MSc Statistics and Management Science: University of the West of England

Introduction

There is always demand for well-qualified statisticians and management scientists in a wide range of industries and businesses, as well as government. Because organisations need greater and deeper understanding of statistical and management science methodologies in order to analyse, interpret and extract value from the ever larger amounts of data provided by modern information technology.

This course aims to meet this need through both academic study and the development of applied analytical and modelling skills, mainly computer based. You will also learn the skill of communicating complicated statistical findings to 'non-technical' decision makers.The course equips people from a broad variety of academic backgrounds and professional experience with the knowledge and skills to apply statistical and operational research approaches to a huge range of practical situations. It demonstrates the wide applicability of these approaches within a business or industrial context.

Entry requirements

General requirements

You should have a quantitative background and be a good communicator. Although not a requirement for entry, some previous exposure to statistics and/or management science would be useful.

International applicants (non UK and EU) should aim to apply by the end of June to allow time to arrange accommodation, finance and any visas.

English Language requirements

A recognised English Language qualification is normally required for entry to all programmes. If the medium of instruction of your first degree was not English, you are required to pass such tests as the British Council's International English Language Test (IELTS). All applicants for graduate entry programmes, Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas, Master's and doctorate programmes must achieve a minimum grade of 6.5. Those who have achieved a grade of 6 may attend a pre-sessional English Language course to bring their language skills up to the required level.