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The University of New Mexico

Statistics Program

Statistics Program

Statistics is the science of collecting and analyzing data. Statisticians interact with researchers in all the various disciplines of science, engineering, medicine, social science, and business to develop scientifically sound methods in those areas. Most coursework in the department is devoted to understanding current methods and the reasoning behind them. A degree in statistics prepares students for careers in industry, government, academia, and research institutes, as well as being excellent preparation for professional programs in medicine, law, business administration, and public policy and administration.

 

Suggested Schedule

SEMESTER 1

  • MATH 1300 Statistical Literacy (3)
  • MATH 1512 Calculus I (4)

SEMESTER 2

  • MATH 1350 Introduction to Statistics (3)
  • MATH 1522 Calculus II (4)

SEMESTER 3

  • MATH 2531 Calculus III (4)
  • STAT 345 Elements of Mathematical Statistics and Probability Theory (3)

SEMESTER 4

  • MATH 314 Linear Algebra with Applications OR MATH 321 Linear Algebra (3)

SEMESTER 5

  • STAT 427 Advanced Data Analysis I (3)
  • STAT 250+ Elective (3)**

SEMESTER 6

  • MATH 428 Advanced Data Analysis II (3)

SEMESTER 7

  • STAT 440 Regression Analysis (3)
  • STAT 250+ Elective (3)** 

SEMESTER 8

  • STAT 445 Analysis of Variance and Experimental Design (3)

 

**At least 6 credit hours STAT 250+ Elective Courses. Select one course in consultation with your undergraduate advisor.

 

Industrial Statistics Emphasis: Students interested in this career path should include STAT 470 (Industrial Statistics) and STAT 472 (Sampling) in their coursework.

 

Biostatistics Emphasis: Students interested in this career path should include BIOM 523 (Biostatistics) and STAT 474 (Biostatistics Methods) in their coursework.

 

Actuarial Science Emphasis: For students interested in this career path, preparation for the first actuarial exam consists of content from MATH 1512, MATH 1522, MATH 2531, and MATH (314 OR 321). Preparation for the second actuarial exam consists of content from courses STAT 453 (Statistical Inference with Applications) and STAT 461 (Probability).