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BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science

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BSc (Hons) Statistical Data Science
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Programme Information

Qualification

Degree

Duration

3 Years

Intake

September

Tuition Fee

RM 131760

Overseas Program

Available

Location

Selangor

Overview

The applications of statistical data science range from economics and medicine, to social and environmental sciences. Our BSc in Statistical Data Science provides a blend of both theoretical and applied elements of modern statistics, and aims to give students the training in modelling, analysing and interpreting real data that is required in the economy, industry and research. The first year of the programme cover basic mathematics, probability and statistics. The final two years focus on specialist topics of statistical modelling and advanced courses in mathematics and data science. A variety of statistical computer packages are used.

Entry Requirements

  • Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Foundation in Science: ABBC – A in Mathematics, B in Physics, B in Chemistry, C in Academic English/Study Skills
  • Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Foundation in Business: ABBC – A in Mathematics, B in Accountancy and Finance, B in Business Management, C in Academic English/Study Skills
  • A-Level/STPM: AAB including A in Mathematics
  • UEC: 8 points or less (5 subjects not less than B grade)
  • **WACE/SACE: ATAR 90 (WACE: Minimum 80% in Mathematics/SACE: Minimum 17.0 in Mathematics)
  • SMA 3 (Indonesia): 8
  • IB Diploma: 28 points (Minimum 6 in HL Mathematics)
  • Diploma with high level of attainment in mathematics recognised by the Malaysian Government, acceptable to the University.
  • Any other relevant qualification with high level of attainment in mathematics recognised by the Malaysian Government

**Maybe subject to additional school assessment.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, then evidence of proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 is required.

If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a Pre-Sessional English Programme (PSEP) prior to commencing your studies.

Course Outline

Year 1

Multivariable Calculus and Real Analysis A
Linear Algebra
Actuarial and Financial Mathematics A
Probability and Statistics A
Multivariable Calculus and Real Analysis B
Actuarial and Financial Mathematics B
Probability and Statistics B
Finance and Financial Reporting
Operations Management (Elective)

Year 2
Stochastic Processes
Statistical Models A
Statistics for Social Science
Portfolio Theory and Asset Models (Option)
Human Resource Management (Elective)
Survival Models
Statistical Models B
Bayesian Inference & Computational Methods
Derivative Markets and Discrete-time Finance (Option)
Ordinary Differential Equations (Option)

Year 3
Optimisation
Statistical Dissertation A
Statistical Machine Learning
Continuous-Time Finance (Option)
Statistical Computing (Option)
Project Management (Elective)
Time Series Analysis
Statistical Dissertation B
Risk Theory (Option)
Statistics Special Topic (Option)
Risk Management: Techniques and Tools (Option)

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Programme Information

Qualification

Degree

Duration

3 Years

Intake

September

Tuition Fee

RM 131760

Overseas Program

Available

Location

Selangor