Synopsis

The Master of Science in Applied Statistics programme is offered to accommodate both working professionals and fresh graduates to acquire analytical and statistical skills. The programme offers a curriculum that provides a balanced approach towards learning of statistical theory and its applications. The core courses give a thorough grounding in advanced and modern statistical methods with additional topics in data science.

Entry Requirement

• Bachelor of Science (Hons.) from UiTM in a related and appropriate area of specialization with minimum CGPA of 2.75; OR
• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent from other recognized universities approved by UiTM with minimum CGPA of 2.75.  

English Requirement (MUET/IELTS/TOEFL/CEFR/TOEIC/BULATS)

• Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3
• IELTS Band 5
• TOEFL: Internet Based Test (IBT: 35-45) ; Computer Based Test (CBT: 107-131) ; Paper Based Test (417-450)
• CEFR: B1
• TOEIC: 356-440
• BULATS: 40-59

Courses

Semester 1

• Advanced Statistical Inference
• Advanced Multivariate Analysis
• Statistical Computing and one elective course.

Semester 2

• Sampling Theory and Practice
• Applied Statistical Modelling
• Research Methodology
• Statistical Consulting and Entrepreneurship and one elective course.

Semester 3

• Design and analysis of Experiment
• Research Project in Applied Statistics and one elective course.

Elective Courses

• Students are required to select one of the two specializations. They are required to select only three elective courses from the chosen specialization.

Specialization 1: Data Science

• Statistical Data Mining, Stochastic Models
• Advanced Statistical Methods
• Data Visualization and Advanced Data Organization

Specialization 2: Business and Social Sciences

• Advanced Time Series Modelling and Forecasting
• Input-Output Analysis
• Demographic Analysis
• Quality Management and Analysis
• Strategic Management