University Undergraduate Entry

Diploma in Applied Statistics, University Foundation Program

A Level (Level 3 – 60 credits)

The Level 3 Diploma in Applied Statistics is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

The course is designed to equip you with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of a range of topics within the Applied Statistics environment. These topics will allow learners to develop practical and theoretical approaches to solving problems and finding solutions using Applied Statistics.  While completing the course, students will have access to a variety of support services, including tutor support and webinars, a social learning forum, and additional materials to help in the completion of their diploma course.

Leaners must achieve 60 credits by completing all four mandatory units

Total Qualification Time: 600 Hours

Total Guided Learning Hours: 360

Total Credit Value: 60

Introduction to Statistics

This unit aims to provide an introduction to statistics and their use and to develop a knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of statistics. The learner will:

• Understand how data and statistics are used to support conclusions and decision-making
• Understand how to use basic numerical and graphical techniques
• Understand how to use probability
• Understand the use of sampling in statistics
• Understand the use of probability distributions
• Understand the use of correlation and regression

Hypothesis Testing

This unit aims to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in hypothesis testing which is used in a range of organisations and in fields such as psychology or medicine. The learner will:

• Understand the use of statistical hypothesis testing
• Understand how to develop a hypothesis
• Understand methods used to gather data for testing
• Know how to analyse data and complete hypothesis testing

Statistics in Industry and Commerce

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the importance and use of statistics in business contexts. The learner will:

• Understand the importance and use of statistics in business contexts
• Understand the use of experimental design in business contexts
• Understand the use of ANOVA (analysis of variance) tests in a business context
• Understand the use of time series analysis in business contexts
• Understand the use of estimations and confidence intervals in business contexts
• Understand the use of statistics in quality control

ICT in Statistics

This unit aims to develop skills in the application of information technology to collect and interpret statistical data. The learner will:

• Understand how to manage statistical data
• Know how to use spreadsheets for statistics
• Know how to use database management software for statistical data
• Know how to use third party statistical databases
• Know how to use specialist statistical software