The Statistics and Applied Probability Department encourages its students to study abroad through the Education Abroad Program. In a world which is becoming increasingly globalized, exposure to other cultures can help students gain new perspectives and achieve a greater understanding of the world in which we live. College is an ideal time to take advantage of the opportunity to live abroad for a summer, a semester, or a year. In addition to developing your self-confidence, independence and perspectives, your international experience will benefit your career goals and/or graduate school opportunities.
EAP offers unparalleled opportunities to obtain the broader perspectives, know- ledge, and skills necessary to be effective professionally in our rapidly changing global world. Possibilities are numerous to further your study of statistics, as well
as innumerable other subjects, in many countries around the world. The benefits of studying and living abroad are tremendous. You can:
• Take advantage of unique academic coursework opportunities in statistics
• Participate in a different educational system
• Improve critical thinking skills
• Advance your cross-cultural and problem-solving skills
• Expand your world view by experiencing another culture firsthand
• Develop self-confidence and independence
• Prepare for a career in an internationally competitive world
• Enhance your resume for job or graduate school applications
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EAP participants have the choice of over 30 countries in which to spend a year, a semester, or a summer. Students also have the option of studying in English or in a foreign language. While statistics and mathematics courses in English are offered at a number of EAP host universities, particularly strong English language statistics programs can be found in Australia, Canada, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.
Students with a good understanding of Spanish or Italian should consider studying statistics at local universities in Spain, Mexico or Italy. For those interested in intensive Language and Culture programs, EAP offers options such as spending a summer in Sweden, a fall in Chile or a spring in Brazil. Here is a list of EAP host countries that offer unique opportunities in Statistics:
Australia -- Canada -- Germany Ghana -- Hong Kong -- India Ireland -- Italy -- MexicoNew Zealand -- Singapore South Africa -- Spain -- Turkey United Kingdom -- Vietnam
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While it is possible for statistics students to go abroad at almost any point in their academic careers, the particular quarter, semester, summer or year that you study abroad depends on what courses you plan to take. Students interested in Language and Culture programs, or in fulfilling major preparation and General Education requirements, can participate as early as their sophomore year.
Students wanting to fulfill upper division major requirements should be aware that students at foreign universities begin their specialization in mathematics and statistics earlier than US students. Consequently, statistics courses abroad are often taught at a more demanding level, especially in the upper-division. Please consult with the department’s undergraduate advisor or with the host
university department.
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All EAP students automatically earn UC credit for the work they complete
abroad. However, the application of credit to major requirements is subject to the discretion of the department and the approval of the college. Please plan ahead and consult with your department advisor.
Keep in mind that at least 20 units of upper-division major coursework (or
12 upper-division minor units) must be completed in residence at UCSB
along with other residence requirements. Consult an advisor in the College of Letters & Science for more information.
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Begin by identifying your goals for study abroad and then consult the EAP web pages (http://eap.ucop.edu/) to identify appropriate EAP programs. To find programs which offer particular disciplines or to search courses taken by EAP students over the last 5 years by subject, keyword and/or location, explore the resources found under Program and Course Search. Navigate to host universities’ web sites on the available links to learn more about the schools and their departments.
Stop by the EAP office at 2431 South Hall. Peer advisors who have recently returned from studying abroad as well as staff advisors are eager to answer your questions.
Students should then see the Statistics Undergraduate Advisor in the department office, 5607A South Hall and make an appointment with an advisor in the College of Letters and Science to discuss general education, residence and other requirements.
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Department of Statistics and Applied Probability
5607A South Hall
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3110
Phone: (805) 893-2129
www.pstat.ucsb.edu
