Math and statistics - MSc - Course

The course-based Master of Science (MSc) in Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Calgary lets students build on undergraduate training under research-active faculty, specializing in pure mathematics, such as combinatorics, geometry, logic, number theory, cryptography, analysis, and mathematical physics, or in applied mathematics and statistics, such as industrial mathematics, operations research, biomedical and industrial statistics, actuarial science, and environmental risk and big data analysis. Students complete eight courses and two graduate seminars, plus a project resulting in a written report, with topics spanning measure and integration, analysis, algebraic geometry, number theory, scientific modelling, probability, estimation, and hypothesis testing. The program is usually considered a final degree and is normally completed in one to two years full-time, with a maximum of six years. Specializations are available in Mathematics, Biostatistics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, and Mathematical Finance. A supervisor is required but not before the program starts.