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MA/MS in Combinatorics and Optimization

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #113 =

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MA/MS in Combinatorics and Optimization is a master's degree in Horticulture and Crop Science programme offered by University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 24 months, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,696 per semester.

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Horticulture and Crop Science
Duration: 24 months
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,696 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Mathematics in Combinatorics and Optimization at the University of Waterloo is a research-focused graduate program covering discrete structures and algorithms and their applications to real-world problems. The program spans six research areas: algebraic combinatorics, combinatorial and discrete optimization, continuous optimization, cryptography, graph theory, and quantum computing. Students combine thesis research with a range of graduate courses spanning the discipline. The degree is delivered on the Waterloo campus and is designed to be completed in 24 months of full-time study, with admission available in the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms. It prepares graduates for further doctoral research or for careers across finance and banking, national defence and government services, insurance, and software and hardware industries, building on the department's standing as a combinatorics and optimization research group.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 78.00 / %
Admission Requirements: A four-year honours bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in mathematics or a closely related field, with a 78% overall average or its equivalent, is required; the GRE subject test in mathematics is recommended, though not required, for applicants educated outside Canada. Applicants whose prior education was not in English must meet Waterloo's graduate English proficiency requirement, typically demonstrated with TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (5 in writing and speaking) or IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (6.5 in writing and speaking).

Application Details

Start Date: September, January and May

About University of Waterloo

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1957
Students: 41,000
QS rank: #113 =
Programs: 297
Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Combinatorics and Optimization award?

University of Waterloo awards a Master's Degree in the field of Horticulture and Crop Science on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Combinatorics and Optimization take?

The programme runs for 24 months.

How much does MA/MS in Combinatorics and Optimization cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 7,696 per semester.

Can MA/MS in Combinatorics and Optimization be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Waterloo.

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