The statistics division offers both the M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees.
Faculty research interests include robust statistics, data analysis,
multivariate analysis, linear and nonlinear regression, graphical
methods and statistical computing, time series
analysis, statistical inference, and information theory.
Faculty are also engaged in a number of applied projects, which
currently include applications to chemistry, medicine, oceanography,
physiology and population genetics.
Graduate students take part in one or more applied projects
through their participation in the activities of the statistical
consulting service.
Admission Requirements
Candidates must satisfy the general requirements for admission to the Faculty
Graduate Studies. For details on admissions, fees, and general information
see Graduate Calendar.
Candidates will normally be expected to hold a degree recognized by Dalhousie
University as the equivalent of a Bachelor's degree with Honours in one of its
own faculties.
GRE Aptitude and Advanced Mathematics scores are recommended for all applicants
for graduate studies whose undergraduate work has been completed outside of
Canada, and TOEFL scores are required for applicants whose native language is
not English. Valid score reports must be received directly from the
Educational Testing Service. To ensure consideration for scholarship funds,
application should be made early.
Masters Degree Program
At least three full-credit classes at the graduate level must be taken, chosen
in consultation with the graduate advisor.
Attendance is expected in the statistics seminar and, in addition,
participation in the activities of the Statistical Consulting Service
is required. A satisfactory thesis must be completed, and an oral
presentation of the work must be given in a seminar.
PH.D. Degree Program
A comprehensive examination must be completed within one year of initial
registration. Enrollment in at least two full-credit graduate classes,
participation in a research seminar and, in addition, participation in the
activities of the Statistical Consulting Service are required. Preparation
and defence of a research thesis are required.
For Further Information Contact
Professor R.P.Gupta
Dalhousie University
Halifax, N.S., Canada B3H 3J5
Phone: (902)494-2572
FAX: (902)494-5130
E-mail: gupta@mscs.dal.ca
Also see:
Registrar's Office Brochure on Grad Studies
Faculty of Graduate Studies (with links to application forms)
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