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MSc(Research) - Statistics as a main subject

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Statistics is available as a minor and postgraduate subject. Students interested in undergraduate Statistics should consider the Data Analytics major.

The Master of Science (Research) is an internationally-recognised qualification, suitable for students who want a complete research experience, coupled with taught papers.

Studying Statistics at the University of Waikato will help you to become a critical decision maker in industry.  You'll know how to collect and analyse data to lead organisations to informed decisions rather than just hunches or guesses.


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Key information

Years: 1 - 1.5
Points: 120 - 180
Start Dates: Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)
Estimated Fees* (Domestic): $8,276 - $9,292 per year
Estimated Fees* (International): $40,860 per year
Entry Requirements: Postgraduate International
Area of Study:
All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). *Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees.

Career opportunities

  • Biometrics
  • Business Analyst
  • Government Statistician
  • Industrial Statistician
  • Insurance and Finance
  • Market Researcher
  • Medical Statistician
  • Operational Researcher

Degree Planner

500 Level

Code Paper Title Points Occurrence / Location
DATAX520Dissertation45.024X (Hamilton)
A directed investigation and report on an approved project or study topic.
DATAX525Topics in Statistics30.024A (Hamilton)
This paper will discuss advanced topics in statistics. The exact topics covered could change subject to the preference and research expertise of the academic staff. Students preferences may also be taken into account.
DATAX590Directed Study30.024B (Hamilton)
Students have the opportunity to pursue a topic of their own interest under the guidance of academic staff.
DATAX591Dissertation30.024X (Hamilton)
A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation.
DATAX592Dissertation60.024X (Hamilton)
A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation.
DATAX593Statistics Thesis90.024X (Hamilton)
An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research.
DATAX594Statistics Thesis120.024X (Hamilton)
An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research.

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Contacts

School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences
Phone: 0800 924 528 or +64 7 838 4625

Email: [email protected]
Website: cms.waikato.ac.nz
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