Introduction
The Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics and Research is a one-year program with 22 credits of coursework and 8 credits of a research project. The objective of the program is to produce graduates who are knowledgeable and skilful in statistics and research and to offer a chance for further studies and career development in these fields.
Program Objectives
- Train students to solve practical real-world statistical problems.
- Provide students with knowledge, skills, and experience of research
- Acquire data analysis techniques, implement the analysis on a computer through statistical packages, and communicate the results clearly and concisely.
- Study fundamental principles of statistical inference.
- Develop capabilities across the spectrum of research methods, with the capacity to apply statistical tools to research.
Program Learning Outcomes
At the end of the program students will be able to:
- Use accurate statistical models to describe real-life situations, when applicable.
- Perform data management using different statistical packages.
- Develop practical academic writing skills.
- Write effective project proposal according to the specified guidelines.
- Organize information effectively and present the proposal with confidence
- Understand the role of Inferential Statistics.
- Decide the suitable survey methodology and sample size for a survey.
- Apply qualitative research methods by using the appropriate methodology in each real-life situation.
- Use the concept of correlation and concept of regression modelling.
- Prepare a research project in a chosen topic using available sources with the guidance of a supervisor.
Program Structure
The program comprises three semesters with the following structure.
| SEMESTER I | ||
| CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDIT |
| STAT100 | Descriptive Statistics & Probability Theory | 3 |
| PWS120 | Academic Writing Skills | 3 |
| ARM110 | Applied Research Methodology | 3 |
| SUBTOTAL | 9 | |
| SEMESTER II | ||
| STAT101 | Statistical Inference | 3 |
| SRC120 | Introduction to Statistical Computing | 3 |
| RPW112 | Writing Research Project & Presentation Skills | 2 |
| SUBTOTAL | 8 | |
| SEMESTER III | ||
| STAT103 | Applied Regression Analysis | 3 |
| ARM111 | Qualitative Research | 2 |
| ARM113 | Independent Study (Project For PGD_StatRes) | 8 |
| SUBTOTAL | 13 | |
| TOTAL | 30 | |
Entry Requirements
- Applicants of 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:
One year = 3 Semesters * 4 months
Program Fees:
- Tuition Fees: $720 ($60 / Month)
- Registration Fees: $50
Graduation Requirements
Candidates must fulfil the following requirement 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 |