About the course

The Master of Statistics and Operations Research will develop your knowledge of statistical and operations research methodologies.

　　You?ll combine a theoretical foundation with practical applications of current techniques employed by practising engineers, scientists and other professionals in industry, research, consulting, teaching and business.

　　This is achieved using statistical software accompanied by an in-depth understanding of the statistical processes involved.

　　You will be particularly knowledgeable, creative and critical in the sense of how you interpret and analyse data. You will also be equipped with the ability to apply knowledge to solve a wide range of real-world problems.

　　You?ll be exposed to a wide variety of analytics tools including R, SQL, SAS Enterprise Guide, SAS Enterprise Miner, Python, Java, CPLEX, Gurobi and Arena.

　　The program includes an industry project component and/or minor thesis which will develop your consulting and research skills. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (March), 2024	Melbourne
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Melbourne
Semester 1 (March), 2025	Melbourne
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Melbourne
Semester 1 (March), 2026	Melbourne
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Melbourne
Semester 1 (March), 2027	Melbourne
Semester 2 (July), 2027	Melbourne
Semester 1 (March), 2028	Melbourne
Semester 2 (July), 2028	Melbourne

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for RMIT University

An Australian bachelor degree in any discipline, or equivalent.

　　OR

　　You may also be considered if you have at least 10 years of work experience in statistics and operations research.

　　International qualifications are assessed for comparability to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

　　IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)

　　TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at RMIT University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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