Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Mathematics in Pure Mathematics program is designed for individuals fascinated by mathematics as both an art and a science. This program allows students to explore the boundary of mathematics and pure reason, with a focus on research areas such as algebra, analysis, geometry and topology, and number theory.

Research Fields

• Algebra and Logic
• Analysis
• Geometry and Topology
• Number Theory

Program Details

Department/School: Pure Mathematics Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April) Delivery mode: On-campus Program type: Master's, Research Length of program: 12 months (full-time) Registration option(s): Full-time Study option(s): Master's Research Paper

Application Deadlines

• January 1 (for admission in September)
• January 1 (for admission in January of the following year)

Admission Requirements

• An honours bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in mathematics with at least a 78% standing.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements on the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.
• Check out the institutional thesis repository to see recent submissions from the Department of Pure Mathematics graduate students.

Application Materials

• 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.

Career Opportunities

At the end of the program, students will be prepared to pursue further research at the PhD level for a career in the computer industry, teaching at the high school or college level, or in business, particularly finance. The program's focus on pure mathematics provides a strong foundation for a variety of career paths, with applications in fields such as finance and cryptography.