Social statistics and demography
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Gain skills in research methods and applying statistics to different areas, such as demography and global health. Understand changes in society and how these influence policy and practice. Study at a University specialising in surveys and official statistics and develop innovations in statistical methodology. These are used to address real world issues and the statistical study of human population.
Awarded by the Economic and Social Research Council
In National Statistical Offices from Brazil to Malawi to Indonesia
Our courses focus on different aspects of social statistics, demography and global health. They are student focused in order to prepare you for future employment. We look forward to including students within our learning community.
Join a community of researchers tackling today’s biggest challenges, such as helping to improve maternal health in India or improving access to water. Apply for a structured studentship or propose your own idea for a PhD in Social Statistics and Demography.
It is important to use good statistical methods measure society and the economy for the public good.
In the context of growing globalisation, migration and rapid social change, a global approach to health has never been more important.
We have never been so in need of researchers who can confidently design high-quality social surveys and apply appropriate methodologies to help tackle pressing issues.