• Statistics Community of Practice

    University of Reading
Welcome to the Statistics Community of Practice (SCoP)

The Statistics Community of Practice exists to support researchers across the University who use – or would like to use – statistical methods in their work. Whether you're just getting started with quantitative analysis or are an experienced statistician, SCoP provides a welcoming forum for discussion, peer support, and collaboration.

With a core group of representatives from Schools and Functions across the University, we are an open, interdisciplinary community dedicated to fostering high-quality quantitative research. Our goal is to promote robust, reproducible methods, with a strong emphasis on transparency and open research practices.

SCoP also serves as an information hub, bringing together resources, training opportunities, and guidance to help researchers at all levels build confidence and expertise in statistical analysis.

This initiative is funded by the University as part of its Open Research Action Plan.