PhD Statistics at University of Essex

Programme overview

A research PhD with supervision in statistical modelling and smoothing, Bayesian computational statistics, nonparametric statistics and longitudinal analysis, within a School whose staff have published well-regarded textbooks and journal papers.

Faculty: School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science | Duration: 3-4 years full-time | Intake: January 2027 | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised thesis research with a compulsory 0-credit Mathematics - Research component; a PhD takes at least three years and typically involves wide reading followed by original results.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A good honours degree or a Masters degree in a relevant subject. A well-developed research proposal is essential. Applicants may be required to attend an interview, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent with a minimum of 5.5 in all other components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year. Home/UK fee; increases for each academic year of study Source

International applicants: GBP 20,625 a year. International fee; increases for each academic year of study Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 3-4 years full-time

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