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Registration issues and waitlists https://www.stat.ubc.ca/undergrad-registration-information-and-faqs gradinfo at stat dt ubc dot ca
On-line registration not recognizing pre-requisites https://courses.students.ubc.ca/cs/main contact course co-ordinator
Statistics program advising this page ugradadv at stat dot ubc dot ca
Changing to or adding Statistics major this page ugradadv at stat dot ubc dot ca
Data science minor https://datascience.ubc.ca/minor See the program page for contact info
UBC transfer transfer-credits https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/registration/transfer-credits/post-sec... transfer.credits at ubc dot ca
Course outlines (previous years) https://www.stat.ubc.ca/course-lookup gradinfo at stat dot ubc dot ca
Standing deferred exam this page

Frequently asked questions for undergraduate statistics programs and courses have been arranged in several categories below.

The first five categories are relevant for those who want to do a Major or Minor in Statistics, and they include information on careers in Statistics. The sixth category is for transfer students from other universities who want to match their previous statistics/probability courses with UBC-V courses.

For issues with registration in Statistics courses, read the FAQs on our Contact Us page.

There are many more students considering a Major or Minor in Statistics than we can accommodate within the constraints of classroom size, lab space, and instructor availability. If Statistics is one area of study that you are considering, we advise you to start with the introductory courses in statistics, probability and data science, together with the prerequisite math courses. After completing these courses, you will have a better idea if you really are interested and capable in further study of Statistics and Data science.

The information under "Careers in Statistics" will give you an idea of courses in other subjects that can be useful for a career in statistics or data science. For more details, please see https://students.ubc.ca/career/your-degree/science/statistics. The application instructions for Major or Minor in Statistics are explained in the relevant sections. For those applying after some courses in Years 2 or 3, the success of an application depends on grades in courses in (a) introductory statistics, (b) introductory probability, and (c) second year Math (multivariable calculus, linear algebra).

Becoming a statistician requires adeptness in statistics, mathematics, computer science (writing code), and at least one application area. Hence, Statistics is a challenging major to succeed in. Because it is competitive to get into a Statistics major program, we provide some tips for study habits in math that might help in achieving the grades needed for a statistical career. An introductory statistics course mainly provides an introduction to statistical vocabulary and commonly used statistical methods. In upper-level courses, the background mathematical theory for the statistical methods are developed, as well as more in-depth applications and statistical software usage.

The last category "Statistics courses from elsewhere" is for transfer students who want to match their statistics courses taken at another university or college. Please look here if you think that you were given incorrect transfer credit for a previous statistics course.

If you have further questions on Statistics advising on topics that aren't covered here, you can contact ugradadv at stat dot ubc dot ca, or go to a drop-in advising hour listed on our Contact Us page.

   I'm interested being a Major in Statistics. How can I apply?

If you are applying at the end of Year 1 and hope to be a Statistics major with Year-2 standing, please follow the procedure on UBC Science's Second Year Application page.

Note: You should list Statistics among your top 3 choices. If you ask for Statistics as a top choice and didn't get this choice, please go to the next item.

   I'm interested in adding a Major in Statistics, but am currently in a different specialization. (This includes changing from BA Econ to CMJ Econ/Stat.) How can I apply?

If you are in year 2, follow the recommended courses listed in the academic calendar for the Statistics specialization that you are interested in: for example, Major in Statistics, Combined Major CPSC/Statistics, Combined Major Statistics/Economics.

Take Math 200 (multivariable calculus), Math 221 (linear or matrix algebra) and Math/Stat 302 (introductory probability) as soon as possible. Then read the next item.

   I'm interested being a Major in Statistics but am currently in a different specialization. How can I apply to transfer to or add Statistics as a major?

We assume that you are in year 2 or later. After you have completed 

After you have completed DSCI 100 (Introduction to Data Science), STAT 200 (Introductory Statistics), MATH 200 (Multivariable Calculus), MATH 221 (Linear Algebra), and MATH/STAT 302 (Introductory Probability) [or their equivalents] with decent grades, you can apply via the online form.

Please read the instructions carefully before submitting your application. Applications will be considered in January and in May each year by the reviewing of overall profiles and grades in relevant Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics courses.

The application deadlines are mid-January and mid-May. Entry to the Statistics major is competitive. For any further inquiries such as Major in Mathematical Sciences, please contact an advisor at late major entrants at stat dot ubc dot ca.

I'm interested in changing from Major to Honours. What is the procedure?

For Major STAT to Honours STAT, Combined major MATH/STAT to Combined Honours MATH/STAT, or Combined major CPSC/STAT to Combined Honours CPSC/STAT, note the following:

  • Math 320 is the most difficult third year course in these programs; it has a prerequisite of 80+ in Math 220 or 68+ in Math 226. Also proficiency in derivations and proofs is important.
  • Unless you are considering Honours Math at the beginning of year 2, you likely have Math 200 or equivalent and cannot also get credit for taking Math 226 at a later time --- hence the prerequisite is effectively 80+ in Math 220. If you are interested in changing to Honours, an email to the Statistics advisor can be made after completion of Math 220 or Math 226 with an appropriate grade, and mostly As in all other math courses.

  I'm an Arts student interested in adding a Statistics as a second major. How can I apply?

Arts students completing a double major in statistics must meet the upper-level requirement for the major comprising the prescribed 42 credits. See  http://www.calendar.ubc.ca/vancouver/index.cfm?tree=12,215,410,437 . for the required courses. Students enrolled on a combined major with Economics and Statistics cannot take a double major in statistics.

Arts students wishing to complete a double major in statistics cannot self-declare as statistics majors and must apply directly to the Statistics Department (see the FAQ item on applying to transfer to or add Statistics as a major, as the explanations here are also valid for Statistics as a second major).

The thematic concentration requirement can be waived in cases where the students Arts major is in a field where statistics is applied (such as economics and psychology).

   I've previously applied for admission to the Statistics major but I was not successful. Can I apply again?

If you have continued to take Stat/Math courses at the 300 level and above, and your grades have improved, then you can apply again here.

   I'm a Statistics major and would like to change to a combined Econ/Stat Major program. What is the procedure?

Please see the Department of Economics page for more information. The deadline to apply is around May 5th.

   I'm a Statistics major and would like to change to a combined CPSC/Statistics major program. What is the procedure?

You would have to apply to the CPSC Department, using this form. The form opens in April, and is closed for parts of the year.

   I'm a Statistics major. How can I apply to the Statistics co-op program and what are the qualifications?

If you're in Year 3, your deadline to apply is in early October. If you're in Year 2, your deadline to apply is in early March. For instructions, qualifications, and possible schedules for co-op terms, see Science Co-op's page for prospective students in Statistics.

   What are the Statistics course requirements for promotion to Year 3?

Rules for progression are specified for each specialization and general BSc promotion rules are at

https://www.calendar.ubc.ca/vancouver/index.cfm?tree=12,215,410,1467

In particular, the named courses for the statistics major are CPSC210 or MATH210 (4), MATH200 (3), MATH220 (3), MATH221(3), STAT200(3), STAT201 (3) and MATH/STAT302(3) and the 3/5 is calculated on the credit value which is 13.2 credits, rounded up to 14 credits. A student needs at least 60% in 14 credits from these courses (at the first attempt, and including STAT 200) to have met the progression rule.

   What are the Statistics course requirements for promotion to Year 4?

STAT 305 and STAT 306 (or ECON 326 for the BA Combined Major in Econ/Stat) must be completed for promotion to Year 4. Please also see the Faculty of Science's general requirements for promotion.

   CPSC 110 (or 103 and 107). When should CPSC 110 and CPSC 210 (or MATH 210) be taken?

Take them as soon as possible but not necessarily by the end of Year 2 if there are registration issues.

Credit for CPSC 110 and one of CPSC 210 or MATH 210 is required for promotion to Year 4.

   I'm interested in adding a Minor in Statistics. What are the requirements?

The requirement for a minor in statistics is 18 upper-level STAT credits, which may include MATH 302 and ELEC 321.

For 2021-2022, The UBC academic calendar added course requirements of DSCI 100, STAT 201 and Stat 301 for Major in Statistics. If I joined UBC in the academic year 2020-2021 of earlier, do I have to take these courses to complete the STAT major specialization?

If you started in the Stat major program in the 2020-2021 academic year or earlier, you can choose to satisfy the academic calendar requirements for either the 2020-2021 academic calendar or the 2021-2022 academic calendar.Anyone admitted to STAT major in May 2021 or later is required to take DSCI 100, STAT 201 and Stat 301.

   I'm interested in adding a Minor in Statistics. How can I apply?

What are the requirements for Minor in Statistics?

UBC requirements for a minor in a second subject area are 18 credits in courses numbered 300 and above in the area of the minor, and the prerequisite courses at the 100 and 200 level. For Statistics, the low level courses are:

Application for the statistics minor can be made after credit for Stat 302 is obtained, or after several Stat 3xx courses have been completed. The application form can be sent by email or given to the Statistics advisor.

   Is there a Minor in Data Science?

Visit the Data Science Minor's website for additional information, frequently asked questions, and contact info.

   How often are STAT 300- and 400-level courses offered?

For 2023-2024:

  • STAT 301 offered in term 1 & 2
  • 344, 404, 406, 460: offered only in Term 1.
  • STAT 443, 447B, 450, 461: offered only in Term 2.
  • STAT 300, 305, and 306: offered in Terms 1 and 2.
  • STAT 302: offered in Terms 1 and 2, and in the summer term.

   How often are introductory Statistics and introductory Probability courses offered?

STAT 200, STAT 251, and STAT 302 are offered in Terms 1 and 2 and the summer term. STAT 203 (for non-science students) is offered in Term 1 only.

   How are courses in introductory Statistics (e.g., STAT 200) and introductory Probability (e.g., STAT 302) different?

Introductory Probability requires multivariable calculus (e.g., Math 200) as a prerequisite and is much more mathematical than an introductory statistics course. Introductory Statistics courses involve data analysis and statistical software, whereas Introductory probability courses do not.

Here's an example of an exam question in introductory Probability:

An insurance policy pays a total medical benefit consisting of two parts for each claim. Let X represent the part of the benefit that is paid to the surgeon, and let Y represent the part that is paid to the hospital. The variance of X is 4000, the variance of Y is 8000, and the variance of the total benefit, X+Y, is 14000.

(a) What is the covariance of X and Y?
(b) Due to increasing medical costs, the insurance company decides to increase X by a flat amount of 100 per claim and to increase Y by 10% per claim. Calculate the variance of the total benefit after these revisions have been made.

Here's an example of an exam question in introductory Statistics:

Physical fitness testing is an important aspect of athletic training. A common measure of the magnitude of cardiovascular fitness is the maximum volume of oxygen uptake during a strenuous exercise. A study was conducted on 24 middle-aged men to study the influence of the time that it takes to complete a 3 km run on the oxygen uptake. The scatter diagram of oxygen uptake against time is roughly oval-shaped. The regression analysis for the data is summarized as [... not repeated here].

(a) Predict the maximum volume of oxygen intake, when the time takes to complete 3 km run is (i) 700 seconds and (ii) 1120 seconds.
(b) Does the time it takes to run a distance of 3 km have a significant influence on maximum oxygen intakes? (Answer with yes or no and explain in no more than 20 words.)

   What are the prerequisite courses for STAT courses numbered 305 and above?

The prerequisites for STAT courses numbered 305 and above are:

  • STAT 200 (or any introductory statistics course) and STAT/MATH 302 (introductory probability).
  • MATH 200 (multivariate calculus) is a prerequisite for STAT 302.
  • MATH 221 or MATH 223 (linear algebra) is a prerequisite for Stat 306.

Note that STAT 251 is an introductory course on probability and statistics (so less Statistics than STAT 200 and less probability than STAT/MATH 302). STAT 251 is NOT acceptable as a prerequisite (in place of STAT 302) for any STAT course numbered 305 and above, other than ELEC/STAT 321 (Stochastic Signals and Systems).

Is Stat 251 appropriate as an introductory statistics course in my specialization?

Stat 251 is a condensed introductory probability and statistics course intended for Engineering and CPSC majors. If you would like to continue to some Stat courses numbered 300 and above, do not take Stat 251; the recommended introductory courses are Stat 200 (for statistics) and Stat 302 (for probability).

   What is Statistical Science? What is Data Science?

The field of Statistics is quite interdisciplinary because statistical methodology is used in all areas where research studies are carried out, data are collected, and statistical analyses are done to make comparisons, predictions, and forecasts.

The study of Statistics can be combined with business, data science, economics, finance, genomics, health studies, insurance, pharmaceutical science, etc.

A statistician's work can vary from a focus on application areas (requiring knowledge of subject areas), to theoretical development of methodology (requiring advanced mathematics), and the development of statistical software (requiring skills in scientific programming).

Data science focuses on data visualization, data management, data analytics and large databases; data scientists should understand variation and uncertainty, representativeness, efficient data collection, meaningful data reduction and summarization, and analytic tools from different sciences.

The American Statistical Association (ASA) has a good reference page called This is Statistics.

   What are some careers for someone with a Statistics degree? What kind of skills and grades do I need?

Here are some possible careers (job titles) with their qualifications.

  • Career with quantitative analysis, such as actuary, benefits analyst, insurance underwriter, market research analyst, data scientist, survey analyst. Qualifications: BSc in Statistics (A/B average) with communications skills, computing/coding skills.
  • A.Stat designation from the Statistical Society of Canada. This could be useful for statistical project work as a consultant. Qualifications: courses in Statistics major with grades exceeding B-.
  • Job title of statistician. Qualifications: MSc in Statistics, which requires a BSc with an A average (maybe a B+ minimum), with harder courses in Statistics/Mathematics.
  • Job title of biostatistician (health-related). Qualifications: MSc in Statistics/Biostatistics.

   How does the job of Statistician rank compare with other careers?

Input something like "top careers 2019" into a search engine. Here are some results from https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/the-100-best-jobs

#1 Software developer (Education Bachelor's)
#2 Statistician. (Education Master's)
#17 Mathematician. (Education Master's)
#24 Accountant. (Education Bachelor's)
#25 Financial Manager. (Education Bachelor's)
#27 Computer Systems Analyst. (Education Bachelor's)
#33 Actuary (Education Bachelor's)
#34 Operations Research Analyst (Education Bachelor's)
#60 Market Research Analyst (Education Bachelor's)

   What are the UBC courses that are useful preparation for the actuarial exams (Society of Actuaries = SOA).?

The latest information on SOA (Society of Actuaries) exams is at:

https://www.soa.org/education/exam-req/edu-asa-req/

There have been several recent changes.

1. Exam P: Probability; prepare with Math/Stat 302 and part of Stat 305.

2. Exam FM : Financial Math (this covers much more material than compound
interest)

Preparation through UBC courses for non-business student: take COMR 473 after Econ 101/102.

 "COMR 473 Business Finance" has calendar description.

Introduction to managerial finance, including the role and functioning of financial markets, procurement of funds and financing strategies, dividend policy, capital budgeting and financial analysis and planning.

3. MFE: Models for Financial Economics 
https://www.soa.org/education/exam-req/edu-exam-mfe-detail/
After July 1, 2018 this exam was revised and renamed the Investment and Financial Markets Exam. 
It is no longer required in 2023; some of this might be absorbed into
the new exam FM.

4. Exam MLC: Models for Life Contingencies 
https://www.soa.org/education/exam-req/edu-exam-m-detail/
After July 1, 2018 this exam was revised and renamed the Long-Term Actuarial Mathematics Exam. LTAM. 
In Oct 2022, it becomes 
FAM = Fundamentals of Actuarial mathematics, or
ALTAM = Advanced Long-Term Actuarial Mathematics.

5. Exam C: Construction and Evaluation of Actuarial Models
https://www.soa.org/education/exam-req/edu-exam-c-detail/
After July 1, 2018 this exam was revised and renamed the Short-Term Actuarial Mathematics Exam STAM.
In 2023, it becomes ASTAM = Advanced  Short-Term Actuarial Mathematics.

6. VEE (Validation by Educational Experience) 
https://www.soa.org/education/exam-req/edu-vee

VEE for Economics remains.
The previous VEE for Applied Statistics (regression, time series)
has been replaced by VEE Mathematical Statistics (most but not all
of the material is covered by Stat 305 at UBC).
 

   What are networking opportunities for an actuarial career?

1. Get into the UBC Faculty of Science Co-op program and apply for positions with insurance and actuarial companies.

2. Apply for SOA Affiliate membership (free to join) at https://www.soa.org/programs/affiliate/membership/

3. Attend/participate in a meeting of the Actuarial Students' National Association (l'Association Nationale des Étudiants en Actuariat ) web site https://anea-asna.ca/ This is an annual meeting with interviews for entry-level and undergraduate co-op positions. As of 2024, hiring at co-op and entry levels have been consistent in the past 2-3 years.

4. Find contacts at local actuarial clubs: https://www.cia-ica.ca/starting-your-journey/actuarial-clubs-and-other-a...

   It seems that the Statistics major is quite demanding. What are some tips on study habits that might help me get the required A and B grades for some careers?

Please see the next few items for quotes from various sources.

   What does the Chinese philosopher Confucius say about learning that can apply to mathematics?

Confucius saying: I hear and I forget; I see and I remember; I do and I understand. That is, there is a big difference between memorization and understanding. To achieve understanding, you have to DO enough textbook examples/exercises and homework problems to grasp the steps of logical reasoning.

   What variety of courses are useful to prepare for a statistical career?

Advice from AmStat News, in an interview with Greg Campbell, biostatistician in the US Federal Government.
Most biostatistical jobs require at least a Master's degree on statistics or biostatistics, so one is well-advised to take lots of courses. I personally adhere to the philosophy that good applied statisticians need a solid mathematical underpinning. This will enable one to be undaunted in picking up a journal article with formulas in it or to innovate if the problem does not quite fit the textbook example. So, my other advice is to take a variety of coursework in order to expand your toolbox. And, of course, education need not end at the university; it can be a lifelong passion.

   What are some good study habits for mathematics and statistics?

Advice from a document at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Victoria. Compiled by Gary MacGillivray.

(a) Be responsible for your own learning. Know your own learning style and use it in studying. Don't give up on concepts you don't understand. It is never too late. Mathematics is logical and cumulative. The more material from previous courses and from earlier in current courses that you understand, the better equipped you are to understand what comes next, connect it to other material, and apply it in different contexts.

(b) Get out a pencil and paper, and try to work through every step of each example or proof rather than trying to read your text or notes like a novel. If you get stuck, don't give up.

(c) Understanding beats memorizing. If you understand, then you'll remember. Unfortunately, it doesn't work the other way around. The first step in grasping a definition or theorem is being able to write it down, precisely, without any help. Trying to apply concepts when you're struggling to remember what the words mean is a tough battle. Be kind to yourself. Learn the vocabulary and the methods.

(d) Learn from your mistakes. If you make a mistake, try to understand what went sideways, and then take steps to improve your understanding of that. Keep going until you're atisfied that you really understand. Go over returned class work and try to take advantage of the feedback you've been given. It will help you identify concepts or techniques that need more attention. Do the same with practice questions.

(e) Get help right away. When you're having trouble with something, go for help on the same day if possible, and don't wait longer than the next day that help is available.

   What are tips that might help in preparing for exams in statistics and mathematics?

(a) Achieve in practice. Remember that, in the end, it is necessary to answer questions by yourself without any help. Prepare for that by learning the material and developing your skills. Keep trying. If you're working through practice questions and get one wrong, keep coming back to it and similar questions until you can do them yourself. Reading someone else's solution, or getting help from another person, can give insights and helpful pointers to things that need work, but that's only part of what's needed. Like swimming or cycling, mathematics is something that you do. It is tough to learn how by reading about it or watching someone else. When you have learned the concepts, and accumulated a lot of experience using them through regular practice, you'll have confidence in your abilities. Keep your goals in focus.

(b) Start early. Begin thinking about assignments the day you get them. It takes time to think about the questions and how the different methods you know might apply. Start studying for tests at least four or five days beforehand. This will give you lots of time to fill in any blanks in your understanding.

(c) Always start with things you can do. Look over all of the questions on every assignment or test and pick the low-hanging fruit first. Build on success.

   What are some study tips from a Statistics scholarship winner? Part 1 on lectures.

(a) Pre-reading: I try to go through the pre-readings for the next class a day in advance. I don’t necessarily aim to understand everything, but rather get familiar with the material. I find the lectures to be much easier to follow this way.
(b) Formulas: I always derive the formulas and equations introduced in the class at least once, in a way that I am most comfortable with, which might take a different form than the ones introduced in class. This for the most part saves me from memorizing them and ensures understanding of the material.
(c) Note taking in class: I don’t think it’s enough to just listen in a lecture, no matter how focused I am. A lot of the times, it is not the things on the slides, but rather the professor’s explanations to what’s on the slides that help me understand the material. I write these things down in class, as quite often, these things are not documented in any of the materials provided for the class.

   What are some study tips from a Statistics scholarship winner? Part 2 on exam preparation.

(d) Review notes: before each midterm and final exam, I always read the slides and textbook, and make a set of review notes. This includes key concepts, important derivations, and simple examples. I find myself understanding the material much better after writing the important things down neatly. I put more emphasis on things that I am confused about and refer to this set of notes through my exam prep period.
(e) Questions: while I make my review notes, I write down any questions that I come up with beside the corresponding section of the notes. After the notes are completed, I come back to these questions and see if I can answer them having gone through all of the materials covered.
(f) Exam and homework problems: I always keep all of my returned midterms and homework sets. I think it’s important to look back at the problems I have done after a while. For the questions I got wrong, I analyze what caused the mistakes and make sure I understand the concept so that I can avoid making the same mistakes again. For the questions I got right, they can serve as a good refresher to the concepts that might not have been touched on for a while.

   What are some study tips from a Statistics scholarship winner? Part 3 on prerequisite courses.

(g) Material from prerequisite courses. With regard to material from previous courses, I don't really take any time before the start of a course to review the prerequisite material, but do actively refer to notes/textbooks on those topics throughout the term, especially in the beginning, to help with the current course. Based on my experience there are usually only a few things from a previous course that are heavily used, and by going back to the notes on those topics in the beginning of the term, I usually find it to be quite manageable. Sometimes the same concepts are taught in a different perspective, and I think it's important to build that connection between the different interpretations.

   I've taken a statistics/probability course at another university/college. Can I get UBC transfer credit?

Credit transfers are handled by enrolment services advisors. Any student wishing to transfer credits for UBC STAT or DSCI credits should forward their enrolment services advisor the official course syllabus for the course taken elsewhere. This will then be forwarded to the Transfer Credit team via transfer.credits@ubc.ca. Existing transfer agreements can be found at www.bctransferguide.ca

   My introductory statistics course was intended for science students, and calculus was a prerequisite/corequisite. What is a corresponding course at UBC-V?

Likely Stat 200, assuming a statistical software was used and some topics/vocabulary included: histogram, boxplot, mean, standard deviation, median, scatterplot, correlation, confidence interval, hypothesis testing, P-value, regression.

   My introductory statistics course was intended for arts students, and the prerequisite was high school math. What is a corresponding course at UBC-V?

Likely Stat 203, assuming some topics/vocabulary included: histogram, boxplot, mean, standard deviation, median, scatterplot, correlation, confidence interval, hypothesis testing, P-value, regression.

   My introductory probability course was intended for science students, and multivariable calculus was a prerequisite/corequisite. What is a corresponding course at UBC-V?

Likely Stat/Math 302, assuming some topics/vocabulary included: discrete and continuous probability distributions, conditional probability, binomial coefficient, hypergeometric distribution, negative binomial distribution, gamma function, gamma distribution; expected value, variance and covariance of linear combinations of random variables; probability calculations via double integrals. Also a course objective is that you can solve probability problems such as the probability of different patterns in 5-card poker.

   My introductory course was intended for engineering or computer science students, and covered some probability and some statistics. Calculus was a prerequisite. What is a corresponding course at UBC-V?

Likely STAT 251 (also the previous equivalent STAT 241): this course cover less topics of statistical methods compared with STAT 200 and less on probability theory compared with STAT 302. Some topics/vocabulary in this course are: discrete and continuous probability distributions, conditional probability, expectation, sampling distributions, estimation and testing.

   My previous course was at a university in China and the course title was probability (or probability and math statistics). What is the closest course at UBC-V?

We assume multivariable calculus was a prerequisite. Courses in China typically have between 48 and 54 contact hours in a term, so your course covers more than STAT 302, and includes part of STAT 305 at UBC-V. You can ask for transfer credit for STAT/MATH 302.

   At a university in China, I had a follow-up course with title "Mathematical Statistics". What is the closest course at UBC-V?

In China, the second course in theoretical statistics typically contains the material in STAT 305 at UBC-V. However the practice of applied statistics and the use of statistical software may have been omitted; in this case, consider taking STAT 200 at UBC-V, but ask for STAT 305 credit.

   After going through the above items, I don't think I was assigned the correct transfer credits by UBC Undergraduate Admissions. What can I do?

We are hoping that instructions for appeal will be provided at https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/registration/transfer-credits/post-sec.... Please check this item later for an update.

   I have been granted standard deferred (SD) for a missed final exam in December or April for a STAT or DSCI course (offered by the Department of Statistics). When can I write the deferred exam?

See https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/exams/standing-deferred-supplemental-exams
The Faculty of Science suggests to take the exam in the next available term (if the course is offered) and it is in the same academic year. For example, from SD in term 1 to (deferred in term 2 or summer term) or from SD in term 2 to (deferred in summer term).
If the above is not possible, the deferred exam is to be written in July with scheduling via Enrollment Services.
If July is not possible, then with the agreement of the instructor (see Exceptions: Stat SD exams in the above link), you need to contact Science Advising and submit an SD extension for the exam, explaining the situation. In this case, you can write the deferred exam with the cohort (term 1 or term 2) in the next academic year.
To avoid potential problems, you should reach out to both your original instructor and the instructor of the section for which the SD exam is to be taken (latter if deferred exam is with the next cohort).

   I have been granted standard deferred (SD) for a missed final exam in the summer term for a STAT or DSCI course (offered by the Department of Statistics). When can I write the deferred exam?

See https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/exams/standing-deferred-supplemental-exams
Any student granted SD status for a summer section course will be expected to take their exam with the next cohort in the subsequent winter session.
To avoid potential problems, you should reach out to both your original instructor and the instructor of the section for which the SD exam is to be taken.