Why Bachelor of Mathematics?
Have a passion for data-driven decision-making? Ready to reveal the patterns and trends that help shape our world?
Statisticians use their mathematical expertise to provide insights and inform decision-making in areas like pharmaceutical research, forecasting weather patterns, and analysing sport team performance.
Our Bachelor of Mathematics majoring in Statistics builds your skills in collecting, analysing and interpreting data. You'll learn how to ethically gather statistical data, interpret results and work with complex data to solve everyday problems.
Your ability to make sense of data and harness these insights will open you up to a world of career opportunities in industries where data is king – finance and banking, technology, software development, healthcare, climate modelling and more.
Overview
In our Bachelor of Mathematics majoring in Statistics, you’ll learn how to understand and translate real-world datasets, developing valuable and applicable skills in high demand by employers.
In your statistics major, you’ll learn how to conduct useful analyses and craft clear visual representations. Explore the ethical use and communication of statistical data. You’ll analyse and decipher complex problems in either our specialised Maths Clinic, industry internships or final projects, creating tailored solutions for real challenges.
You’ll gain critical skills in statistical modelling and apply these across a range of disciplines and situations. Use logical thinking, problem solving and creativity to deliver results. Develop your analytical and communication skills to inform and analyse datasets and explore the use of statistics in areas like medicine, weather, space and finance.
You’ll graduate ready to apply your knowledge in highly rewarding fields of interest like banking, finance, environmental protection, meteorology, health and research.