Applied Statistics MSc

**Overview**<br/>Often known as the science of uncertainty, statistics is of vital importance in modern society where almost all sectors rely on the collection, analysis and interpretation of data. There is a great shortage of well qualified statisticians, data analysts and statistical consultants across the sector and this course has been specifically designed to meet that demand.<br/><br/>**Why study MSc Applied Statistics at Middlesex University?**<br/>Applied statistics involves putting theory into practice - not only summarising and describing data, but extrapolating from it to draw conclusions about the population being studied. This is an applied, practically-orientated course that gives you advanced knowledge of statistical methods and the theory that underpins these methods. With a strong emphasis on relating theory to practice, you will develop your analytical, logical, numerical and problem-solving, skills that are in such high demand with employers.<br/><br/>Middlesex is one of only four institutions in the UK which has been approved as a mirror for the statistical programming language R – meaning you will have access to software used in the industry. Youll also learn how to use standard statistical software like SPSS and Minitab.<br/><br/>Youll have the freedom to choose the type of independent research project you do which can take the form of a theoretical dissertation, a survey or a more practical project involving a data set. If youre working, youll have the option of basing your project at your workplace – making your studies even more relevant and beneficial for both you and your employer.<br/><br/>**Course highlights**<br/>- You will be able to work with real datasets by utilising our subscriptions to Bloomberg and Datastream<br/><br/><br/>- As a student of this course youll receive a free electronic textbook for every module.<br/>