As North America's only dedicated Faculty of Math, we are nationally and internationally recognized as one of the top schools for Mathematics and Computer Science.
With nearly $30 million in research funding (2024/25) and an alumni network of over 45,000 across more than 100 countries, our students, faculty, and graduates continue to push the boundaries of research to discover new ways to harness the power of mathematics, computer science, and statistics.
News
Global Futures: Coding a greener internet
Researchers developed a process to reduce the amount of energy needed to run data centres
Global Futures: AI and drug development
An interdisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Waterloo are using machine learning to dramatically increase the speed of drug development.
Waterloo scientists solve quantum "no cloning" problem
A team of researchers at the University of Waterloo have made a breakthrough in quantum computing that elegantly bypasses the fundamental “no cloning” problem.
Events
Key Clues Challenge
Put your code cracking skills to the test with Key Clues! This Faculty-wide puzzle-solving competition is organized and run by volunteers from the Faculty of Mathematics.
38th Annual Undergrad Awards and Scholarship Reception
The Faculty of Math is excited to host the 38th Annual Undergraduate Awards Celebration. This is a special event to recognize and celebrate the achievements of our talented undergraduate students.
This event is by invite only.
Queer Film Series: Kinky Boots (2005)
Join the Faculty of Mathematics for an evening of film and conversation exploring 2SLGBTQIA+ themes. In January, we will be screening Kinky Boots. All are welcome!