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Statistics degrees in Australia

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Bachelor of Science (Mathematics & Statistics) Bachelor Degree

University of Southern Queensland Australia

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Bachelor of Science - Statistics major Bachelor

RMIT University Australia

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Bachelor of Mathematics (Statistics) Bachelor Degree

Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Australia

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Bachelor of Statistics Bachelor Degree

Australian National University Australia

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Study a Statistics degree in Australia in 2025

Statistics as an academic field focuses on the study and manipulation of data. This involves the gathering, analysis and processing of data, as well as the presentation and conclusion of what the data has shown. There are two main subjects within statistics, these are descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. Statistical findings can be incredibly useful in an extremely wide range of fields, and is not limited to mathematical applications.

Graduates of a degree in statistics will have a wide variety of career options available to them. These include actuarial analyst, data scientist, risk analyst, insurance underwriter, and market researcher.

Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes. These include lectures and seminars, as well as the possibility of computer laboratory sessions. Depending on your course, you may also have the opportunity to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:

  • Advanced Algebra
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Scientific Computation
  • Data Analysis
  • Differential Equations

Study in Australia

Famous for surfing, sunshine and beaches, Australia has so much to offer to international students. The country's rich culture and history makes it a incredibly diverse country, and one that is welcoming and warm towards the international community. Australia has long been seen as a global leader in higher education, and places emphasis on delivering world-class education to both domestic and international students. The Group of Eight Universities is a prestigious group of universities that focus on providing internationally renowned faculty and research facilities across Australian higher education.

See our detailed guide to studying in Australia for international students.

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