Exam Body | Heriot-Watt University, UK |
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Course Duration | 3 years |
Part Time/Full Time | Full Time |
Fees | 43,920 |
Fees (International Student) | 49,920 |
Campus | Heriot-Watt University, UK |
Faculty | School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences |
Conducted entirely in Malaysia | Yes |
Awarding Country | United Kingdom |
Level of Study | Bachelor's Degree Level |
Field of Study | Mathematics & Statistics |
Achievement | Our programme is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society. It is possible for students who have completed the programme to apply for some exemptions from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries professional examinations. |
Study Abroad Pathway | No |
Course Description | The applications of statistical data science range from economics and medicine, to social and environmental sciences. Our BSc in Statistical Data Science provides a blend of both theoretical and applied elements of modern statistics, and aims to give students the training in modelling, analysing and interpreting real data that is required in the economy, industry and research. The first year of the programme cover basic mathematics, probability and statistics. The final two years focus on specialist topics of statistical modelling and advanced courses in mathematics and data science. A variety of statistical computer packages are used. |
Curriculum | Course contentYear 1
Optional and elective courses available for Year 1 include:
Year 2
Optional courses available for Year 2 may include:
Year 3
Optional courses available for Year 3 may include:
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Entry Requirements | STPM/UEC/A-Levels/IB Diploma with 5 credits or above |
Intake Months | September, January |
Career Prospects | Due to the near-universal relevance of statistical modelling, career opportunities exist for suitably qualified statisticians in a wide variety of areas, notably, business, insurance, financial consulting, market research, government agencies, the pharmaceutical industry and scientific research in areas such as environmental science. |
All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.
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