Bachelor of Science or B.Sc. in Statistics (B.Sc. Stats) is an undergraduate course in statistics, probability and permutations. An integral factor for being eligible for this course is that the candidate must have completed 10+2 and passed HSC Examination with subjects like Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks, from a recognised school in India.

Like all undergraduate program, B.Sc. Stats is a three years course. This course is often clubbed with Computer Science and Mathematics and hence students may find this course being available as B.Sc. in CSM; Computer, Statistics and Mathematics. Admission to the program is based on marks scored in 10+2 and/or personal interview by colleges.

The average annual tuition fee for the course ranges between 1.5 Lakhs INR to 2.5 Lakhs INR.

B.Sc. Stats is a course through which students find job opportunities in the actuarial sciences, banking, financial services, accounting and financing, Academic Institutions etc. Within these, professionals can find job profiles like that of a Financial Analyst, Data Analyst, Financial Accountant, Lecturer/ Professor etc.

A fresh graduate of this course can expect an average salary of 1.5 Lakhs INR to 2.5 Lakhs INR depending on the job profile and a particular company. But this salary would only go upwards with experience and more important positions within the company/organization.

Duration

The duration of this is just like most of the undergraduate courses: 3 years. This course follows the semester system over the annual mode and hence the course divided into 6 semesters.

What is the course about?

Statistics deals with the study of probability and permutations. Students deal with hoards of data and assess this data and use it to make conclusions to check risk factors for insurance, finance and other industries.  

Where to study?

B.Sc Stats is available in many Science colleges across India. Some of the top colleges for B.Sc Stats are as follows:-

Academic Options after the course

After completing the course, students can pursue M.Sc. in Statistics. These courses are available in colleges such as, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, and Bareilly College etc. 

Students can also study Actuarial Sciences which is a discipline that applies mathematical and statistical methods to assess risk in insurance, finance and other industries and professions from Institute of Actuaries of India etc.