Learn how to make sense of the information that surrounds us with Massey’s Bachelor of Science (Statistics).

Theory and practical relevance

If you enjoy working with numbers, you will love studying statistics. It is a broad area of study that involves much more than the organization and display of data. 

Statistics involves the careful analysis of underlying questions and critical examination of the sources of data. 

Modelling the variability in data to evaluate evidence is part of this broad science.

As a Bachelor of Science (Statistics) student you will learn the fundamental theory of statistics. 

You’ll also learn the quantitative skills to conduct robust statistical analyses that are effective in the real world. 

With these broadly useful skills, statisticians are able to work across all areas of science and industry – anywhere that data are found.

Sought-after skills

You’ll learn how to work with large data sets to discover patterns and draw conclusions. They are sought-after skills for many employers. 

As one of New Zealand’s first universities to offer courses in data mining, Massey has both the experience and strength to ensure you graduate a step ahead of the rest.

Topics

Some of the topics taught in statistics courses include:

• probability models
• data analysis
• statistical models
• statistical inference
• biostatistics
• experiments and surveys
• multivariate models
• statistical methods of quality improvement
• data mining
• simulation
• forecasting and time series.

Note: July start will take 3.5 years to complete.

• Officially verified copies of Birth certificate/ Current passport, including any residency visa/ Citizenship certificate
• Proof of the name change
• High School graduation certificate
• Academic transcripts
• English Language proficiency
• A statement of any disability or health condition (If Applicable)
• Evidence of any scholarships (If Applicable)

To be admitted to an undergraduate qualification, applicants will need a minimum level of academic achievement from school, or another university or tertiary institution. 

The specific level depends on which country or region of the world they are from.

China:

• Senior High School graduation plus successful completion of one year of bachelor's-level study from a recognized institution; or
• Successful completion of a two-year diploma, or a minimum of two years out of a three-year diploma from a recognized institution; or
• Completed Gaokao with a tier-one score from the related province

India: 

• All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) Year 12 or Indian School Certificate (ISC) Year 12, with an overall average of 75% and a minimum of 60% in English; or
• Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) – State Board Examination in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Gujurat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, with:
  • an overall average of 85% or higher (with no less than four academic subjects), with
  • a minimum of 70% or above in English.

Foundation qualifications to meet entry requirements

If you don't have the skills or qualifications you need to be accepted into your chosen study, you can do foundation qualifications.

• Foundation Certificate (International)
• Foundation Certificate (International Accelerated)

Specific requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, outside of university admission regulations. However, there is some expected background knowledge.

Expected high school preparation

• At least 16 credits in NCEA Level 2 Mathematics