Program Overview
The Official Statistics at University of Southampton is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Official Statistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 2,940 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,940 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Official Statistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Demographic Methods
- Evaluation and Monitoring
- Survey Sampling
- Intro to Survey Research
- Compensating for Non-Response
- Statistical Disclosure Control
- Further Survey Estimation
- National Accounts
- Analysis Complex Survey Data
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Selection process:
It is normally expected that you will have the equivalent of at least a second-class honours degree, with some exposure to statistical methods (eg in geography, psychology, population sciences, economics/econometrics, statistics, mathematics), and that you will usually be employed in the area of official statistics. In some circumstances, previous relevant professional experience will be taken into consideration.
Students who have a degree with no statistical content will be required to show that they have the necessary background knowledge to the level of the Royal Statistical Society Higher Certificate in Statistics.
In addition, an introductory revision module covering basic mathematics and statistics is run every September to help students prepare for postgraduate study. Attendance on this module is an entry requirement.
In line with the University\'s equal opportunities policy, individuals are selected and treated according to their relevant merits and abilities and are given equal opportunities in the Division and University. The aim of the policy is to ensure that no student or prospective student should receive any less favourable treatment on any grounds which are not relevant to academic ability or attainment. Decisions on admission are based solely on the grounds of academic merit.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 2,940 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,940 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 2,940 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,940 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southampton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southampton
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2 September 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months