Our MSc in Applied Statistics in Finance is a conversion course that offers the opportunity to develop statistics and data analysis skills even if you have never studied statistics. You will be supported by members of staff who work directly with industry to develop skills relevant to current research areas including population health and medicine, animal and plant health, finance and business.
Students will gain skills in:
problem-solving
analysis and manipulation of complex data
the use of statistical software for data analysis and reporting
effective communication of statistics
Academic requirements/experience
Minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree or overseas equivalent.
Mathematical training to A Level or equivalent standard.
Prospective students with relevant experience or appropriate professional qualifications are also welcome to apply.
For Australia and Canada, normal degrees in relevant disciplines are accepted.
Mathematical knowledge
Applicants are required to have some prior mathematical knowledge, e.g. A Level or equivalent in:
calculus
linear algebra
differential equations
20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.
IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Science
Glasgow
Postgraduate
Full-Time,1 year
September
9600,
20600, (INT)
London
6.0
Postgraduate
UK: £14,500 full-time; £7,250 part-time & International: £25,500 full-time; £12,750 part-time
Brighton
6.0
Postgraduate
£ 20950
Bath, Somerset, United Kingdom
7.5
Postgraduate
24700