Statistical Science (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Statistical Science
Length
2 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
The course provides opportunities for postgraduate students to further their understanding of the statistical modelling of physical, biological and economic phenomena so they can contribute to applied research and development in industry, commerce and research. It particularly emphasises data analysis using computer-related technology.
Course structure
Students choose from a wide range of subjects and complete an internally-examined minor thesis in second year. Electives include: Regression Analysis, Applied Financial Econometrics, Financial Econometrics, Game Theory and Applications, Statistical Inference, Statistics for Quality and Productivity in Industry, Time Series Analysis, Advanced Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Financial Mathematics, and Analysis of Medical Data.
Contact hours
8 contact hours per week (average)
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
21 410
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesSelection
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor’s degree with a major in statistics, or approved international equivalent. Students with an Honours degree may be accepted into the second year of the course.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
Career opportunities
Statisticians work across numerous industries, performing business analysis, risk analysis, forecasting, market analysis, and scientific analysis. Opportunities for highly-skilled statisticians have been steadily growing in recent years, and this trend is expected to continue.
Professional recognition
Students who have completed the first year of the Master of Statistical Science are eligible for accreditation as an Accredited Statistician (AStat) by the Statistical Society of Australia Inc., provided that they have four years of practical experience in applying statistics.