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The Bachelor of Science in Statistics provides you with a solid understanding in theoretical, computational, and applied aspects of statistical science. You can participate in co-op education placements to broad your skills and gain hands-on experience in your field of study. 

Statistics: Bachelor of Science Degree - Major or Honours (UBCO)

University of British Columbia

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University of British Columbia - Okanagan

University of British Columbia - Okanagan (Kelowna)

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Students must be admitted into Bachelor of Science to pursue this program. 

1. High school graduation or equivalent

2. English 12 or equivalent

3. Minimum six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended)

4. Pre-Calculus 12 or equivalent (67%)

5. One of:
    - Anatomy and Physiology 12
    - Chemistry 12 
    - Environmental Science 12 
    - Geology 12 
    - Physics 12
    - Equivalent

6. Chemistry 11

7. Grades presented in all relevant academic Grade 11 and Grade 12 courses that fall under these subject categories* will be looked at:
    - Language Arts
    - Mathematics & Computation
    - Sciences 
        - *Note: There is no minimum number of courses required for admission, but you are encouraged to challenge yourself with a substantial number of courses that are relevant to your intended area of study.


Academic Admission Requirement

Additional Academic Admission Requirement

1. Students can pursue a Major, Minor or Honours within the Bachelor of Science degree. While coursework usually starts in the first year, you are encouraged to declare your Major at the end of your first-year undergraduate study in order to take the prerequisite second-year courses. 

2. To be admitted to the Statistics Honours program, students must have all of the following: 
    - Fourth-year standing (minimum 78 credits in the Major in Statistics)
    - Minimum average of 76% (in all courses taken to date applicable to the Major in Statistics)
    - Enrolment in STAT 448 with a project and a supervisor

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Applications must be submitted by January for September entry. Early application is recommended.

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Statistics: Bachelor of Science Degree - Major or Honours

Statistics: Bachelor of Science Degree - Major or Honours (UBCO)

University of British Columbia

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