STA_BS - Bachelor of Science
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- College: Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Degrees: Bachelor of Arts | Bachelor of Science
- Credits for Degree: 120
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To graduate with this major, students must complete all university, college, and major requirements.
The mission of the Department of Statistics is to provide its students with a fundamental understanding of statistical reasoning and methodology, to train them to apply this knowledge to the collection and analysis of data, and to prepare them for careers in a highly technological society in which science and decision-making are increasingly driven by a rapid expansion in the quantity and availability of data.
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102 GRIFFIN-FLOYD HALL
GAINESVILLE FL 32611-8545
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Statistics majors learn how to design studies that effectively address the purpose of a research project and how to properly analyze the data collected in such studies. Core courses cover statistical methods applicable in a wide variety of settings (e.g., regression and design of experiments) as well as the conceptual and mathematical foundations of statistics. Other courses explore specific data types often encountered in practical settings. Statistics majors have the option to minor in actuarial science, a profession involving the statistical and financial practices of insurance.
Students who wish to major in Statistics must consult a department advisor early in their programs.
Requirements for the Major
The BS in Statistics requires 12 credits of foundation coursework, 25 credits of core coursework, and 12 credits of major electives for a minimum of 49 credits in statistics and related coursework. The BS is intended for students who wish to pursue graduate study in statistics or a closely related area, and for other strong students with a deeper interest in the mathematical foundations of statistics.
Students must receive minimum grades of B in MAC 2312 and MAC 2313. In addition, they must receive minimum grades of C within two attempts (including withdrawals) in every other required course, and in every course counted toward the 12-credit major elective requirement. Students cannot retake foundation, core, or statistics elective courses after earning a minimum grade of C, with the exception of MAC 2312 and MAC 2313 (which may be retaken to receive the minimum B grades). It is important that the prerequisites for each course are met before the course is attempted.
A minimum GPA of 2.0 must be achieved on all attempts of core and major elective courses. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required in all attempts of MAC 2312 and MAC 2313. The grades from all attempts to satisfy foundation and core requirements will be used to compute the minimum GPA.
A minimum of 18 credits of major coursework must be taken at UF, including a minimum of 12 credits of core coursework.
Required Foundation Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Foundation Coursework | ||
| Select one Calculus sequence: | 12 | |
| Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1 and Analytic Geometry and Calculus 2 and Analytic Geometry and Calculus 3 | ||
| Honors Calculus 1 and Honors Calculus 2 and Honors Calculus 3 | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| STA 3100 | Programming With Data in R | 3 |
| STA 4210 | Regression Analysis 1 | 3 |
| STA 4211 | Design of Experiments 1,2,4 | 3 |
| STA 4321 | Introduction to Probability 1 | 3 |
| STA 4322 | Introduction to Statistics Theory (1,3) | 3 |
| STA 4504 | Categorical Data Analysis | 3 |
| MAS 4105 | Linear Algebra 1 | 4 |
| MHF 3202 | Reasoning and Proof in Mathematics | 3 |
| Statistics BS Major Electives | ||
| Select two: | 6 | |
| Sample Survey Design | ||
| Statistical Learning in R | ||
| Statistical Computing in R | ||
| Nonparametric Statistical Methods | ||
| Multivariate Statistical Methods | ||
| Introduction to Survival Analysis | ||
| Stochastic Processes | ||
or MAP 4102 | Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes 2 | |
| Introduction to Time Series and Forecasting | ||
| Special Topics | ||
| Statistics BS Math Electives | ||
| Select two: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Real Analysis 1 1 | ||
or MAA 4211 | Real Analysis and Advanced Calculus 1 | |
or MAA 4103 | Introduction to Real Analysis 2 | |
or MAA 4212 | Real Analysis and Advanced Calculus 2 | |
| Functions of a Complex Variable | ||
| Introduction to Numerical Analysis | ||
| Elements of Set Theory | ||
| Total Credits | 49 | |
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The course sequences, STA 4210-STA 4211 and STA 4321-STA 4322 should be completed by the end of the junior year.
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Prerequisite: STA 4210.
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Prerequisite: STA 4321.
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Students who aim to pursue (doctorate) graduate degrees in the field of mathematical sciences/statistics are encouraged to complete MAA 4211 .