入学要求 Requirement：
学术要求：Good second-class honours degree or equivalent
英语要求：IELTS 6.5
学费 Tuition Fee：2011/2012 £11,440
课程特征 Course Features：
This programme trains you in the theory and methods of social statistics, exposing you to cutting-edge social statistical practice, to equip and prepare you for carrying out research in social science disciplines and to contribute to developments in the area. It has a particular focus on
statistical methodology and the underlying theory, equipping you with the skills to undertake research in social statistics methodology or to take up a career as a professional social statistician.
The programme is recognised by the ESRC as satisfying postgraduate training course requirements. You register initially on the PG Dip and, depending on your success and requirements, can continue to work towards the MSc. The pathway meets the training needs of postgraduate researchers in social statistics methodology.
课程内容 Course Content ：
Compulsory modules: Generalised linear models; Modelling longitudinal data; Modelling multilevel data; Multivariate analysis; Research skills, strategy and design; Social science data: sources and measurement; Survey methods 1 and 2
Optional modules: Bayesian methods; Computer intensive statistical methods; Demographic methods 1 and 2; Design of experiments; Epidemiological methods; Introductory qualitative methods; Measurement errors; Population, poverty and policy; Survival analysis; Understanding population change
Plus: Dissertation (12,500–15,000 words; MSc only)
教学与评估 Teaching and Assessment：Coursework and/or examination
职业机会 Career Opportunities：International NGOs; local and national government; research and academia, statistician