Master of Statistics

At UOW, the student must have a background of Statistics at undergraduate level in order to pursue the degree. This program is focused on enhancement of students’ statistical skills and to prepare them for advanced statistical work in industry, commerce or government. Master of Statistics at UOW covers a wide range of statistical theory and practice, which help students for further research degrees in the particular field. The course structure includes a list of Preparation and Foundations subjects, Elective subjects of Mathematics, Computer Science or Statistics. Preparation subjects include: Multivariate and Vector Calculus, Differential Equations: Analysis and Applications, Linear Algebra and Groups, Complex Variables and Group Theory, Random Variables and Estimation, Statistical Inference and Introduction to Model Building. Foundation subjects include Mathematics for Cryptography, Enhanced Programs in Differential Equations, Financial Calculus, Operations Research Numerical Analysis, Applied Probability and Financial Risk, Linear and Generalized Linear Models, Statistical Inference, and Sample Surveys and Experimental Design. The program also includes a research project for which topics will be suggested by faculty. Sample topics include Modern Inference, Advanced Data Analysis, Survey Design and Analysis, Statistical Consulting, and Experimental Design. It’s a two-year program with 96 credit hours and its graduates (with 4-6 years' work experience) can apply for membership as an Accredited Statistician with the Statistical Society of Australia.