The Statistics Department within the Division of Economic and Financial Studies is the largest University statistics department in Australia and offers the full range of statistical activity, from training undergraduates to supervising postdoctoral scholars.

As computer-based processing and electronic data storage becomes more and more commonplace, there is a growing need for statisticians to carry out analysis and interpretation, and so career prospects are excellent. Use and development of leading-edge software for data analysis, presentation, and web-database engineering is core to the programs and this ensures that graduates are well equipped for wide prospects in industry, business and government.

While the study of statistics is most often combined with a degree program in computer science, economics, commerce or accounting, you may choose to complement your knowledge with study in such diverse areas as biology, education, law, mathematics, medicine, marketing, demography, actuarial studies, information technology, business management, environmental studies, opinion polling or psychology. Operations research, which is the practical application of scientific method to the operational, organisational and economic problems of business and industry is a particular strength within the Department and has widespread applications across many areas.

As you can see, statistics has a growing importance in almost every aspect of our lives, and Macquarie University graduates enjoy a range of interesting and satisfying career options.