Applied Statistics (code STAT)
Major Study
To satisfy the requirements for a major study in Applied Statistics, a student shall satisfactorily complete (at a grade of Pass or better) any MATH or STAT subjects listed in the Mathematics Schedule, to a total of at least 48 credit points; of which at least 12 credit points must be at 200- level and must include STAT231 and STAT232; and at least 24 credit points must be of 300- level STAT subjects.
The following suggested program is intended as a guideline only in selecting suitable supplementary subjects to make a reasonable pattern for a major in Applied Statistics.
All candidates are expected to consult with the School and Faculty advisers before committing themselves completely to any particular pattern, whether outlined below or not.
Double Major
A major in Applied Statistics can be combined with Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Econometrics, Accountancy, Management, Marketing, Finance or Biomedical Sciences.
Suggested Program in Applied Statistics
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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Year 1
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MATH187
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Mathematics 1A Part 1
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Autumn
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6
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MATH188
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Mathematics 1A Part 2
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Spring
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6
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MATH111
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Applied Mathematical Modelling 1
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Spring
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6
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MATH121
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Discrete Mathematics
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Autumn
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6
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STAT131
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Understanding Variation and Uncertainty
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Autumn
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6
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CSCI114
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Procedural Programming
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Autumn/Spring
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6
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Plus
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Subjects chosen from the Mathematics or General Schedules
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12
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Year 2
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MATH201
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Multivariate and Vector Calculus
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Autumn
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6
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MATH202
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Differential Equations 2
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Spring
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6
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MATH203
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Linear Algebra
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Autumn
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6
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MATH204
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Complex Variables and Group Theory
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Spring
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6
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STAT231
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Probability and Random Variables
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Autumn
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6
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STAT232
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Estimation and Hypothesis Testing
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Spring
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6
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Plus
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Subjects chosen from the Mathematics or General Schedules
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12
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Year 3
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STAT304
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Applied Probability and Financial Risk
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Autumn
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6
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STAT332
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Multiple Regression and Time Series
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Spring
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6
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STAT333
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Statistical Inference and Multivariate Analysis
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Spring
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6
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STAT335
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Sample Surveys and Experimental Design
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Autumn
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6
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Plus
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Subjects chosen from the Mathematics Schedule
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12
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Plus
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Subjects chosen from the Mathematics or General Schedules
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12
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