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Why is this course for me?

If you are interested in studying Statistics with an Arts and Humanities or Social Science subject, then this degree could be for you.

Wherever data are collected, statistical and data analysis skills are required. Statisticians develop mathematical models for uncertainty and apply them to real data. Statistical models allow us to learn about the underlying processes which give rise to the data. 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 social science, science and business.

Career & Graduate Study Opportunities

More and more employers are seeking to hire statisticians, as they play a key role in virtually all areas of society and science, including:

Industries such as finance, government, economic analysis, marketing, education, health, medicine, environmental science
Societal research which contributes to understanding economic and social change, informing public policymaking
Development of new drugs in the pharmaceutical industry

Graduates may also pursue further study, including the MA in Statistics, HDip in Mathematical Science (qualifier for the MSc in Mathematical Science) and GradDip in Actuarial Science.

What Will I Study

In first year, you will gain a broad overview of the basic principles of statistical modelling and reasoning, while second and third years enhance this knowledge with a mixture of theoretical and applied modules to give you a well-rounded learning experience in statistics. Notably, you will learn how to use current statistical software packages, giving insight into how statistical methods are used in practice. Statistics as part of a BA can be combined with one of nine subjects, including English and Art History.

BA Joint Honours:

Statistics as part of a BA can be combined wit one of twelve Arts and Humanities subjects including English, Music, Irish and History.

First Year

Statistical Modelling
Practical Statistics
Calculus
Plus one other subject
Elective module

Second Year

Probability Theory
Inferential Statistics
Predictive Analytics
Bayesian Statistics
Plus one other subject
Elective modules

Third Year

Time Series Analysis
Statistical Machine Learning
Monte Carlo Inference
Advanced Predictive Analytics
Multivariate Analysis
Plus one other subject
Elective modules

BSc Social Sciences Joint Honours

Statistics as part of a BSc can be combined with one of seven subjects, including Economics and Sociology.

First Year

Linear Algebra
Statistical Modelling
Calculus
Plus one other Subject
Electives

Second Year

Probability Theory
Predictive Analytics
Inferential Statistics
Bayesian Statistics
Elective Modules

Third & Fourth Year

Time Series Analysis
Bayesian Analysis
Data Programming
Statistical Machine Learning
Monte Carlo Inference
Advanced Predictive Analytics
Multivariate Analysis
Actuarial Statistics
Research Portfolio
Internship Opportunity
Study Abroad Opportunity
Plus one other subject
Electives modules.

International Study Opportunities

Students may apply to study abroad at international partner universities in Year 3 of the Social Sciences programme.