Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Statistics

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Statistics is a four-year degree program offered by the University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of statistical concepts and techniques, as well as the opportunity to apply these skills in a variety of fields.

About the Program

Statistics is the science of learning from data. Statisticians can analyze and draw practical conclusions from data, providing crucial guidance in determining what information is reliable and which predictions can be trusted. Many economic, social, political, and military decisions cannot be made without statistical techniques.

Quick Facts

• Four-year degree
• Full or part-time program
• Can be entered directly from high school
• Can be started off-campus

What You Will Learn

You will study principles of experimental design and methods for data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

Sample First-Year Schedule

This degree program is flexible and offers the opportunity to take courses in many different subject areas. A typical first-year schedule might include:

Course | Description
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Fall Term
MATH 110 or MATH 176a | Calculus I or Advanced Calculus I (for students with Calculus 30)
CMPT 141a | Introduction to Computer Science
MATH 164a | Introduction to Linear Algebra
ENG 113b | Literature and Composition Reading Narrative
INDG 107c | Introduction to Canadian Indigenous Studies
Winter Term
MATH 116 or MATH 177a | Calculus II or Advanced Calculus II
CMPT 145a | Principles of Computer Science
MATH 163a | Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning
PHIL 120b | Knowledge Mind and Existence

Featured Classes

• STAT 244: Elementary Statistical Concepts: Statistical concepts and techniques including graphing of distributions, measures of location and variability, measures of association, regression, probability, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing.
• STAT 344: Applied Regression Analysis: Applied regression analysis involving the extensive use of computer software.
• STAT 442: Statistical Inference: Parametric estimation, maximum likelihood estimators, unbiased estimators, UMVUE, confidence intervals and regions, tests of hypotheses.

Why Study Here?

• Unique Opportunities: Interact with researchers in statistics, mathematics, health, and medical sciences, and the national and international statistical and mathematical science communities.
• Student-Professor Ratios: Upper-year classes have excellent student-professor ratios, allowing for direct interaction and creating an excellent learning environment.

Careers

One advantage of working in statistics is that you can combine your interest with almost any other field in science, technology, or business. Numerous industries employ statisticians, including:

• Health and Medicine: animal health, biostatistics, clinical trials, epidemiology, genetics, pharmacology, public health.
• Business and Industry: actuary, agriculture, computer science, economics, engineering, finance, insurance, marketing, quality improvement, reliability.
• Government: census, ecology, environment, forestry, government regulation, population research, risk assessment, surveys.

Tuition Estimates

| Canadian Students | International Students
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Tuition | $8,205 | $39,711
Student Fees | $1,308.24 | $1,308.24
Books | $1,500 | $1,500
Total | $11,013.24 | $42,519.24

Program Options

These Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Statistics degrees are offered by the University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science:

• Bachelor of Science Four-year
• Bachelor of Science Honours
• Bachelor of Science Double Honours

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements depend on your situation. Please consult the university's website for detailed information.

Application Deadlines

Start Term | Application Deadline | International Deadline
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Winter | Dec. 1, 2025 | Sept. 1, 2025
Spring | April 1, 2026 | Feb. 1, 2026
Summer | May 1, 2026 | March 1, 2026
Fall | July 15, 2026 | May 1, 2026
Winter | Dec. 1, 2026 | Sept. 1, 2026

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