University of Queensland

Graduate Diploma in Science (Statistics)

Delivery: Face to Face
Study Level: Postgraduate
Duration: 12 months
Course Type: Graduate Diploma

Turn complex data into rigorous evidence through advanced study in probability, statistical modelling, experimental design, health data and contemporary analysis tools used across research and industry.

Course overview

The University of Queensland’s Graduate Diploma in Science (Statistics) is designed for graduates and experienced professionals seeking advanced knowledge of how data is collected, analysed and interpreted. The field combines mathematical principles with practical approaches to statistical inquiry and decision-making.

You will examine applied and theoretical statistics, probability, survey and experimental design, statistical modelling and the interpretation of numerical evidence. Available areas may include operations research, genetic-data analysis, stochastic processes, health indicators, clinical biostatistics and generalised linear models. Practical experience with statistical and data-analysis software supports the application of these methods across scientific and professional contexts.

Delivered face-to-face at UQ’s St Lucia campus, the course can be completed in one year of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Lectures, tutorials and workshops support the development of advanced statistical reasoning and analytical practice. Graduates can apply these capabilities across research, quality assurance, finance and risk or pursue further study through UQ’s Master of Science, subject to meeting its admission requirements.

CSP Subsidised Fees Available

This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.

Key facts

Delivery

Face to Face

Course Type

Graduate Diploma

Duration

12 months (Full time)

Campus

St Lucia

Intake

22nd February, 2027
26th July, 2027

Units

Fees

HECS, CSP

What you will study

At UQ, a unit represents the value of individual courses that contribute to the total unit requirements of a program. Most UQ courses have a value of two units, though some may vary depending on the program or course structure.

To earn the Graduate Diploma in Science (Statistics), you must complete 16 units or eight courses, as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth two units.

Foundational units

Complete zero to four units from the following:

Numerical Methods in Computational Science
Calculus & Linear Algebra II
Mathematical Probability
Statistical Modelling & Analysis

Flexible core units

Complete four to eight units from the following:

Mathematical Statistics
Probability Models & Stochastic Processes
Statistical Learning
Problems & Applications in Modern Statistics

Program elective units

Complete eight to 12 units from the following:

Machine Learning
Financial Calculus
Further Topics in Operations Research
Operations Research & Mathematical Planning
Introduction to Epidemiology
Advanced Statistics
Advanced Probability & Stochastic Processes
Special Topics I
Special Topics II
Statistical Analysis of Genetic Data
Deep Learning
Statistical Modelling in Biology

No more than eight units across the course may be selected from Level 4 courses. The listed Level 4 options are Financial Calculus, Advanced Statistics, Advanced Probability & Stochastic Processes.

You may also complete up to four units of other courses with approval from the Associate Dean (Academic).

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

To be eligible for entry, applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements:

Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline that includes first-year university-level mathematics covering calculus, multivariable calculus, linear algebra and ordinary differential equations, or
Have at least five years of full-time equivalent relevant work experience.

Applicants using a previous qualification to meet the entry requirements must have achieved a GPA of at least 4.5 on UQ’s seven-point scale.

Relevant work experience may include employment in a related discipline such as data science, engineering or information technology. Applicants using professional experience as the basis for admission are assessed on their background and prerequisite knowledge, with final approval determined by the Program Coordinator.

Supporting documents

Applicants using relevant work experience may provide a CV as evidence of their professional background and prerequisite knowledge.

English language requirements

Applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency through at least one accepted option, including:

IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in each component
TOEFL iBT: 87 overall, including 19 in listening, 19 in reading, 21 in writing and 19 in speaking
PTE Academic: 64 overall, with at least 60 in each communicative skill
Bridging English: an overall grade of at least 4, with at least a grade of C in each macro skill
Cambridge English Scale: 176 overall, with at least 169 in each skill

OET is not accepted. Other approved qualifications and pathways may also be used to meet UQ’s English language requirements. Contact the university for further information.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of units that you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

Potential career outcomes include:

Scientific Researcher
Quality Controller
Financial Product Developer
Risk Assessor

Fees and CSP

Indicative annual fee in 2026: $5,910 (Commonwealth Supported Place)

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

The number of units studied.
Choice of units.
Credit from previous study or work experience.
Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

Commonwealth Supported Places

The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.

If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.

Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.

Your student contribution amount is:

Calculated per the course you're enrolled in.
Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
Reviewed and adjusted each year.