Undergraduate
Statistics
Contact us
Address
Student Central
The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009
Telephone
131 UWA (131 892)
International
(+61 8) 6488 1000
Hours
Frequently asked questions
Careers and further study
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
Career Pathways
The skills acquired in Statistics are highly transferable, allowing graduates to explore opportunities in various industries that require data analysis, modelling, and decision-making based on statistical reasoning. Some of the industries where statisticians are in demand include healthcare, finance and banking, government and public policy, market research, environmental science, and insurance.
Further Study
Further your professional development and learning with one of the following courses:
- Honours
- Master of Philosophy
- Doctor of Philosophy
Fees and scholarships
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you’re interested in studying one of these majors, find out the admission details below.
Minimum entry requirements
- 3.6
- 75.5
- 254
- 324
- 14.5
- 280
- 61
- 1130
- 56
- 75
Admission requirements
Mathematics requirement
This major requires a certain level of Mathematics. If you do not meet this level, you may be able to take additional Mathematics units in your first year to satisfy this requirement.
WACE prerequisite: Mathematics Specialist ATAR and Mathematics Methods ATAR
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
How to apply
The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.
Refer to the below regarding application processes for each of the pathways . More information regarding admission requirements and prerequisites for each pathway can be found on the 'Admission Requirements' tab.
Domestic Pathways
- Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
- Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.
International Pathways
- International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
- International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available in 2024
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 15 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and exams
- Undergraduate
- MJD-STATS
- 3
Course Structure
Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.
Popular combinations
Why study this course
- The Centre for Applied Statistics has an active research and consulting service that provides advice and consultation both across campus and to external research institutes such as The Perth Children’s Hospital, Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute and the Mindaroo Foundation
- UWA statistical staff are central to numerous Australia Research Council Industrial Transformation Programs, with external partners from the energy and engineering industries (e.g. Shell, Woodside, Rio Tinto, Alcoa), certification and insurance industries (Lloyds Register Foundation, Bureau Veritas), and Australian government research institutes (Bureau of Meteorology, Department of Environment), among others
- Our graduates are successful in finding employment, with most of them securing jobs before they complete their studies
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This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Philosophy
You'll learn to
- Comprehensive understanding of statistical theory, methods, and applications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Expertise in data analysis, experimental design, probability, and inferential statistics
- Practical experience with statistical software and real-world data sets
- Understanding of ethical considerations in statistical analysis
