Statistics (Theory and Methods) MSc

Statistics (Theory and Methods)
  • Postgraduate taught
  • MSc

Statistics (Theory and Methods)

Advance your understanding of statistical methods and their underlying theory.

Advance your understanding of statistical methods and their underlying theory

Get industry recognition with an accredited degree

Build your research skills on an extensive project examining a state-of-the-art problem

Course key facts

  • Qualification

    • MSc

  • Duration

    1 year

  • Start date

    September 2025

  • Study mode

    Full-time

  • Fees

    • £21,300 Home

    • £35,700 Overseas

  • Delivered by

  • Location

    • South Kensington

Minimum entry standard

  • 2:1 in statistics, mathematics, engineering, physics or computer science

View full entry requirements

Course overview

Deepen your appreciation of a wide range of statistical methods and their underlying theory on this Master's course.

You'll receive training in theoretical and applied statistics and explore how statistical reasoning and methods are used in different employment sectors.

You'll also carry out an independent investigation into this area of statistics, using research techniques acquired from the course.

Theory and Methods is one of six Statistics streams available at Imperial.

You may wish to consider our General stream, or specialist streams in Applied Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, and Statistical Finance.

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Structure

This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.

Find out more about potential course changes.

Please note: it may not always be possible to take specific combinations of modules due to timetabling conflicts. For confirmation, please check with the relevant department.

You'll take all of these core modules.

Core modules

You’ll choose at least three modules from Group A and the remainder from Group B to total 30-32.5 ECTS.

Each module is worth 5 ECTS unless otherwise stated.

Group A

Group B

You'll also complete an extensive research project full-time between May and September, within the area of statistical theory and methods. 

This will include an opportunity to work with a member of academic staff on a state-of-the-art research problem that suits your interests.

Teaching and assessment

Balance of teaching and learning

Key

  • Lectures, tutorials and practicals
  • Research project

  • 67% Lectures, tutorials and practicals
  • 33% Research project

Teaching and learning methods

  • Person completing coursework
    Dissertation
  • Four students sitting in a tutorial
    Group tutorials
  • Person at lectern giving speech
    Lectures
  • Modern statistical computing skills
  • Person giving feedback
    Office hours
  • Oral presentation and assessment
  • Practical computational sessions
  • Problem classes
  • Person giving seminar
    Research seminars
  • Blackboard virtual learning environment
    Virtual learning environment

Balance of assessment

Key

  • Modules
  • Research project

  • 67% Modules
  • 33% Research project

Assessment methods

  • Person completing coursework
    Assessed coursework/tests
  • Papers from a written report
    Enhanced coursework assessments
  • Oral presentation
  • A person completing a written exam
    Written examinations
  • Written project

Entry requirements

We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.

How to apply

Apply online

You can submit one application form per year of entry. You can choose up to two courses.

Application deadlines – Round 1 closes on Thursday 16 January 2025

Tuition fees

Home fee

2025 entry

£21,300

Overseas fee

2025 entry

£35,700

How will studying at Imperial help my career?

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Develop highly transferable skills that will prepare you for further study of statistics or a career in statistical finance.

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These include skills in programming, problem-solving, critical thinking, scientific writing, project work and presentation.

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Mathematics graduates at Imperial are highly sought after in a wide array of employment and research sectors.

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These include banking and finance, accountancy, education, and IT and technology.

Terms and conditions

There are some important pieces of information you should be aware of when applying to Imperial. These include key information about your tuition fees, funding, visas, accommodation and more.

Read our terms and conditions

You can find further information about your course, including degree classifications, regulations, progression and awards in the programme specification for your course.

Programme specifications