Bachelor of Science Honours – Statistics

Bachelor of Science Honours – Statistics

Overview

The Bachelor of Science Honours – Statistics specialisation is offered on the Pietermaritzburg and Westville campuses. The Statistics (Hons) specialisation focuses on advanced knowledge and skills in statistics, preparing them for further academic pursuits like postgraduate studies, or for careers in various sectors that utilise statistical analysis and data interpretation. It aims to equip students with the ability to conduct research, analyse data, and make informed decisions.

SAQA

84749

NQF LEVEL

08

DURATION

1 Year

CLOSING DATE

31 October

DISCIPLINE

Entry Requirements

  • Applicants are eligible to apply to register for the Statistics specialisation in the BSc (Hons) programme if they have previously been awarded a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Statistics.

Modules

The curriculum for the Statistics (Hons) specialisation comprises modules with a total credit point value of 128 credit points as approved by the Senate. The Module STAT795 may not be repeated.

Semester 1

  • Econometrics – STAT713 (16 credits) – offered on Westville campus only
  • The Generalized Linear Model – STAT714 (16 Credits)
  • Time Series Analysis – STAT721 (16 Credits)
  • Customer Segmentation Methods – STAT743 (16 Credits)
  • Special Topics in Biostatistics – STAT753 (16 credits) – offered on Pietermaritzburg campus only

Total Credits: 64 Credits

Semester 2

  •   Mixed Models & Spatial Statistics – STAT730 (16 Credits)
  • Risk Management – STAT733 (16 Credits)

Or up to 32C for the year from another discipline approved by the school.

YEAR MODULE

  • Project in Statistics – STAT795 (32 Credits)

Total Credits: 64 Credits

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