Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Mathematics (MMath) in Data Science is an interdisciplinary research-based thesis program that integrates knowledge from computer science, statistics, and optimization to develop expertise in the field of data science. This program is offered through the Faculty of Mathematics and is supported by the Cheriton School of Computer Science, the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science, the Department of Combinatorics and Optimization, and the Department of Applied Mathematics.

Program Highlights

• Learn from internationally acclaimed researchers.
• Access research-intensive lab spaces.
• Opportunities to publish your work and present at top conferences.
• Own your work, as Waterloo's intellectual property (IP) policy means that everything you create is yours to keep.

Program Details

• Department/School: Data Science
• Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics
• Admit term(s): Fall (September - December)
• Delivery mode: On-campus
• Program type: Master's, Research
• Length of program: 24 months (full-time)
• Registration option(s): Full-time, Part-time
• Study option(s): Thesis

Application Deadlines

• December 15 (for admission in September of the following year)

Admission Requirements

• A four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, with a minimum overall average of 78%.
• Experience at the senior level in at least one of computer science or statistics.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.
• Check out Waterloo's institutional thesis repository to see recent submissions from the Department of Data Science graduate students.

Application Materials

• Resume
• Statement of interest: A statement of maximum 500 words explaining your interest in and fit for the program you’re applying to.
• Program-specific questions (PSQ): These are questions specific to the program you’re applying to.
• Transcript(s)
• References: Three references are required; at least two academic.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable: TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

Tuition and Fees

• Visit the graduate program tuition page to determine the tuition and incidental fees per term for your program.
• Review living costs and housing.
• Review the funding graduate school resources for graduate students.