Vancouver,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Statistics in Vancouver Canada | The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia
|
Vancouver Canada
Visit institution website
for more information
Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,690
(c. USD6,954.96)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The UBC Department of Statistics is globally recognized for its outstanding research and distinguished faculty. Our programs provide diverse pathways for students to explore their passions and career aspirations. Graduates from our PhD program gain comprehensive preparation for careers in academia, government, or industry. Throughout their studies, students cultivate essential professional competencies such as: clear communication for technical and general audiences, innovative thinking, proposal writing expertise, and more. They also master contemporary statistical techniques, computational methods, and data handling.
Nationally acclaimed for research innovation and academic leadership, our Department fosters student development through rigorous coursework and hands-on research. We emphasize data-centric investigation, collaborative consulting, and prioritize communication and technical skills as fundamental for professional achievement. Graduate students actively contribute to research projects, teaching initiatives, and consulting work while benefiting from numerous networking opportunities with peers and researchers both locally and internationally. Furthermore, our graduate students operate an independent statistical consulting service, gaining valuable paid professional experience during their academic journey.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) must have completed one of the following requirements prior to admission: a master's degree (or equivalent) from an approved institution, with clear evidence of research ability or potential and a minimum overall average in the B+ grade range (76-79% at UBC) in all graduate courses; a bachelor's degree, with one year of study in a master's program with 12 credits of first-class average, of which, normally, 9 credits must be at the 500 level or above and at least 9 credits must be of first-class standing, and clear evidence of research ability or potential. Transfer directly into a doctoral program is normally accomplished after the first year of study and will not be permitted after the completion of the second year in a master's program; or in exceptional cases, applicants who hold an honours bachelor's degree with an overall average in the A grade range and who demonstrate advanced research ability may be granted direct admission to a doctoral degree program on recommendation of the admitting graduate program and approval of the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies.
English Language Proficiency Requirement
TOEFL (IBT) OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT
100
ibT Reading 22
ibT Writing 21
ibT Listening 22
ibT Speaking 21
IELTS OVERALL SCORE REQUIREMENT
7.5
IELTS Reading 6.5
IELTS Writing 6.5
IELTS Listening 6.5
IELTS Speaking 6.5
Tuition
CAD
9,690