MASTER OF APPLIED STATISTICS AND RESEARCH PROGRAM
VISION:
To prepare students with the knowledge and skills to become leading experts in the field of applied research and statistics, capable of making a significant impact on their industries and communities.
MISSION:
The Master of Applied Statistics and Research program strives to provide students with a rigorous and practical education in the theories, methods, and techniques of research and statistics. The program aims to produce graduates who are capable of conducting high-quality research, analyzing complex data sets, and making informed decisions in a variety of fields.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Master of Applied Statistics and Research program, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the theories and principles of research and statistics, including statistical inference, sampling techniques, survey design, time series analysis, experimental design, and data analysis.
- Apply advanced statistical techniques to solve real-world problems, including predictive modeling, multivariate analysis, and machine learning.
- Develop and execute research projects from conception to completion, including formulating research questions, designing studies, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting findings.
- Critically evaluate research studies and statistical analyses in order to assess their validity, reliability, and generalizability.
- Communicate research findings effectively through written reports, oral presentations, and visual displays.
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in all aspects of research and statistical practice, including protecting participant confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, and adhering to best practices in data management and analysis.
Program Structure
The program comprises four semesters with the following structure.
| SEMESTER I | ||
| CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDIT |
| MARS111 | Academic Writing Skills | 2 |
| MARS112 | Applied Quantitative Research Methods | 3 |
| MARS113 | Descriptive Statistics & Probability | 3 |
| MARS114 | Sampling Techniques & Survey Designing | 3 |
| SUBTOTAL | 11 | |
| SEMESTER II | ||
| MARS121 | Statistical Inference | 3 |
| MARS122 | Introduction to Statistical Computing | 3 |
| MARS123 | Applied Qualitative Research Methods | 3 |
| SUBTOTAL | 9 | |
| SEMESTER III | ||
| MARS131 | Applied Regression Analysis | 3 |
| MARS132 | Design and Analysis of Experiments | 3 |
| MARS133 | Writing Research Paper & Publication Ethics | 2 |
| SUBTOTAL | 8 | |
| SEMESTER IV | ||
| MARS211 | Time Series Analysis | 3 |
| MARS212 | Applied Mixed Research Methods | 3 |
| MARS213 | Advanced Statistical Computing | 3 |
| SUBTOTAL | 9 | |
Entry Requirements
- Applicants for this program should possess a bachelor’s degree.
- All applicants must pass the university English proficiency test or provide evidence for international English certification.
Duration:
16 to 20 months = 4 semesters + 1 semester for dissertation and research, 1 semester = 4 months
Program Fees:
- Tuition Fees: $1440 (First 3 semesters $60/month, Last 2 semesters $90/month)
- Registration Fees: $80
PROGRAM CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT
I. To be eligible for the Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics & Research, you must successfully complete 9 courses and a supervised dissertation.
II. To qualify for the Masters of Applied Statistics & Research (MARS), you have to successfully complete the coursework units and to publish a research paper in an indexed journal.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates must fulfill the following requirements for graduation to qualify for the degree:
- Satisfactorily completed all the courses and the total number of credit hours specified for the program.
- Obtained a final CGPA of at least 2.67 on completion of the program.
- Paid all fees due to the university.
Grading System
The grading system for all courses is as follows:
| Marks | Grade | Grade Point (GPA) | Meaning |
| 90-100 | A+ | 4.00 | High Distinction |
| 80-89 | A | 3.67 | Distinction |
| 75-79 | A- | 3.33 | Very Good |
| 70-74 | B+ | 3.00 | Good |
| 65-69 | B | 2.67 | Pass |
| 60-64 | B- | 2.33 | |
| 55-59 | C+ | 2.00 | |
| 50-54 | C | 1.67 | |
| Less than 50 | F | 0.0 | Fail |