Graduate Certificate of Applied Statistics

On successful completion of the degree you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate specialised knowledge of statistical methods.
2. Formulate basic statistical models.
3. Identify statistical methods for data from a range of statistical applications.
4. Evaluate the ethical aspects and implications of professional statistical work.
5. Apply appropriate statistical models/methods for various types of data.
6. Use suitable modern statistical software packages for a variety of statistical analyses.
7. Apply appropriate statistical analyses to address a range of common practical problems.
8. Communicate statistical results to a wide range of audiences in multiple modes, including verbally and in writing.

The Graduate Certificate of Applied Statistics provides you with knowledge and skills to work as a statistician, analyst or data scientist in a range of industries. This degree is an entry pathway to the Master of Applied Statistics.

Recommended study pattern

Choose two of the following subjects:

• Graphics, Multivariate Methods and Data Mining
• Statistical Inference
• Design of Surveys and Experiments
• Introductory Statistics
• Linear Models
• Applied Statistics
• Introduction to Probability 

In addition, choose two of the following subjects:

• Generalized Linear Models Approved
• Multivariate Analysis
• Time Series
• Statistical Graphics
• Survival Analysis
• Bayesian Data Analysis
• Modern Computational Statistical Methods 

The order in which you study subjects may depend upon when you commence your degree and the pace of your study. Some subjects are only available at certain times of the year.

Award requirements

This postgraduate coursework degree requires completion of four subjects.

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Indicative total fee $16,600

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

This research-intensive university in north-western Sydney offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. With over 44,000 current students, Macquarie has a strong reputation for welcoming international students and embracing flexible and convenient study options, including its partnership with Open Universities Australia.

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10

To apply for this degree students should hold:

• AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent; or
• AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, and approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning; or
• AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65

All applicants to coursework programs at Macquarie University are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.

The required standard of English for this degree is:

Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent from TOEFL, Pearson, Cambridge or OET.

With recognition of prior learning (RPL), you could get credit for your prior study and experience, reducing the duration of your studies. Credit is awarded for formal and informal or non-formal learning.