B.Sc. in Statistics

B.Sc. in Statistics

The Department of Statistics was founded in 1982. Our primary mission is to provide a quality education and undertake cutting-edge research. In today’s Information Age, statistics has become an indispensable tool in business, social studies, engineering, medicine, clinical studies, genetics and marketing. To meet the increasing demand for well-rounded statistics graduates, we offer undergraduate programmes in Statistics, Risk Management Science, Computational Data Science (jointly administrated by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering) and Quantitative Finance and Risk Management Science (jointly administered by the Department of Finance). We also offer postgraduate programmes for students who intend to become experts in the field.

Highlights

The curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in fields such as business, teaching and research. The curriculum covers the core of the subject and maintains a balance between theory and practice. Students are required to engage in workshops, case studies and projects under the supervision of teaching staff to broaden their statistical knowledge base, hone their practical skills and gain experience in handling real-life problems. Students can choose to specialise in one of the three streams: Data Science and Business Statistics Stream, Statistical Learning and Data Mining Stream, and Data Analytics Stream.

Career Prospects

Our graduates readily find employment in business, insurance, banking and finance, information technology, Government and professional services. Positions include statisticians, research analysts, data analysts, traders, financial analysts, risk analysts, consultants, software engineers, programmers and teachers. Many of them now hold key positions in the civil service and in various private sectors. Some of our graduates continue their studies and pursue a higher degree in overseas and local universities.

Alumnus Sharing

IP Ka Yu Brian
Risk Management Officer, Bank of the Philippine Islands

In a world filled with uncertainty, making well-reasoned decisions can be a significant challenge. From choosing which course to take to considering which stock to invest, the ability to extract meaningful insights is crucial. This is where statistics emerges as a powerful tool. Statistics is the art of distilling large datasets into few key numbers that encapsulate essential information. By applying statistical methods, we can make accurate predictions and logical decisions. Through the CUHK statistics programme, you will learn techniques in deeply understanding data and uncover its hidden insights. This knowledge will not only enhance your data comprehension but also empower you to make well-informed choices that drive greater success. Whether you are navigating financial markets or optimizing workplace processes, by mastering the principles of statistics, you will acquire a versatile set of skills that can be applied across a wide range of domains, leading to increased prosperity and achievement.

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