Mathematics and Statistics

The Department of Math and Statistics offers the following academic programs:

• BSc Mathematics (72 KB)
• BSc Hons Mathematics (73 KB)
• BSc Combined Mathematics/Computer Science (73 KB)
• BSc Hons Combined Mathematics/Computer Science (73 KB)
• BSc Statistics (72 KB)
• BSc Applied Mathematics/Statistics (72 KB)
• BSc Combined Statistics/Economics (73 KB)
• BSc Actuarial Science (45 KB)

Knowledge

Pure mathematics (e.g., algebra, calculus, geometry, number theory, topology); mathematical applications for assessing and solving “real” problems (e.g., employment trends); statistical methods (e.g., sampling techniques) and data analysis; actuarial mathematics, statistics and risk theories in the design of insurance, pension and other programs; statistical software and computing.

Skills

Analyze the structure of proof; deduce theorems and construct mathematical models; apply quantitative knowledge and reasoning to theoretical and applied sciences (e.g., population biology, computer graphics, internet security); apply statistical methods to survey development and analysis; utilize statistical software; think logically and analytically.

Sample Courses
Math:  Euclidean Geometry, Matrix Theory, Modern Algebra, Linear Optimization, Real Analysis.
Stats:  Sample Theory, Categorical Data Analysis, Advanced Probability, Design and Analysis of Experiments.
ACSC:  Econometric Models and Forecasts, Risk Theory, Introduction to Casualty Insurance and Credibility, Mathematics of Finance, Canadian Pension Plan Review.

Examples of Career Fields and Occupations

• Account Manager
• Actuary
• Applied Mathematician (various fields including: finance, health, marketing, manufacturing, mining, science)
• Biostatistician
• Budget Analyst
• Buyer (e.g., industry, institutions, retail)
• Clinical Data Coordinator
• Computer Scientist
• Contracts Specialist
• Cryptologist
• Curriculum Developer
• Data Analyst
• Economist
• Epidemiology
• Financial Analyst
• Industry Researcher
• Information Technology
• Insurance
• Internet Researcher
• Investment Analyst
• Market Analyst (e.g., advertising, oil, hospitality)
• Materials Management
• Operations Research
• Purchasing Agent (e.g., construction, hospitals, government, schools)
• Pure Research
• Retail Buyer
• Risk Assessment
• Statistician (e.g., law, government, industry)
• Teacher/Professor

For Further information please see the Department of  Mathematics & Statistics