Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Mathematical Statistics
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Qualification type
Honours Degree
Credits
120
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
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Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences
Subfield
Mathematical Sciences
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2021-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
Purpose
The purpose of this Level 8 learning qualification is to equip students with the knowledge and competencies to understand and apply advanced methods and techniques in the field of Mathematical Statistics. This qualfiication is for students who want to enter the statistics profession. In addition, for candidates who intend pursuing higher research Degrees, the deeper level knowledge in the qualification is essential for future research.
Rationale
This is a first step in Postgraduate training and specialisation, therefore this qualification strengthens the pool of specialised professionals and researchers active in the economic life of South Africa in order to ensure that the local leadership base of innovative and value-adding economic and scholarly activity is widened.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL will be done as per Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) policy.
Entry Requirements
The minimum requirement for admission is
- A Bachelor's Degree with either Mathematical Statistics or Statistics.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification comprises of compulsory and elective module at Level 8 totalling 120 Credits.
Compulsory Modules, Level 8, 54 Credits
- Project, 30 Credits.
- Multivariate Statistical Methods, 24 Credits.
Elective modules
- Selective Topics in Actuarial Statistics, 24 Credits.
- Categorical Data Analysis, 24 Credits.
- Quantitative Data Analysis with Statistics, 24 Credits.
- Mathematical Programming, 24 Credits.
- Probability Theory, 24 Credits.
- Analysis of Variance, 24 Credits.
- Regression Analysis, 24 Credits.
- Time Series Analysis, 24 Credits.
- Capita Selecta B, 24 Credits.
- Capita Selecta A, 24 Credits.
- Credibility Theory and Econometrics, 24 Credits.
- Nonparametric Statistics, 24 Credits.
- Sampling Theory, 24 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Demonstrate ability to recall important definitions and theorems of statistical theory.
- Apply knowledge of statistical principles to application based exercises.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyse and solve open ended problems by applying the correct methodologies and techniques to the problems.
- Make critical judgments and in-depth interpretations of statistical evaluations.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome
The competencies or skills acquired by the student will include
- Reasoning skills to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory.
- Reasoning, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyze and synthesize complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge.
- Communication and technical research skills to justify and interpret analysis, results and conclusions to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Communication and technical skills to theorize about developments that contribute to scholarship.
Integrated Assessment
The research project is used for Integrated Assessment.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification articulates both horizontally and vertically.
Horizontal Articulation
- A Degree in actuarial statistics, financial mathematics and econometrics.
Vertical Articulation
- A Master Degree at Level 9.
International comparability
The qualification is similar is standard to similar qualifications offered nationally and internationally.
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