Program Overview
The Statistics at University of Haifa is a MA programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 12 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 Statistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Israel and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,938 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Haifa, Israel
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Probability
- Applied statistics I
- Algorithms for data analysis
- Stochastic process with applications
- Statistical Inference
- Applied statistics II
- Statistical learning theory
- The analysis of large and high dimensional data sets
- Statistical Consulting Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or Engineering (or other quantitative background). Some background in probability and statistics is required;
- GPA: 80%, 3.0;
- TOEFL scores (if native language is not English or candidates have not previously studied at an institution of higher education where the language of instruction is English). A minimum of 570 (paper-based test), 230 (computer-based test), or 89 (internet based test)
- 2 Recommendation letters
- Personal Statement (500-700 words)
- Skype interview
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,938 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,938 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Haifa 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 Haifa
University of Haifa
Haifa, Israel
University of Haifa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-07-18
- Start Date 2018-10-30
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
