X. Degree Programs
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Statistics (STAT)
Department of Mathematics and Statistics, College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Statistics plays a fundamental role in virtually all scientific disciplines, including biology, physics, chemistry, medicine, epidemiology, kinesiology, and toxicology. Students minoring in Statistics will develop practical skills in data visualization and analysis, statistical computing, technical writing and communication in a variety of applications areas, preparing them well for careers in the modern workplace.
Students may declare this minor in any semester.
Minor (Honours Program)
A total of 5.00 credits is required to complete the minor, including:
(MATH*1080 or MATH*1200)* | ||
(MATH*1210 or MATH*2080)** | ||
MATH*1160 | [0.50] | Linear Algebra I |
STAT*2040 | [0.50] | Statistics I |
STAT*2050 | [0.50] | Statistics II |
STAT*3100 | [0.50] | Introductory Mathematical Statistics I |
STAT*3110 | [0.50] | Introductory Mathematical Statistics II |
STAT*3240 | [0.50] | Applied Regression Analysis |
0.50 additional credits in Statistics | ||
0.50 additional credits in Statistics or Mathematics ar the 2000 level or above | ||
* IPS*1500 can count toward this 0.50 credit | ||
** IPS*1510 can count toward this 0.50 credit | ||
Note: students may not count MATH*1030 toward a minor in Statistics |