The Oxford College of Science Bangalore
- College
- Co - Education
- ESTD 1994
- Arts, Science & Commerce
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Statistics
Course
M.Sc. Statistics is an advanced study of the collection, organization, and interpretation of data. Even though data is usually in the form of numerical figures, it can also be expressed as a relationship between different such entities. The course’s curriculum also covers supporting features of data management, such as assisting surveys. M.Sc. Statistics course offers advanced training in applied and computational statistics, statistical machine learning, and the fundamental principles of statistical inference. Training is imparted through extensive lectures and hands-on practical sessions. Students work in the computer laboratory, perform exhaustive report writing and prepare supervised dissertations.
Duration
It is a 2 year, 4 semester full time postgraduate degree course, affiliated to Bangalore University, Bangalore and recognized by Govt.of Karnataka.
Eligibility
A candidate who has passed B.Sc. Degree examination with statistics and Mathematics as optional subjects securing a minimum of 50% in the subject of statistics and a minimum of 45% (SC/ST candidates) in the subject of statistics aggregate of Bangalore University or any other University equivalent thereto is eligible.
Scope of Statistics
The course is designed to cover modern statistical theory and methods providing a good foundation for research in statistics and for a professional career in statistical applications as well. The course provides opportunity to develop skills for data analysis using modern computing facilities. The course is structured such that a student can specialized in at least three specific areas of statistical applications .the individual project work provides field experience and hands of training.
Career Opportunities
- There are opportunities for the postgraduate in statistics.
- The research word a student may take up research work.
- It is very much useful to take up INDIAN STATISTICAL SERVICE (ISS) and INDIAN ECONOMICAL SERVICE. (IES) examinations for the purpose of data analysis.
- Many industries and software companies are looking for Post graduate students thus a student may get an Opportunity.
