Business Statistics

Description

The B.Sc. Business Statistics is a three-year program that is aimed at mathematically able students who are interested in a career in business or in applying statistical techniques. The Institute of Actuaries has recommended that students who complete this degree program with good performance may gain exemption from up to three of their professional examinations.

The programme philosophy is to develop a firm foundation in mathematical, computing, economic and business skills in year 1. These themes are further developed in compulsory modules during year 2. Students will choose additional modules from an option range to deepen their knowledge of business, economic and computing skills. In year 3, students will be given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge in mathematics and business whilst undertaking a significant project in applied statistics.

Statisticians are in high demand by employers in most areas of commercial business, government, industry, finance, company administration, research and IT.

In the first year, the programme offers the same modules as found in the BSc Actuarial Science degree. Subject to space on the course, top students may alternatively be able to transfer to Actuarial Sciences after the first year.

Career opportunities

This degree programme would give students the opportunity to prepare for a well paid and well respected career as a business statistician. A student successfully completing the course should have no trouble in finding a position as a business statistician in the financial sector or could pursue a career in management.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 10560 Year (EEA)
• EUR 14430 Year (Non-EEA)

Home/EU £9,000; International £12,300

• English

Course Content

Year 1

Module breakdown

The first year includes compulsory modules designed to develop a firm foundation in mathematical, computing, economic and business skills. Teaching is formally divided into lectures, seminars and computer laboratory classes.

Year 2

Module breakdown

Your study continues to build upon the foundations developed during your first year, including compulsory modules and a choice of optional modules. This enables you to develop your specialist interests in the areas of statistics, computing, economics or business and deepen your knowledge of business, economic, finance or computing skills which are of relevance in the actuarial workplace.

Year 3

In year 3, you are required to take 60 credits of compulsory modules comprising a 40 credit statistics project and a 20 credit module of advanced statistics. The remaining 60 credits will be chosen from a range of modules covering specific areas in business, economics and computing.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL iBT® test : 78

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

• A Level: ABB (including A in Maths)
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall inc. 6 in HL Mathematics
• Scottish Highers: AABBB (including Maths)
• Scottish Advanced Highers: ABB (including Maths)
• Irish Leaving Certificate: AABBBB (including Maths)
• Access Course: See below
• European Baccalaureate: 75% overall (including Maths)

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:

• IELTS: 6. overall (minimum 5.5 in any component)
• TOEFL: Internet-based score of 78 overall (minimum 20 in Speaking component, 17 in Writing and Listening components and 18 in Reading components.
• PTE: 55 overall (minimum 51 in any component).

If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Interviews

The majority of candidates will not be called for an interview. However, for some students an interview will be requested. These are normally quite informal and generally cover topics such as your current studies, reasons for choosing the course and your personal interests and extra-curricular activities.

Gap Year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year, believing that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry and may wish to contact the appropriate Admissions Office directly to discuss this further.

Special Entry Requirements

Grade A in A-level Mathematics or equivalent.

Intakes

The School's annual intake is in September of each year.

Alternative Qualifications

We encourage you to apply if you have alternative qualifications equivalent to our stated entry requirement. Please contact us for further information.
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 45 credits at Level 3, including 12 Level 3 credits in Mathematics.

GCSE Offer

Students are required to have Mathematics and English Language at minimum of Grade B.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of East Anglia.

Funding

The University offers around £1 million of Scholarships each year to support International students in their studies. Scholarships are normally awarded to students on the basis of academic merit and are usually for the duration of the period of study.