Combine two dynamic areas in this dual degree with industry-focused studies in business and science. Take on the future with a deep understanding of both business management and science. You'll study a range of compulsory courses that cover the business world, from accounting, economics, law and marketing, to business information systems, strategy and more. Our flexible science program offers one of the broadest selections of science disciplines available in Australia – giving you the freedom to find or follow your scientific passion. Studying science at UQ equips you with comprehensive scientific knowledge as well the skills that will prepare you for the future of work, including critical thinking, data analysis, problem-solving, creative thinking, advanced technical capabilities and communication skills.
Statistics is an essential part of science, providing the mathematical language and techniques necessary for understanding and dealing with chance and uncertainty in nature. Statistics involves the design, collection, analysis and interpretation of numerical data, with the aim of extracting patterns and other useful information. Examples include the analysis of DNA and protein sequences, the construction of evolutionary trees from genetic data, the improvement of medical treatments via experimental designs, and the assessment of drought conditions through meteorological data. A main feature of statistics is the development and use of statistical and probabilistic models for random phenomena, which can be analysed and used to make principled predictions and decisions. Examples of such models can be found in biology, finance, physics, medicine, telecommunications, and reliability to name but a few.