Statistical Software Packages

The Statistical Support Network (SSN, formerly Statistical Consulting Unit, SCU) does not supply statistical software or solve technical problems with installation, loading add-ins etc. Please contact ANU ITS if you are an ANU staff member or student who wishes to acquire statistical software by emailing servicedesk@anu.edu.au. For more information, see the ITS Software & Systems website.

The SSN supports and recommends statistical software packages including R, SPSS, Stata, SAS and Genstat.  You can contact SSN for advice on the choice of statistical software or your particular use. Researchers are encouraged to use the statistical package commonly used in their work area to facilitate peer support. Availability of the statistical software packages listed above is as follows:

  • R - Available for Windows and Mac through the ANU site license. Freeware, may be installed on any computer without licensing. The interface-driven RStudio is also freely available.
  • Stata - Available for Windows, Mac and Linux devices through the ANU site license.
  • GenStat - Available for Windows. To obtain GenStat for your computer, contact the ANU IT Help Desk. You may be required to supply supervisor permission.
  • SPSS - Available for Windows and Mac. Licences for staff and students may be ordered through the ANU IT Service Desk: https://servicedesk.anu.edu.au/selfservice/.
  • SAS - Available for Windows and Mac through the ANU site license.