Master of Science in Statistics

About this programme

Planned outage: Beginning Nov. 1, you will not be able to access the USask admission application and event registration system for up to six days. Learn more . The Statistics graduate programs at the University of Saskatchewan prepare students to become skilled statisticians ready to make meaningful contributions across research, industry, and society. Designed for those seeking strong theoretical and applied training, these thesis-based M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs build expertise for careers in data-driven fields or further academic research. Unlock the power of data through rigorous training and innovative research that prepares you to solve complex problems across disciplines. At USask, you will join a vibrant community where curiosity drives discovery and your work can help shape decisions in science, industry, and society. Graduate students in Statistics work in a collaborative research environment where theoretical development, advanced computation, and applied problem-solving come together. Students engage in thesis-based research that strengthens their analytical abilities and prepares them to contribute to diverse scientific, industrial, and societal challenges. Faculty in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics support students across a wide spectrum of statistical inquiry, with active research programs that include both foundational methods and interdisciplinary applications. Students in the M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs may pursue projects across many areas of modern statistics and often work closely with supervisors whose expertise spans multiple research dire