Statistics, Bachelor of Science

Contact Information
Contact Name: 
Dr. Bryan Rowsell
Contact Title: 
Chairperson

Program Information

Contact Phone: 
403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Contact Email: 
inquire@rdc.ab.ca
University Transfer Program

One Year University Transfer Program:

For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.

The Program

Red Deer College offers the first year of studies toward BSc Specialization in Actuarial Sciences, Mathematics, Computational Science, Mathematics & Economics, and Mathematics & Finance; BSc Specialization or Honors in Statistics.

Transfer Features

The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities.

Requirements
Admission Requirements: 

Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.

1. Minimum average of 60% and no mark below 50% in:

  1. ELA 30-1
  2. Mathematics 30-1
  3. Mathematics 31
  4. One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Computing Science (CSE) Advanced Level - Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)
  5. 30-level subject from Group A or C (science recommended)

OR

2. Mature Student:

You must be 19 years of age or older, out of school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% and no mark lower than 50% in the following courses or their equivalents:

  1. ELA 30-1
  2. Mathematics 30-1
  3. Mathematics 31
  4. One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Computing Science (CSE) Advanced Level - Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)

Note: At least one other 30-level science subject will be required for science options.

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency.

Program Content
University of Alberta

Please note these credits are U of A credits.

Suggested Pattern Year 1 Mathematics, Computational Science (Mathematics) & Specialization or Honors in Statistics

  • ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits)
  • MATH 203/MATH 204/MATH 221 (9 credits)
  • CMPT 201 (3 credits)
  • 4 Options (12 credits)
University of Calgary

Suggested Pattern Year 1

Mathematics and Statistics

  • MATH 202 (or MATH 203)/MATH 204/MATH 221 (9 credits)
  • 5 Non-Science Options (15 credits)
  • 2 Options (6 credits)