Math
We specialize in using a combination of today’s computational tools and profound theory in leading-edge studies and critical application areas. As a student, you’ll benefit from rigorous, varied, up-to-date coursework and thesis programs that challenge you to do your best work. You will have the opportunity to participate in research early in your studies which will set you up for success whether you decide to continue in academia or move into industry.
Discover what sets Math apart
- We have internationally-respected programs and faculty.
- Math students go on to careers as great problem solvers in business, computing, data and the sciences.
- You’ll learn from celebrated instructors in an active research environment.
Smaller Class Sizes
“In upper level, classes are really small so it’s easier to make friends, and it means there’s more one-on-one with profs because there’s only 20 people in class, sometimes even fewer.”
Ananga Bajgai, Double Major in Applied Mathematics & Computer Science
PROGRAMS
Majors (INCLUDING HONOURS)
Mathematics
- Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics
- Operations Research
MAJOR (HONOURS ONLY)
Mathematics
- Mathematical Physics (with Department of Physics)
JOINT MAJOR (INCLUDING HONOURS)
Mathematics
- Mathematics and Computing Science
MINOR
Mathematics
- Mathematics
DISCOVER YOUR CAREER POSSIBILITIES
A science major opens the door to a wide range of career possibilities, from research and academia to roles in a wide range of industries and specializations. Discover where your studies in Math can take you.
CAREER PATHWAYS
- Biostatistician
- Climatologist
- Computer Scientist
- Data Analytics
- Electrical Engineer
- Epidemiologist
- Financial Market Analyst
- Investment Banking
- Mathematical Physicist
- Operations Research Analyst
- Risk Management
- Software Engineer
CO-OP EMPLOYERS
- Absolute Software Equity
- BC Cancer Research Centre
- BC Ministry of Education
- Blackberry
- Centre for Operations Excellence
- Electronic Arts
- FinancialCAD Corporation
- Genome BC
- IBM
- Insurance Corporation of BC (ICBC)
- Natural Resources Canada
- Optigo Networks Inc
- Realtor. com, SAP Canada
- Statistics Canada
- TRIUMF
- Vancouver Coastal Health