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If you are interested in studying Statistics with an Arts and Humanities or Social Science subject, then this degree could be for you.

Statistics is the science of transforming data into knowledge and understanding, providing a principled approach to making data-informed decisions. Statistical methods enable us to gain insights from data, and with the advent of powerful computing technology, these methods have become widely used in many sectors. With society and the economy routinely producing vast amounts of data, the demand for data analytics skills is higher than ever.

About This Course

If you are interested in studying Statistics with an Arts and Humanities or Social Science subject, then this degree could be for you.

Statistics is the science of transforming data into knowledge and understanding, providing a principled approach to making data-informed decisions. Statistical methods enable us to gain insights from data, and with the advent of powerful computing technology, these methods have become widely used in many sectors. With society and the economy routinely producing vast amounts of data, the demand for data analytics skills is higher than ever.

The curriculum is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in statistical methods, with an emphasis on programming and hands-on experience tackling datarelated, real-world problems. In the first year, you will gain a broad overview of the basic principles of statistical modelling and reasoning, while subsequent years enhance this knowledge with a mixture of theoretical and applied modules to give you a well-rounded learning experience in statistics. Notably, you will learn how to use current statistical software packages, giving insight into how statistical methods are used in practice.

BA Joint Honours

Statistics as part of a BA can be combined with one of nine Arts and Humanities subjects including English, Music, Irish and History.

First Year

Statistics (including statistical modelling) • Mathematics (including calculus) • Plus other subject • Elective Module

Second Year

Statistics (including probability and inference, Bayesian statistics, predictive models) • +1 other subject • Elective Modules

Third Year

Statistics (including advanced predictive models, time series, machine learning, data programming) • +1 other subject • Elective Modules

BSc Social Sciences Joint Major

Statistics as part of a BSc can be combined with one of seven subjects, including Economics and Sociology.

First Year

Statistics (including statistical modelling) • Mathematics (including calculus, linear algebra) • Plus other subject • Elective Module

Second Year

Statistics (including probability and inference, Bayesian statistics, predictive models) • Elective Modules

Third & Fourth Year

Statistics (including advanced predictive models, time series, machine learning, data programming) • Research portfolio • Internship opportunity • Study abroad opportunity • +1 other subject • Elective Modules

Assessment

Assessment will be through a combination of end-of-trimester written examinations, projects and continuous assessment.

Study Statistics (BSc Social Sciences)

Archaeology Philosophy
Economics Politics & International Relations
Geography Sociology
Information & Communication Studies
Study Statistics (BA Arts)

Art History Irish/Gaeilge
Drama Linguistics
English German
French Spanish

Students may apply to study abroad at international partner universities in Year 3 of the Social Sciences programme.

With a degree in statistics, you will acquire the necessary skills to unlock insights from complex data, and steer crucial decisions across a diverse range of sectors. Employers in these industries are actively seeking professionals with advanced statistical data analytics skills and reasoning. As a statistician, you will be highly valued across a broad spectrum of fields, and perform societal research that contributes to understanding economic and social change, informing public policymaking. You will have the opportunity to build a career in industries such as government, economic analysis, finance, marketing, or education.

A degree in statistics also opens doors to graduate studies in both taught and research programmes.

Dr Michael Fop
UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics
e. michael.fop@ucd.ie


Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
 MST10010 Calculus I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 STAT10050 Practical Statistics Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 MST10020 Calculus II Spring  5
Stage 1 Core Modules
 STAT10060 Statistical Modelling Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 0 of:
Students who want to take Statistics as a subject in Stage 2 must take MST10030 or MATH10290 in either Stage 1 or Stage2. It is strongly recommended that students take MST10030 or MATH10290 in Stage 1.
 MATH10290 Linear Algebra for Science Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 0 of:
Students who want to take Statistics as a subject in Stage 2 must take MST10030 or MATH10290 in either Stage 1 or Stage2. It is strongly recommended that students take MST10030 or MATH10290 in Stage 1.
 MST10030 Linear Algebra I Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
 STAT20200 Probability Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
 STAT20240 Predictive Analytics Autumn  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
 STAT20180 Introduction to Bayesian Analysis Spring  5
Stage 2 Core Modules
 STAT30280 Inference for Data Analytics (online) Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
If not previously taken in Stage 1, students enrolled to Stage 2 Statistcs must take MST10030 in Stage 2
MST10030 Linear Algebra I Spring  5
Stage 2 Options - B) Min 0 of:
MST20070 must be taken in stage 2 or stage 3. Students registered to a joint major in Mathematics and Statistics should select an additional stage 2 Mathematics option module in lieu of this statistics option.
 MST20070 Multivariable Calculus with Applications Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules
 STAT30010 Time Series Autumn  5
Stage 3 Core Modules
 STAT30270 Statistical Machine Learning Spring  5
Stage 3 Core Modules
 STAT40150 Multivariate Analysis Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30080 Models - Survival Models Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30090 Models - Stochastic Models Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30340 Data Programming with R Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT40800 Data Prog with Python (online) Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT41020 Survey Sampling Autumn  5
Stage 3 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30250 Advanced Predictive Analytics Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT40080 Nonparametric Statistics Spring  5
Stage 3 Options - B) Min 0 of:
MST20070 must be taken in stage 2 or stage 3
MST20070 Multivariable Calculus with Applications Autumn  5
Stage 4 Core Modules
 STAT30010 Time Series Autumn  5
Stage 4 Core Modules
 STAT30270 Statistical Machine Learning Spring  5
Stage 4 Core Modules
 STAT40150 Multivariate Analysis Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30080 Models - Survival Models Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30090 Models - Stochastic Models Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30340 Data Programming with R Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT40800 Data Prog with Python (online) Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT41020 Survey Sampling Autumn  5
Stage 4 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT30250 Advanced Predictive Analytics Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - A)2 of:
Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in Stage 2 or Stage 3
 STAT40080 Nonparametric Statistics Spring  5
Stage 4 Options - B) Min 0 of:
MST20070 must be taken in stage 2 or stage 3
MST20070 Multivariable Calculus with Applications Autumn  5

I originally chose to study statistics as I did well in mathematics at school and I wanted to explore our larger society’s dynamics. I study modules in Statistics and Economics and this balance alongside option modules in other social sciences subjects has provided me with a holistic understanding of Statistics and its far-reaching infl uence. Between lectures and coding labs, I apply theory into practice, working with large data sets while navigating diff erent applications of statistics. I have been able to determine my career path in trend forecasting, and I don’t think I would have come to this conclusion without UCD’s educational approach and its career support.

Vy Nguyen, Student

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General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Statistics (through Arts & Humanities/Social Sciences):

ROWCLASS Apply to   Application Type  
showAudience-audienceInt BAU5
Arts
Bachelor of Arts
Full-Time
Commencing September 2024
 Undergraduate Degree (Non EU)
Non EU Undergraduates		 Closed
showAudience-audienceInt SBU3
Social Sciences
Bachelor of Science
Full-Time
Commencing September 2024
 Undergraduate Degree (Non EU)
Non EU Undergraduates		 Closed
showAudience-audienceInt BAU5
Joint Honours
Bachelor of Arts
Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
 Undergraduate Degree (Non EU)
Non EU Undergraduates		 Apply
showAudience-audienceInt SBU3
Social Sciences
Bachelor of Science
Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
 Undergraduate Degree (Non EU)
Non EU Undergraduates		 Apply
showAudience-audienceEU DN520
Joint Honours
Bachelor of Arts
Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
 Application through CAO Apply via CAO
showAudience-audienceEU DN700
Social Sciences
Bachelor of Science
Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
 Application through CAO Apply via CAO
* you can change options at the top of the page

Additional special entry route(s) to Statistics (through Arts & Humanities/Social Sciences):

These options have additional eligibility requirements to cater for specific applicant cohorts. You should not apply via these routes before consulting the requirements or contacting the responsible UCD office.

ROWCLASS Apply to   Application Type  
showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt BAU5
Joint Honours
Bachelor of Arts		 Full-Time

Commencing September 2025		 Access Progression Pathway
Access Progression Pathway
Application to this Non-EU Access Progression Pathway is by invitation only. If you are not currently enrolled on an Access programme at UCD, your application will be marked as invalid.
If you are not a current Access student, but you are a non-EU applicant seeking admission to an undergraduate degree, please submit an application via the "Undergraduate Degree (Non-EU)" course type.		 Apply
showAudience-audienceEU showAudience-audienceInt SBU3
Social Sciences
Bachelor of Science		 Full-Time

Commencing September 2025		 Access Progression Pathway
Access Progression Pathway
Application to this Non-EU Access Progression Pathway is by invitation only. If you are not currently enrolled on an Access programme at UCD, your application will be marked as invalid.
If you are not a current Access student, but you are a non-EU applicant seeking admission to an undergraduate degree, please submit an application via the "Undergraduate Degree (Non-EU)" course type.		 Apply
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