Dr. Steven Gilmour

Professor

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Biography

Steven Gilmour graduated with a BSc in Statistics from Heriot-Watt University in 1987 and obtained a PhD in Applied Statistics from the University of Reading in 1991. He worked as a Lecturer in Applied Statistics at the University of Reading from 1990 to 1999 and subsequently served as a Reader in Statistics at Queen Mary University of London until 2004. He became a Professor of Statistics at Queen Mary, University of London, from 2004 to 2010, and then held the same position at the University of Southampton until 2016. Since 2016, he has been a Professor of Statistics in the Department of Mathematics at King’s College London. His research primarily focuses on statistical theory, methodology, and the design and analysis of experiments, with applications across various fields including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biochemistry, and agrochemicals. He has contributed significantly to the development of multi-stratum designs and multi-objective optimal design for complex experimental structures, and he actively supports interdisciplinary research initiatives within the academic community.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Statistics

2016-01-01 — Present

King's College London • London, ENG, UK

Leading the Department of Mathematics and conducting research in statistics.

Professor of Statistics

2010-01-01 — 2016-01-01

University of Southampton • Southampton, ENG, UK

Responsible for research in statistical applications and teaching.

Professor of Statistics

2004-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Queen Mary University of London • London, ENG, UK

Engaged in high-level research and mentorship in statistics.

Reader in Statistics

2000-01-01 — 2004-01-01

Queen Mary University of London • London, ENG, UK

Developed innovative statistical theories and methods.

Lecturer in Applied Statistics

1990-01-01 — 1999-01-01

University of Reading • Reading, ENG, UK

Lectured and conducted applied research in statistics.

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.