MASTER OF SCIENCE IN STATISTICS


Programme Overview

The Master of Science in Statistics is one of the longest running coursework-based postgraduate qualification in statistics in Malaysia. Since 2000, the programme has been producing graduates with desirable skills to compete in the knowledge economy sector, as well as to further their education at the Ph.D. level.


The program aims to enhance and develop sophistication in statistical thinking and applications, thus enabling students to be effective at handling large, complex modern datasets. Our courses balance theory and applications, with emphasis on developing insights from data through appropriate computing and statistical techniques. The program has a diverse mix of local and international students. This environment provides ample opportunities for students to socialize and enhance their communication soft skills.


  • Full-Time Duration: 2 Semesters, (Coursework)

Programme Structure

Core Courses (23 Credits)
  1. Research Methodology for Statistics
  2. Statistical Interference
  3. Probability Theory
  4. Programming in Statistics
  5. Statistical Consultancy and Data Analysis

Elective Courses (15 Credits)
  1. Multivariet Analysis
  2. Stohastics Model
  3. Bayesian Statistics
  4. Generalized Linear Models
  5. Experimental Design and Quality Engineering
  6. Statistical Time Series
  7. Computer Intensive Methods
  8. Robust Statistics
  9. Data Mining
  10. Survival Data Analysis

Research Courses (10 Credits)
  1. Research Project

Career Prospects

Statistician, Data Scientist, Biostatistician, Data Analysis, Statistical Consultant, Actuary, Quantitative Analyst, Market Research Analyst, Risk Analyst, Operations Research Analyst, Quality Control Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, Survey Statistician, Financial Analyst, Research Scientist in Statistics.

Tuition Fee

Local

RM16,200 (Full-Time)

International

RM27,000 (Full-Time)

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026

Entry Requirement

General Entry Requirements

For applicants with a CGPA of not less than 3.00:
  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or

For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
  • Graduate from University Malaya; or
  • Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
  • Produce publications in related field; or
  • Receive a scholarship; or
  • Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
  • Pass an interview by Faculty; or
  • Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.

Specific Entry Requirements
  • General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possessed any of the Bachelor's Degree below:
    • Bachelor's Degree of Science in Statistic
    • Bachelor's Degree of Science in Applied Statistics
    • Bachelor's Degree of Science in Mathematics
    • Bachelor's Degree of Science in Applied Mathematics
    • Bachelor's Degree of Actuarial Science
    • Bachelor's Degree of Science in Research Operation
    • Bachelor's Degree of Data Sciences
    • Bachelor's Degree of Economics
    • Bachelor's Degree of Computer Science
  • Equivalent Qualification: N/A
  • Related Fields: N/A
  • Special Requirements: N/A

English Requirements
  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
  • Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Score 250; or
  • Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable