The program is intended for students who have completed a Mathematics or Statistics degree in a Science and/or Mathematics program, or a degree in a related area, and who wish to further their knowledge of statistics. The Master of Statistics program is the longest running program of its kind in Australia. It covers a wide range of statistical theory and practice and provides advanced training for those who are currently or are aiming to become, practicing statisticians.

To gain entry to this program, students must have:
1. completed a Mathematics or Statistics degree in a Science and/or Mathematics program, or a degree in a related area;
2. sufficient mathematical/statistical background, and an average above 65% in the relevant level III courses; and
3. shown some evidence of the ability to undertake independent study.

A formal application must be made by applying through this
online link.

Honours graduates in Statistics may be exempted from a maximum of one third of the courses and could complete the degree with one year of full time study.

In addition, students must have permission of the Head of School or Nominee. Qualifying programs are available for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. Prospective international students should note that this program has English language requirements.

Please contact the School of Mathematics for information.

The program consists of ten lecture courses worth 6 units of credit (UOC) each, and a supervised project worth 12 UOC MATH5001. The project is compulsory and full-time students are enrolled in it in the last two semesters of the program. Part-time students are expected to complete the project in two consecutive semesters.
There are also two compulsory courses in this program:

The project will be supervised by an academic staff member of the School in an area agreed to by the student and supervisor. The project could include a literature survey and a critical analysis of the topic area; or could be a small research project.

Students may choose the remaining 8 courses from a wide variety of courses within the School of Mathematics and Statistics, or elsewhere within the University.

Each candidate's proposed program of study requires the approval of the Head of the School or Nominee.

A list of courses to be offered in each year are listed on the School of Mathematics and Statistics web site.

Please refer to the School of Mathematics and Statistics website School office for more information.

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html