Program Specification PhD
Doctor of Philosophy Degree (Ph.D.) in Statistics
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Statistics at King Saud University is designed for highly motivated students seeking careers in data analysis, research, and academia. The program equips students with advanced statistical techniques, computational methods, and data management skills, preparing them for roles in central banks, governmental and private organizations, financial institutions, universities, and research centers. It follows a coursework and thesis-based system with on-campus study. The program aims to train experts in statistical modeling, analysis, and research, fostering critical thinking and independent research skills while providing expertise in advanced statistical methods such as survival analysis, time series, nonparametric statistics, and multivariate analysis. This Ph.D. program plays a crucial role in advancing statistical knowledge and research, contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by fostering innovation and data-driven decision-making.
PROGRAM MISSION
Graduation of scientists qualified and capable to achieve world-class applied research and to provide consultation in different aspects of Statistics for an effective and influential role in the service of society, and the policy of decision-making.
PROGRAM GOALS
Providing an academic environment conducive to creativity and innovation, encouraging scientific research and attracting outstanding scientific talent.
Effective use of modern and advanced technology in education and scientific research.
Building communication bridges with various sectorslocally and globally.
Graduation of Qualified scientific and research cadres in Statistics capable to support sustainable development of the country
Increasing the outcomes of scientific research in Statistics and its applications through publication in high-caliber international journals.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Knowledge
K1
Acquiring an in-depth comprehensive and coherent knowledge of concepts and theories of Statistics and Probability.
K2
Understanding knowledge of advanced topics and applications of Statistics in fields of Survival analysis, nonparametric statistics, time series, Multivariate analysis and other special topics in Statistics
K3
Outlining statistical knowledge appropriate to professional activities
Skills:
S1
Adopting advanced concepts and theories of Statistics to model real-life problems.
S2
Understanding of research literature in fields of Statistics and the ability to interpret, analyze and evaluate the significance of that research in extending knowledge in the field.
S3
Explaining and deploying statistical reasoning for problem solving
S4
Ability to read and write the statistical research papers and carry out the required simulation studies.
Competence:
C1
Communicating and working effectively with team members and exhibit professional levels of conduct.
C2
Taking responsibility of self-learning, identify, and use means of finding new information or techniques of analysis needed for completion of tasks.
C3
Communicating a depth and breadth of mathematical knowledge, both orally and in writing
More About the Program
Plan Hrs.: 31First code course name H G L H requisite Yrl course description STAT 611 Probabilitu Theory -1- 3 - - STAT 621 Statistical inference -1- 3 - - TOTAL 6 Second code course name H G L H requisite Yrl course description STAT 622 Statistical inference -II- 3 - - STAT 699 Thesis Proposal
preparation1 9 - - TOTAL 4 Third code course name H G L H requisite Yrl course description COM 700 Comprehensive Exam 0 3.7 18 - - TOTAL 0 Fourth code course name H G L H requisite Yrl course description STAT 700 Thesis 1 STAT 699 -/ P - TOTAL 1 *: P : Pre-requisite C: Co- requisite L : Pre-course Level G : GPA level H : Requisite HRS
Student Admission and Transfer Requirements, and CoursesEquivalency
1- Admission requirements and procedures are summarized in the general graduate catalogue of the department and through the comprehensive Deanship of Graduate Studies KSU‘s admissions website
https://graduatestudies.ksu.edu.sa/en2- Candidates must qualify to specific other departmental requirements (4.5 from 5) and GRE-Math with score 550
Relationship between Program Mission and Goals and the Mission and Goals of the Institution/College:
Based on the vision, mission and objectives of the institution, the Ph.D. program in Statistics is very relevant to those vision and mission and goals. In particular, the PhD program
