Welcome to the University of Pretoria’s Department of Statistics a vibrant community of data enthusiasts!

The department is currently the largest Statistics department in South Africa, with a student corps of more than 8000 students. The Department of Statistics at the University of Pretoria is a leader in post graduate teaching and research and delivers the most post graduate Statistics students in South Africa, in excess of 70 students annually.

Here at the Statistics Department, we are passionate about unlocking hidden information in data and using insights to pave the way for innovative solutions. The department is endowed with endless opportunities to grow, collaborate, and make a significant impact. Together, we'll explore the limitless possibilities of statistics and continue our tradition of excellence in research and application. 

Statistics: Crafting clarity from chaos.

Making data-driven decisions to shape a smarter world!