Computational Statistics and Data Science: COMPASS

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  • University/Institute Name University of Bristol
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration4 years
  • Position Funding Type PhD Studentship
  • Application deadlineExpired

Position Details (PhD Program)

The Centre for Doctoral Training in Computational Statistics and Data Science (COMPASS) is a four-year PhD training programme that addresses the pressing need, in the UK and internationally, for doctoral graduates who are able to combine fluency in both statistical and computational methods. The Computational Statistics and Data Science: COMPASS programme is offered by University of Bristol.

Key facts

  • The team of PhD supervisors incorporates world-leading statisticians and data scientists, and experts from the Faculties of Health Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences and Law and Life Sciences.

Careers

  • COMPASS is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career and enable you to make crucial contributions to health, productivity, connectivity and resilience in the UK and further afield. Doctoral graduates in statistics and data science are increasingly sought after across academia and all sectors of industry.
  • The Computational Statistics and Data Science: COMPASS programme is offered by University of Bristol.

Curriculum:

  • The Compass CDT is a four-year programme. In year one, you complete six mandatory taught Level M units. 
  • These are delivered through lectures, workshops, laboratories and guided self-study, and include peer-supported learning and group work, and are continually assessed without exams
  • PhD projects are developed through the second semester of the first year. You will progress to the PhD on successful completion of 120 credit points of taught units, typically transitioning to full-time research from October in your second year. Students typically submit their PhD research thesis by the end of year four.

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

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