Statistics and Operational Research MRes
Lancaster University
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.2) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

MRes - Master of Research

location-pin
Location

Main Campus

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

OCT

time
Duration

1 Year

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

MRes - Master of Research

Location

Main Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-26

Duration

1 Year

SELECT

Qualification

MRes - Master of Research

Location

Main Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

OCT

Duration

1 Year

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Mathematics
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Location

Select student location


Domestic
SELECTED

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

This programme offers a ground-breaking approach to statistics and operational research, developed in conjunction with leading industrial partners. There are typically over ten fully funded places annually.Collaboration with our industrial partners, such as BT, IBM and AstraZeneca, ensures that we produce a generation of highly skilled researchers prepared for careers in academia or industry.Commencing with an MRes, which provides a robust grounding and the development of research skills, you ...Read more

This programme offers a ground-breaking approach to statistics and operational research, developed in conjunction with leading industrial partners. There are typically over ten fully funded places annually.Collaboration with our industrial partners, such as BT, IBM and AstraZeneca, ensures that we produce a generation of highly skilled researchers prepared for careers in academia or industry.Commencing with an MRes, which provides a robust grounding and the development of research skills, you will identify a topic and plan your PhD research. You will also develop a versatile skill set including: advanced problem solving, programming, and a broad range of presentation and dissemination skills.The remaining three years will be spent working on the PhD project guided by appropriate supervisory teams, whilst taking a range of training programmes and experiencing visits to world-leading universities.

Key stats

  IDP Connect
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
66/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
11th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
10th
What students say
S
Sara
02 Dec 24

The campus has a great feel to it and has everything you need. It's only a short distance from town which is nice but definitely isn't a big city with lots of shops and lots to..Read more

Entry requirements

Students need to have 1st class Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in an undergraduate course with a substantial mathematical content. We may also consider non-standard applicants.

Tuition fees

Students living in

Domestic

£5,006 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

£27,150 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£27,550 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Operational Research (OR) reviews

Operational Research (OR)
Operational Research (OR)
Statistics
S
Sara
02 Dec 24
Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics (MORSE) (Industry)
The campus has a great feel to it and has everything you need. It's only a short distance from town which is nice but definitely isn't a big city with lots of shops and lots to...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Operational Research (OR) students rated:

Student rating
( 4.0) 1 reviews
5 star
0%
4 stars
100%
3 stars
0%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 1,210 reviews
5 star
36%
4 stars
52%
3 stars
11%
2 stars
1%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

Lancaster University
Lancaster, Bailrigg Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4YW United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Lancaster  1.7 miles away

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate