Theoretical Statistics and Probability (S04)

Open University
Postgraduate Graduate Certificate Distance learning 1 Year Mathematics and statistics

About this course

This certificate teaches the theory that underpins statistical inference and probability, equipping you to understand the assumptions and limitations of a range of statistical models. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the theory you need as a professional statistician. Study the mathematical theory underlying methods and concepts used in practical statistical analyses while learning to develop probability models and investigate their properties.perties.

Key features of the course

  • Cover analytical approaches, classical and Bayesian statistics and the underpinning mathematical theory

  • Learn about distribution theory and a range of probabilistic models

  • Understand the theory behind statistical inference

  • Gain the skills to comment critically on analyses and model choices
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians
    2434 Business and related research professionals
    2422 Finance and investment analysts and advisers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Graduate Certificate
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Mathematics and statistics