About this course
University of Essex offers Master of Science in Statistics as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Mathematics. Based in Colchester, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £23,875 per year. The next intake is Autumn (October), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A 2:2 degree in one of the following subjects: Applied Mathematics; Biostatistics; Computer Science; Economic Statistics; Economics; Mathematics; Operational Research; Pure Mathematics; Statistics or any other 2.2 degree in any subject which includes three modules from the below lists:One module, from Advanced Maths (I/II/III); Calculus (AKA Mathematical Analysis), Engineering Maths (I/II/III); Maths (I/II/III) and One module, from: Advanced Maths (I/II/III); Engineering Maths (I/II/III); Maths (I/II/III); Statistics or Probability and one additional relevant module, from: Advanced Maths (I/II/III); Algebra; Analysis; Complex Numbers; Differential Equations; Engineering Maths (I/II/III); Maths (I/II/III).
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (October), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
