MA/MS in Biostatistics is a master's degree in Applied Mathematics & Statistics programme offered by University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 16 months, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,696 per semester.
Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Duration: 16 months
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,696 / semester
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Mathematics in Biostatistics at the University of Waterloo is a graduate program in the Faculty of Mathematics, delivered on the Waterloo campus full-time over 16 months. The curriculum focuses on developing and applying statistical methods to problems in health, biology, and the environment, combining coursework in biostatistics and statistical theory with applied research or project work under faculty supervision. Admission is intended for holders of a four-year honours bachelor's degree with a significant statistics or actuarial science component. The program admits students for the Fall term only. It suits students aiming at careers as biostatisticians in health research, pharmaceutical or clinical-trial settings, public health agencies, or government, or as a pathway toward further graduate study in statistics.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:78.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission requires a four-year honours bachelor's degree with a significant statistics or actuarial science component, and an overall average of at least 78% from a Canadian university or its equivalent. Applicants whose English proficiency must be demonstrated need TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall with a minimum of 5 in writing and speaking, or IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and speaking. The program admits for the Fall term only.
