Statistics is the study of the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data. In a world that is increasingly data-driven, knowing how to extract and interpret information is key. Statistics help evaluate ideas, test hypotheses and give clarity to complex issues. The major in applied statistics is structured to provide a firm theoretical background in statistics and to allow you to apply specific statistical techniques within your discipline of interest. The program has three possible concentrations: Economics Geography Psychology Each of these disciplines makes extensive use of statistics in the analysis of real-world data. Students in this major and any chosen concentration will learn about statistical resources and benefit from training across multiple departments.

Applicants presenting Alberta high school credentials, high school credentials from other Canadian provinces, and secondary school credentials from other countries will be considered for admission under the High School Admission Route if they have not completed any university-level (transferable) courses. Applicants who present six or more transferable courses will be considered for admission under the Post-secondary Transfer Student route. To be considered for transfer credit, students must submit a course outline (syllabus) for each course completed in the previous university or college. Transfer applicants presenting three- and four-year university degrees from recognized universities may be considered for admission to a second Bachelor degree program. For All Applicants, if English is not your first spoken language, you must also satisfy the English Language Proficiency Requirement .