The MAS programme in applied statistics is designed to meet the demand for professionals skilled in data processing. A wide variety of courses are offered which, together, allow students to build a broad and practical study programme in statistics.
The MAS in statistics is a 90 ECTS programme, shorter than a standard Master's programme, which can be completed in just over a year. The programme is made up of a 30 ECTS Master's thesis and 60 ECTS of courses. 'Probability and statistics' is the only mandatory course; all other courses are electives.
The programme provides students with a strong foundation in data processing, which will be an asset in their future careers.
Course topics include:
A wide variety of tasks in many different jobs require the use of statistics. Statistics are used to answer questions such as:
- Are certain drugs safe?
- What is recommended on Netflix?
- Is climate change really happening?
- How will the COVID-19 pandemic develop?
- What will the results of the next election be?
- How much cod can be caught next year?
Organisation of teaching
The programme is taught in Icelandic.
Main objective
The MAS programme aims to ensure that students are familiar with and understand the fundamental concepts of modern statistics and are able to apply these to complete practical tasks. Graduates of the MAS programme can apply statistical methods to a new subject and interpret and explain the results.
Other
Completing the MAS programme does not allow you to apply for doctoral studies.
The MS programme in statistics, which also covers theoretical approaches to statistics, does allow you to apply for doctoral studies.