BSc (Hons) Statistics & Data Analytics at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

Statistics & Data Analytics is the science of collecting, analysing, presenting and interpreting data, with applications across almost every academic discipline. The programme is flexible and can be combined with subjects such as Mathematics, Computing Science, Economics and Finance.

Department: School of Mathematics & Statistics | Duration: 4 years | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 combines a compulsory mathematics course with probability and introductory statistical methods; Year 2 adds two mathematics courses and four courses on statistical methods, probability, likelihood and regression modelling with statistical programming. Honours years cover probability, modelling, design, inference, Bayesian methodology, machine learning and applications in biostatistics, environmental and financial statistics, with project work.

Career pathways

Graduate roles include data scientist, statistician, actuarial analyst, investment analyst, banking analytics analyst and data consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels AAB including Mathematics at A; IB 34 points (6,5,5 at HL) with HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) at 6; Scottish Highers minimum BBBB from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer, with offers typically at AAAAA by the end of S6, including Higher Mathematics at A and Higher Science at A. International applicants from non-English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (single sitting, taken within 2 years 5 months of the start date); TOEFL iBT 92 overall (tests from 21 January 2026) with minimum Reading 22, Listening 20, Speaking 23, Writing 21; PTE Academic 59 overall and in every subtest. UCAS deadlines: 13 January for UK applicants (15 October for Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine or Oxford/Cambridge applicants); 30 June for international students.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years

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