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Statistics is a discipline devoted to the use of mathematical methods and reasoning to solve real-world problems of a scientific or decision-making nature in a wide variety of subjects, principally (but not exclusively) in engineering, medicine, the physical and biological sciences, and the social sciences. Statistics, construed broadly, is the study of uncertainty: how to measure it (using ideas and methods in probability theory), and what to do about it (using concepts from statistical inference and decision theory).

The Statistics Department at UC Santa Cruz offers M.S. and Ph.D. programs in statistical science. The goal of these programs is to help students develop into independent scholars who are prepared for productive careers in research, teaching, and industry. The department also offers a designated emphasis in statistics and a minor in statistics.

Additional information on these programs can be found on the  department website .

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The Department of Economics offers programs leading to the Ph.D. degree in economics and M.S. degree in applied economics and finance.

The Ph.D. program in economics provides students with training in modern microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, combined with specialized training in the fields of international finance and international trade and options to pursue specializations in economic development, monetary economics, applied microeconomics, experimental economics and other areas. The core emphasis of the program is on international trade and finance, and the program offers more intensive course work in these areas, as well as greater faculty depth in various aspects of international economics, than do traditional Ph.D. programs in economics that offer international economics as a single subfield. However, the department is also home to a large number of internationally recognized faculty whose work is outside of international and who regularly supervise Ph.D. students. Graduates of the program have conducted research on a wide variety of topics; examples include monetary economics, experimental economics, environmental economics, and economic growth and development as well as international economics.

To see a list of Ph.D. placement information, click here .

The M.S. program in applied economics and finance is designed for students who wish to supplement their undergraduate work in economics with analytical graduate training that prepares them for careers in business, international and domestic banking, consulting firms, government, and nonprofit organizations. The program combines theory with meaningful applications that students are likely to face in their professional careers. The program is more practical than a typical M.A. program and provides more training in economics and statistics than most MBA programs.

Past graduates of this program have gone on to successful careers in the private and public sectors with placements at a diverse range of companies and institutions, including ADM Associates, Inc., Anderson Tax, SoFi, Cisco Systems, Seagate Technology, Google, Sony Computer Entertainment, Plantronics, Wells Fargo, Securities and Exchange Commission, all of the big four accounting firms, McKesson Corp., Pepsi Corp., Visa, Square Trade, the California Franchise Tax Board, Guardian News (UK), Blue Cross, the World Bank, Stanford University, and the Bank of Japan. Other graduates have gone on to earn Ph.D.s in economics.

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Pursuing Graduate Studies at the UCSC Baskin School of Engineering is an exceptional opportunity to engage with and learn from a team of scholars who are consistently ranked among the most influential in the world.

BSOE offers graduate students a broad range of financial assistance options that help with tuition and living expenses while they are pursuing their advanced degrees.  Graduate students may receive financial support through fellowships, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships.  Traditional financial aid is also available.

The BSOE features world-renowned research groups and centers across our seven departments. Our close proximity to Silicon Valley provides a dynamic and stimulating environment and allows for seamless translation of research breakthroughs to the real world.

As an engineering school committed to advancing social good on a campus that "fosters a culture of excellence, inquiry, creativity, diversity, and public service," Graduate Studies at the UC Santa Cruz Baskin School of Engineering celebrates the heritage and achievements of our students, our school, and all who come to BSOE as welcome guests.

Why Baskin School of Engineering Graduate Programs?

At the UCSC Baskin School of Engineering, doctoral and master’s students study and participate in research in areas that define 21st century technology and human advancement and address the most significant challenges and opportunities of our time, including life and health, data science, energy, and accessibility. Our students learn and work in an environment of stunning natural beauty, nestled among the redwoods and overlooking the Monterey Bay, with access in under an hour to the heart of Silicon Valley. They are mentored by world-renowned faculty, many with strong ties to industry, and have opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary research and interact with entrepreneurs and technology leaders through internships and corporate-sponsored research. And graduate students at the Baskin School of Engineering are part of an active community of scholars across UCSC’s five academic divisions that is committed to the creative and ethical pursuit of academic excellence built on social and environmental responsibility.

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Arts Division

Digital Arts & New Media: M.F.A **

Art: Environmental Art & Social Practice: M.F.A.

Film & Digital Media: Ph.D.

Music: M.A., D.M.A., Ph.D.

Social Documentation: M.F.A.

Theater Arts: M.A.

Visual Studies: Ph.D.

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Applied Mathematics: M.S., Ph.D.

Program in Biomedical Science & Engineering PhD. program in  Biomolecular Engineering & Bioinformatics (BMEB)

Biomolecular Engineering & Bioinformatics: M.S.

Computational Media: M.S., Ph.D.

Computer Science & Engineering: M.S., Ph.D.

Electrical & Computer Engineering: M.S., Ph.D.

Games & Playable Media: M.S.

Human Computer Interaction: M.S.

Natural Language Processing: M.S.

Scientific Computing & Applied Mathematics: M.S.

Statistical Science: M.S., Ph.D.

Humanities Division

Feminist Studies: Ph.D.

History: M.A., Ph.D.

History of Consciousness: Ph.D.

Linguistics: M.A., Ph.D.

Literature: M.A., Ph.D.

Philosophy: M.A., Ph.D.

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Astronomy & Astrophysics: Ph.D.

Chemistry: M.S., Ph.D.

Coastal Science and Policy: M.S. 

Earth Sciences: M.S., Ph.D.

Ecology & Evolutionary Biology: M.A., Ph.D

Mathematics: M.A., Ph.D.

Microbiology & Environmental Toxicology: M.S., Ph.D.

Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology: M.S., Ph.D.

Ocean Sciences: M.S., Ph.D.

Physics: M.S., Ph.D.

Materials Science & Engineering: M.S., Ph.D.

Program in Biomedical Science & Engineering: Ph.D. programs in:

Chemical Biology, Biochemistry, & Biophysics (CB3)

Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology (METX)

Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology (MCD)

Science Communication: M.S.

Social Sciences Division

Anthropology: Ph.D.

Applied Economics & Finance: M.S.

Economics: Ph.D.

Education: M.A./C, Ph.D.

Environmental Studies: Ph.D.

Latin American & Latino Studies: Ph.D.

Politics: Ph.D.

Psychology: Ph.D.

Sociology: Ph.D.

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Online Grad Pursues Passion for Statistics

Written by Helen Velk.

Former Southeast Raleigh High School math teacher and NC State alumnus David Grant decided that the fall of 2023 was the time to actively begin the process of aligning his career with his passion. When he discovered that the Applied Statistics and Data Management Graduate Certificate Program offered by NC State Online was a perfect fit, he immediately enrolled in the program and will graduate in May of 2024.

Although the program is offered online, Grant felt a strong sense of connection to his peers and his instructors.

“It honestly did not feel like an online program to me — it felt more like a hybrid program because we watched lectures and took advantage of plenty of synchronous tutoring,” Grant said. “The tutoring sessions were offered during the late evening hours, after normal working hours, and they were extremely helpful for me.”

In addition to the convenient and effective format of this program, Grant also found the course content to be appealing and applicable.

“The best part was that the projects were designed based on realistic scenarios,” Grant said. “We had to practice many skills that would be useful in a full-time job. For example, knowing how to handle data that may not be nicely formatted. That’s a great skill that I mastered and I would be very comfortable with a similar task as part of my job responsibilities.”

Grant expressed appreciation for the support and guidance of his advisor and instructors.

“All four of my professors — Associate Professor Xinge (Jessie) Jeng , Associate Teaching Professor Jonathan Duggins , Director/Distinguished Professor Fred Wright , and Director/Associate Teaching Professor Justin Post — were very supportive throughout my time in the program,” Grant said. “Particularly Dr. Duggins and Dr. Post, who taught the programming classes. Those were the classes in which I struggled. They both took extra time to support me when I needed help. And of course, my advisor, Online Program Coordinator Donna Barton , who helped guide me on the right path as to what classes would be the best for me along the way.”

Advice and Future Plans

With his newly acquired skill set, Grant is currently searching for a statistics and data management job. He feels this program prepared him well for a new role and is excited to see what the future holds.

While it wasn’t always easy to manage a full-time job and the classwork, he highly recommends this certification.

“If you find a program you will enjoy and want to pursue, then go for it!” Grant said. “It was difficult — for sure — to get everything done. I had to resort to doing most of the assignments on the weekends. Particularly when I was teaching and had four different classes to prepare for.”

Grant plans to pursue a master’s degree in the future and feels this certificate will provide a solid foundation towards that goal. He does not plan to attend the in-person commencement ceremony, but says he will “most certainly” be celebrating this accomplishment with his family and friends!

Are you interested in advancing your career with a Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics and Data Management from NC State Online? Visit the program page or online.ncsu.edu/programs for a full list of degree and certificate programs.

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