Mathematics

Get a degree that counts

If you love numbers, symbols, and equations, we talk your language. At Waterloo — the world's largest centre for education in mathematics and computer science — we offer more than 500 different math courses.

After first year, you'll focus on one of the majors listed below. Depending on which one you choose, you can gain two years of paid work experience through Waterloo's co-op program, the largest of its kind in North America, or fast track your degree by choosing the regular system of study.

When you graduate, you’ll have all kinds of career options. Mathematics is the foundation of many fields of study, such as commerce, computing, engineering, and science — and essential for asking many fundamental questions about how our world works.

Program highlights

• Get international experience. Round out your résumé and broaden your cultural perspective with a term abroad. Earn credits at universities in 18 different countries, or spend a co-op work term with a company overseas.
• Social and academic support. The student-run Mathematics Society organizes student/prof mixers, beach outings, and pie-filled Pi Day celebrations on March 14 (get it? 3/14?).

• Available as a regular or a co-op program
• Available as a major and minor
• Graduate with a Bachelor of Mathematics
• Offered by the Faculty of Mathematics

Majors

Choose one of 14 majors at the end of first year. 

"The best thing about the program is the overwhelming support for students from teaching assistants and professors. Being in an environment that promotes hard work and learning inspires me to pursue my career goals!"Natalia, Honours Mathematics student