Maynooth University - Statistics

Statistics

Maynooth University

Qualification Type : Postgraduate Diploma

Qualification Letters : H.Dip.

Attendance Options : 1 Year Full-Time OR 2 Years Part-Time

Course Overview/Contact:

Those holding the Higher Diploma are deemed to have reached the honours degree standard in Statistics; it is awarded at pass and honours levels. Those holding the Diploma with a First Class Honours or with Second Class Honours Grade 1 are deemed ready for higher postgraduate research work in Statistics or related fields.

Students considering taking this course with a view to teaching Mathematics are strongly advised to talk to the Teaching Council in advance.

Programme Director Dr David Redmond
Tel +353 (0)1 7086761
Email David.Redmond@nuim.ie
Website https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/mathematics-and-statistics/our-courses
Address Department of Mathematics & Statistics, Logic House, South Campus, Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare

Career Options:

The course is suitable for those wishing to take up employment as a Statistician in areas such as the Civil Service, the Pharmaceutical sector, Banking and Finance, Insurance, Market Research, Environmental Monitoring, Industrial Quality Control, Statistical Programming and Data Management.

Course Structure:

This is a one-year full time course, though it may be taken part time over two or more years.

Course Duration: 1 year Full-time

Course Duration: 2 or more years Part-time

Entry Requirements & How to Apply:

The minimum requirement for entry to the Higher Diploma in Statistics is a primary degree in which Mathematics formed a substantial component. This includes degrees such as Mathematical Studies, Computer Science, or Education (with three years of Mathematics). Some prior exposure to Statistics is highly desirable. Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.

Minimum English language requirements:

  • IELTS: 6.5 minimum overall score
  • TOEFL (Paper based test): 585
  • TOEFL (Internet based test): 95
  • PTE (Pearson): 62

Maynooth University’s TOEFL code is 8850

Online application only http://www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity

PAC Code Full Time
MHR58

PAC Code Part Time
MHR59

The following information should be forwarded to PAC, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway or uploaded to your online application form:

Certified copies of all official transcripts of results for all non-Maynooth University qualifications listed MUST accompany the application. Failure to do so will delay your application being processed. Non-Maynooth University students are asked to provide two academic references and a copy of birth certificate or valid passport.

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