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Introduction to the Higher Diploma in Statistics

The Higher Diploma in Statistics is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time course designed for graduates with substantial mathematical content in their degrees. The program aims to develop expertise in the application of statistical methods and broaden career opportunities.

Course Outline

The Higher Diploma in Statistics consists of coursework divided into nine core modules, blending theoretical and applied statistics. The modules include:

• Probability and Mathematical Statistics (10 credits)
• Statistical Theory (10 credits)
• Introduction to Regression Analysis (5 credits)
• Data Analysis I (5 credits)
• Generalised Linear Models (5 credits)
• Time Series (5 credits)
• Survival Analysis (5 credits)
• Current Topics in Statistics I (5 credits)
• Statistical Consulting (10 credits)

The applied modules also equip students with advanced practical software-oriented skills in popular statistical software packages such as R, SAS, and SPSS.

Course Practicalities

Students attend an average of 12 lectures, three tutorials, and three computer practicals per week over the 24-week academic year. All modules have elements of continuous assessment, which students submit throughout the course. Lectures, tutorials, and computer practicals take place between 9 am and 6 pm, Monday to Friday.

Assessment

Five modules (30 credits) are examined exclusively by continuous assessment. The remaining four modules (30 credits) are examined by both continuous assessment (worth 20% of the module mark) and end-of-year written examinations (worth 80% of the module mark). The continuous assessments can be written home-work, computer practical assignments, in-class tests, written data analysis reports, or computer practical examinations.

Why Choose This Course

This course provides students with a thorough theoretical grounding in statistics as well as practical experience in analyzing real data. The program offers opportunities for further study at the master's degree level or employment in areas such as medical research, the pharmaceutical industry, government departments/agencies, sales and marketing research, finance and banking, the insurance industry, and software development and support.

Requirements

Applicants should normally have obtained at least Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honors degree (NFQ, Level 8) that included a substantial component of Mathematics or mathematically-based material. Applications will also be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) from graduates with relevant experience.

Fees and Costs

The EU fee for this course is 6,130, and the Non-EU fee is 18,490.

How to Apply

To apply, check the opening and closing dates for the application process, gather required documents, and apply online through the university's application portal. Scanned copies of supporting documents must be uploaded, including original qualification documents and transcripts of results from institutions other than UCC.

Contact Details

For queries regarding course content or timetables, please contact the relevant department or faculty.