Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Mathematics and Statistics (Thesis) is a research-intensive program offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the Faculty of Science. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in critical thinking, literature synthesis, and the presentation of complex ideas to either continue their studies or pursue professional opportunities.

Program Description

The program emphasizes thorough and engaging learning opportunities, with a focus on research and educational purposes. Students benefit from a Statistical Consulting Service, which provides statistical advice, and have access to a computer network for research and educational purposes.

Unique Program Features

• Students admitted to the program receive funding.
• The Department offers a computer network available for research and educational purposes.
• Students benefit from a Statistical Consulting Service, which provides statistical advice.
• Department Faculty members are leading researchers in various areas, including:
  • Algebra
  • Algebraic Geometry
  • Analysis
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Category Theory
  • Combinatorics
  • Differential Geometry
  • Differential Equations
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Mathematical Physics
  • Number Theory
  • Probability
  • Statistics

Admission Requirements

• An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
• English-language proficiency

Available Intakes

• Fall
• Winter

Application Deadlines

Research Areas

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has leading researchers in various areas, including:

• Algebra
• Algebraic Geometry
• Analysis
• Applied Mathematics
• Category Theory
• Combinatorics
• Differential Geometry
• Differential Equations
• Discrete Mathematics
• Mathematical Physics
• Number Theory
• Probability
• Statistics