Overview
The Statistics Group at Lancaster University - Management School is interested in the development of novel statistical models and methods motivated by applied problems, with particular emphasis on environmental, biomedical and social sciences.
Features
- Methodological strengths include stochastic modelling and inference, computationally intensive methods, time series analysis, extreme value statistics, methods for the design and analysis of clinical trials, nonparametric regression, functional data analysis and statistical learning.
- There is a strong emphasis on the interface between theory and application, and the group has close research links with other University departments, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and research institutes, both within the UK and overseas.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Students will work under individual supervision to contribute to research in a chosen area, while research training courses will support additional learning and personal development.
- Students will also have the opportunity to work as a teaching assistant on our taught programmes; a valuable source of experience and income.
- We recommend that potential applicants visit our department website to read the latest information about our research interests, projects and funding opportunities.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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- If you are applying for funding, are applying from overseas or require on-campus accommodation, we recommend that you apply as early as possible.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Statistics View 36 other PhDs in Statistics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Mathematics and Statistics or in a related subject where there is substantial mathematical and statistical components.
- It would also be desirable to have a Master’s Degree (MSc or MSci) in Statistics, Mathematics or Data Science or in related subjects that have substantial components in Mathematical or Statistical Theory/Methodology/Applications with experiences in scientific computing and writing.
Tuition Fee
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International
26492 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26492 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4786 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Lancaster
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