Applied Statistics University of Lethbridge

Overview

The Applied Statistics BSc program offered at University of Lethbridge is structured to provide a firm theoretical background in statistics and to allow students to apply specific statistical techniques within a discipline of their interest. 

Key Facts

In a world that is increasingly data-driven, education in statistical methods is essential to the process of extracting critical knowledge from that data. Statistical techniques are invaluable for evaluating ideas, testing hypotheses and pursuing the truth.

If your passion is the environment, statisticians help manage our natural resources and understand the impact of climate change. If your passion is public policy, statisticians work with governments and non-governmental organizations to measure the health of the economy and assess the effectiveness of government programs. If your passion is sports, statisticians help improve teams through player drafting, signing and development. No matter where your passion lies, you are likely to find statisticians active in that area.

The program has three possible concentrations:

• Economics
• Geography

• Psychology

Possible Careers

Students completing the major in applied statistics will develop skills that are highly sought after by both public and private sector industries. Professional disciplines & graduate studies. Your undergraduate degree in applied statistics also provides an excellent foundation for actuarial science, law, management, engineering, architecture and education. The University of Lethbridge’s School of Graduate Studies offers graduate programs, at the master and doctoral levels, in more than 60 disciplines — so why not consider pursuing grad school right here in Lethbridge! Whether you choose to do your advanced studies at uLethbridge or another institution, know that your undergraduate degree has set you on the path to post-graduate success.