Course Accreditation for Universities and Course Providers
RSS Accreditation and Quality Mark
The RSS works in partnership with universities and training providers to ensure high-quality statistical education that meets the needs of students, employers and the wider profession.
Our Accreditation Scheme and Quality Mark recognise programmes and modules that deliver the knowledge, skills and professional standards expected of modern statisticians and data professionals.
Our accreditation offer
We provide two complementary forms of recognition:
Programme Accreditation
Accreditation for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees where statistics and data is a central component.
RSS Quality Mark
Accreditation for individual degree course modules and short courses in statistics and data science.
- Flexible recognition for standalone or embedded modules
- Applicable across universities, CPD providers and training organisations
- Supports progression towards professional recognition
Why partner with the RSS?
Accreditation helps your institution to:
- Demonstrate excellence in statistical education
- Enhance student recruitment and employability messaging
- Provide a clear professional pathway to RSS membership and qualifications
- Strengthen links with employers and the statistical profession
- Gain recognition through RSS branding and listing
For students, it provides assurance that their learning meets recognised professional standards.
Who can apply?
We welcome applications from:
- Universities offering statistics and data science degrees
- Providers of interdisciplinary programmes with substantial statistics content
- Organisations delivering short courses, CPD or modular training
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