Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Statistics] From University College Dublin

According to The New York Times, statistics is the number one career for the 21st century. In Ireland, employers can't find enough qualified graduates and now is the time to choose to study for a degree with a great future. Wherever data is collected, statistics and data analytics skills are required. Statisticians develop mathematical models for uncertainty and investigate their properties and applicability. The power of modern computing continues to have a major impact on both the development and applicability of statistical methods in almost every area of science, business and industry.

The Statistics (Hons) programme from University College Dublin is a four-year degree.

Career & Graduate Study Opportunities

Statisticians play a key role in virtually all areas of science and society:

• In the pharmaceutical industry, statistical modelling is vital in developing new drugs

• Statisticians help businesses investigate their customer behaviour to enhance their profitability

• Statistical skills are key in the new emerging areas of bioscience, such as genetics and bio-informatics

• Training in statistical science is valued in many industries such as finance, environmental science, economic analysis, medicine, education, health and social services, and many areas of government

With a Statistics degree you?ll be in demand as more and more employers are seeking to hire statisticians. There has never been a better time to take this degree. There are various opportunities for graduate study in statistics in both taught and research programmes, and a number of our graduates complete further studies.