The IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics Admission is a good choice for graduates with a passion for data and patterns who wish to transform that passion into a solid professional skill. Students who excel at numbers are often unsure of how to put their skills into practice. This one-year diploma was designed to fill this gap. It connects theory, data analysis, and software in a structured manner.
PGDAST, a distance education programme at the School of Sciences of IGNOU, offers learners the opportunity to build advanced statistical knowledge while continuing their job or other studies.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics (PGDAST) |
| School | School of Sciences, IGNOU |
| Mode | Open Distance Learning |
| Duration | 1 Year (Minimum) |
| Medium | English |
| Specialisation | Industrial Statistics or Biostatistics |
| Total Credits | 32 (Core) + 10 (Specialisation + Lab) |
Last Date (Tentative): 31 August 2025
| Course Code | Title of the Course | Credit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MST-001 | Foundation in Mathematics and Statistics | 4 | Compulsory |
| MST-002 | Descriptive Statistics | 4 | Compulsory |
| MST-003 | Probability Theory | 4 | Compulsory |
| MST-004 | Statistical Inference | 4 | Compulsory |
| MST-005 | Statistical Techniques | 4 | Compulsory |
| MSTL-001 | Basic Statistics Lab | 2 | Compulsory |
| Industrial Statistics Specialisation | |||
| MSTE-001 | Industrial Statistics–I | 4 | Elective |
| MSTE-002 | Industrial Statistics–II | 4 | Elective |
| MSTL-002 | Industrial Statistics Lab | 2 | Elective |
| Biostatistics Specialisation | |||
| MSTE-003 | Biostatistics–I | 4 | Elective |
| MSTE-004 | Biostatistics–II | 4 | Elective |
| MSTL-003 | Biostatistics Lab | 2 | Elective |
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IGNOU Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics Admission is more than just a new line in your academic resume. This course is an intensive step into the world of data, uncertainty, evidence-based decision-making, and more. This diploma offers a powerful and practical path for graduates who are looking to improve their career by becoming more analytical and professionals who would like to upgrade their skills without interrupting their lives.
Unnati Education has watched as many students begin with uncertainty — "Will I be able to manage the maths?" Will I be able to understand ?"—and end up with confidence and be able to talk about probability, inferences, industrial or biological data? The right attitude, a steady effort and good guidance will help you achieve this. We will walk you through every step from 0 - 100, so you can build skills that last for life.
