areas as diverse as finance, economics, government, medicine, biology, marketing and social media. All our degrees feature an employability component in every year, explicitly training sought-after skills and incorporating careers day events and seminars from speakers in industry.Clear thinkers are required in every profession, so the successful statistician has an extensive choice of potential careers.Statistics graduates are highly employable in a wide range of places, working in business, pharmaceutical industries, banking and computing among others. The Royal Statistical Society offers further information on careers in statistics.

Tuition fees

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£ 21,525per year

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University information

University of Essex

  • University League Table

    29th

  • Campus address

    University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom

The careers team offer dedicated international careers advice and support throughout studies and after graduation.
Central London is easily accessible from all of the university's campuses.
Gain access to the curriculum from nine European universities through the YUFE (Young Universities for the Future of Europe) virtual campus.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    35th out of 65 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 244
    134 55%

    41st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    35th

    18
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.13 78%

    40th

    8

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