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Statistics (through Arts & Humanities/Social Sciences)  (SAJ2)

BA/BSc (NFQ Level 8) · Academic Year 2024/2025
School
School of Mathematics and Statistics
Attendance
Full Time
Level
Undergraduate
NFQ Level
Award
Bachelor of Arts
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Programme Director
Dr Michael Fop
Overall Programme Credits:
Programme Credits:
Stage 1
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Stage 1
Core/Option: 55 Electives: 5
Stage 2
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Stage 3
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Stage 3
Core/Option: 60 Electives: 0
Stage 4
Core/Option: 50 Electives: 10
Major/Minor Core & Option Credits:
Stage 2: 25
Stage 3: 25
Stage 4: 25

Curricular information is subject to change.

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.

This programme is aimed at students on the BA programme particularly those studying one of the Social Science subjects or Mathematical Studies. By combining those subjects with Statistics to obtain a joint honours BA degree students will enhance their employability. In the 21st century data has become the key tool employed by companies, organisations and individuals to make informed decisions. The Social Sciences worldwide have become increasingly quantitative in nature and that trend is accelerating. Combining a degree in one of the social science subjects with statistics provides students with all of the skills required to excel in their future careers as social scientists. Obtaining the quantitative expertise provided by studying Statistics will set students apart and make them more employable. For those who wish to study statistics or mathematics as subjects in their own right, a joint honours BA in Statistics and Mathematical Studies provides a perfect combination.



 


1 - Demonstrate an indepth understanding of statistics
2 - Use the language of logic to reason correctly and make deductions
3 - Approach problems in an analytical, precise and rigorous way
4 - Apply statistical reasoning and techniques to formulate and solve problems
5 - Model real world problems in a statistical framework
6 - Confidently analyze and draw information from large quantities of data
7 - Analyze and interpret data, find patterns and draw conclusions
8 - Use the power of modern technology to augment statistical problem solving
9 - Work independently and as part of a team
10 - Give oral presentations of technical statistical material at a level appropriate for the audience

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


Stage 2

Stage 2 Statistics students must take all four core modules.
In addition, they need to pass MST10030 if they have not already completed it. MST20070 must be taken in either Stage 2 or Stage 3.

Stage 3

Students must register to three Stage 3 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 3 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in at Stage 2 or Stage 3.

Stage 4

Students must register to three Stage 4 core modules and select two of the listed Stage 4 option modules. MST20070 must be taken in at Stage 2 or Stage 4

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 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

See the UCD Assessment website for further details

Module Weighting Info
 
  Award GPA
Programme Module Weightings Rule Description Description >= <=
BHACS001 Stage 3 - 50.00%
Stage 2 - 50.00%
 Standard Honours Award First Class Honours

3.68

4.20
Second Class Honours, Grade 1

3.08

3.67
Second Class Honours, Grade 2

2.48

3.07
Pass

2.00

2.47
BHACS023 Stage 3 - 70.00%
Stage 2 - 30.00%
 Standard Honours Award First Class Honours

3.68

4.20
Second Class Honours, Grade 1

3.08

3.67
Second Class Honours, Grade 2

2.48

3.07
Pass

2.00

2.47
BHACS027 Stage 4 - 50.00%
Stage 3 - 30.00%
Stage 2 - 20.00%
 Standard Honours Award First Class Honours

3.68

4.20
Second Class Honours, Grade 1

3.08

3.67
Second Class Honours, Grade 2

2.48

3.07
Pass

2.00

2.47
BHACS031 Stage 3 - 70.00%
Stage 2 - 30.00%
 Standard Honours Award First Class Honours

3.68

4.20
Second Class Honours, Grade 1

3.08

3.67
Second Class Honours, Grade 2

2.48

3.07
Pass

2.00

2.47
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