Computational Mathematics (Co-op) - Master of Mathematics (MMath) at University of Waterloo

Programme overview

Address challenging real-world computational problems with the Master of Mathematics in Computational Mathematics program. An interdisciplinary field of study, it combines and unifies techniques from mathematics, statistics, and computer science to solve real-world problems that require quantitative modelling and high-end computing. This intensive, twelve-month research-based program is best suited to you if have a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or any program with a strong mathematical component (including economics, engineering, the physical sciences).

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics | Department: Computational Mathematics | Duration: 20 months (full-time) | Study mode: co-op | Intake: Fall (September – December); application deadlines: January 15 (for admission in September) | Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Study option(s): Master's Research Paper, Coursework.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An overall 78% average or its equivalent for undergraduate work. A 4-year honours bachelor's degree or its equivalent with specialization in some area of the mathematical, statistical and computer sciences. Note: graduates of other quantitative and mathematically oriented programs are also encouraged to apply; this includes, but is not restricted to, graduates of commerce, economics, engineering, finance, and any of the physical sciences. The department graduate committee will determine the suitability of each student's background for success in this program.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Terms run fall (September to December), winter (January to April) and spring (May to August). Programmes are currently accepting applications for fall 2027; intake terms vary by programme.

Graduate applications are made online through the Graduate Studies Application and the non-refundable application fee is $150 CAD per program, paid in the applicant portal. Deadlines are set by each programme (for example MDSAI part-time: fall January 15, winter July 1). Apply two to four weeks ahead of the programme deadline.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.apply.uwaterloo.ca/apply/

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