University of Waterloo offers PhD in Applied Mathematics (Water), a doctorate in Mathematics programme in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,396 per semester.
Also offered as: Master's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Mathematics
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,396 / semester
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Applied Mathematics (Water) at the University of Waterloo leads to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) awarded through the Department of Applied Mathematics, combined with the collaborative Water specialization. The program combines graduate coursework with original research, allowing students to apply mathematics-based research to global water challenges, and includes two interdisciplinary water courses covering theoretical and practical components through lectures, fieldwork, and seminars. Admission normally requires successful completion of a master's thesis in a mathematics-related discipline, together with a minimum overall average of 78% or its equivalent. The program is delivered on campus and runs full-time over 48 months, with admission available for the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms. Graduates are prepared for research-focused careers in academia, government, and industry, applying mathematical methods to water-related problems.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:78.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission requires successful completion of a master's thesis in a mathematics-related discipline, with a minimum overall average of 78% or its equivalent. Applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English must meet Waterloo's English language proficiency requirement (TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall, with 5 in writing and speaking, or IELTS Academic 7.0 overall, with 6.5 in writing and speaking).
