Statistics Dalhousie University

Overview

Dalhousie University 's Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Statistics programme will open a window to understanding the world. You’ll have access to a well-rounded set of courses that will help you build a solid scientific base.

You will be taught how to apply data to research, and you'll have opportunities to work on special projects and write code that can run powerful statistical software right from your laptop.

Programme options

Dalhousie offers a host of opportunities for you to explore interests and customize your degree. Whether you decide to enroll in the Integrated Science Programme, get an honours degree, or pursue a combination of disciplines, their team of advisors will help you figure out how to tailor your degree to fit you perfectly.

From summer research awards, internships, working as a teaching assistant, or getting involved with SuperNOVA summer camps, there are many ways to gain hands-on experience during your degree. A co-op option gives you real-world, paid experience in your field while making the connections you need to kickstart your career.

The following Statistics programme options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Science. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:

• Concentrated Honours Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Statistics

• Combined Honours Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Statistics

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts with Major in Statistic

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts with Double Major in Statistics 

• Minor in Statistics

What you will learn

Statistics is the science of structuring, explaining and processing data into something understandable. It doesn’t matter if you want to design computer games, study the safety of nuclear power plants, or conduct political polls; scientists of all kinds work with numbers to measure and explore the world.

At the advanced level, fourth-year courses are cross-listed with graduate courses, so you can study alongside our graduate students.

Careers

You can apply to receive the title of Associate Statistician (A.Stat.), a designation that is required for most entry-level positions in the field.

Possible careers include:

• Manufacturing

• Public Health

• Marketing

• Statistical Computing

• Science Writing And Journalism

If you’ve completed an honours degree in statistics, a Master of Science (MSc) in statistics is a natural next step. It offers you the ability to focus and undertake a serious research project on your own. You may also choose to pursue graduate studies in an interdisciplinary field such as finance, bioinformatics or environmental science.

Accreditation

The undergraduate courses are accredited by the Statistics Society of Canada, which means you can receive an Associate Statistician designation.