Postgraduate Certificate of Applied Statistics
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Overview
This course is designed to train graduates for employment as statisticians in a range of industries. Specialised study is also available in various areas including biostatistics, epidemiological methods, generalised linear models, time series and stochastic finance.
Key features
- You will gain a deeper knowledge of statistics with applications in both the public and private sectors.
- Encourages critical thinking and offers flexibility to suit all interests and development needs.
Minimum course duration
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Designed for those who wish to gain knowledge of Applied Statistics, but who do not wish to undertake the full Masters program.
Course fee
AUD $7,440.00 p.a. 
Student amenities fee
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Entry requirements
Bachelor degree or equivalent.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
No work experience required
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above | 12 |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this certificate
| 800 level or above | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | 12cp from | STAT810 | Statistical Theory | ||
| STAT811 | Generalized Linear Models | ||||
| STAT814 | Statistical Design | ||||
| STAT817 | Bioinformatics | ||||
| STAT818 | Epidemiological Methods | ||||
| STAT821 | Multivariate Analysis | ||||
| STAT822 | Time Series | ||||
| STAT823 | Statistical Graphics | ||||
| STAT826 | Market Research and Forecasting | ||||
| STAT827 | Survival Analysis | ||||
| STAT828 | Data Mining | ||||
| STAT878 | Modern Computational Statistical Methods | ||||
| STAT890 | Stochastic Finance | 12 | |||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this certificate | 12 | ||||
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
Employment as statisticians in research organisations, insurance companies, financial institutions, medical institutions, government departments and industry.
