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Statistics

Undergraduate (Level 8 NFQ , Credits 180 )
According to The New York Times, a statistician is the number one career for the 21st century. In Ireland, employers cannot find enough qualified statistical graduates and now is the time to choose to study for a degree with a great future. Wherever data are collected, statistical and data analysis skills are required. Statisticians develop mathematical models for uncertainty and apply them to real data. Statistical models allow us to learn about the underlying processes which give rise to the data. The power of modern computing continues to have a major impact on both the development and applicability of statistical methods in almost every area of social science, science and business. The skills gained from studying Statistics complement many other subjects in the degree programme where quantitative methods form part of the approach to understanding the subject. For example, psychology and social science rely heavily on statistical modelling tools.
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For EU students, please apply via MyUCD. The following entry route(s) are available:
Description ENTRY Duration Application Opening Date APPURL
Statistics(BAU5) - Undergraduate Degree (Non EU) Entry in
Full Time - 3 Year(s) Apply from -
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Statistics is taught in lectures, tutorials and through independent study. There is also an emphasis on practical application through statistical software and applied projects.

Assessment is through a combination of end-of-semester written examinations, projects and continuous assessment.
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StatisticsBAU5
More and more employers are seeking to hire statisticians as they play a key role in virtually all areas of science and society, including:

  • Industries such as finance, government, economic analysis, marketing, education, health, medicine, and environmental science
  • Societal research which contributes to understanding economic and social change, informing public policymaking
  • Development of new drugs in the pharmaceutical industry

    Graduates may also pursue further study including the MA in Statistics, HDip in Mathematical Science (qualifier for the MSc in Mathematics) and HDip in Actuarial Science.
  • Students may apply to study abroad for a trimester in third year in partner institutions internationally.