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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Statistics

  • Non-Award

Statistics is the science concerned with developing and studying methods for collecting, analysing, interpreting and presenting empirical data. Statistics provides you with a comprehensive understanding of statistical theory, methods, and applications.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Course Code
MJD-STATS
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Statistics offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with a solid foundation in statistical theory and practice. You'll develop expertise in areas such as data analysis, experimental design, probability, and statistical modelling. The major emphasises hands-on learning, with practical assignments and projects that involve real-world data sets. You'll also gain proficiency in statistical software used in the industry. Statistics prepares you for the evolving demands of the industry. Graduates possess a unique skill set, combining statistical expertise with the ability to leverage advanced computational techniques and algorithms for data-driven insights.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you're interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.

Minimum entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements

Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Below you'll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65
  • 75.5
Monash University Foundation Year
  • 254
South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
  • 324
Trinity College Foundation
  • 280
University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program
  • 61
Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP)
  • 56
Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards
  • 75
Admission requirements
For applicants with recent secondary education, information on admission criteria is available on our entry requirements page or on the UWA Handbook for course specific requirements and prerequisites.
Admission requirements
Mathematics requirement

This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.

WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Specialist ATAR and Mathematics Methods ATAR

Mathematics requirement
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

Careers and further study

This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.

Career Pathways

The skills acquired in Statistics are highly transferable, allowing graduates to explore opportunities in various industries that require data analysis, modelling, and decision-making based on statistical reasoning. Some of the industries where statisticians are in demand include healthcare, finance and banking, government and public policy, market research, environmental science, and insurance.

Career Pathways

The skills acquired in Statistics are highly transferable, allowing graduates to explore opportunities in various industries that require data analysis, modelling, and decision-making based on statistical reasoning. Some of the industries where statisticians are in demand include healthcare, finance and banking, government and public policy, market research, environmental science, and insurance.

Further Study

Further your professional development and learning with one of the following courses:

  • Honours
  • Master of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Philosophy
Further Study

Further your professional development and learning with one of the following courses:

  • Honours
  • Master of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Philosophy

Course structure

Level 1
Core

Take all units (12 points):

Option

Take unit(s) to the value of 6 points:

Level 2

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at The University of Western Australia (UWA).
77.4%
Overall satisfaction
81.6%
Skill scale
63.8%
Teaching scale
54.3%
Employed full-time
$52k
Average salary
Data source

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