Mathematics (MA)
In this program, you’ll pursue mathematics research in the broad areas of applied, discrete, or pure math, combined with social science or education topics. Your education will be supplemented by coursework and regular seminars.
The outcome of your studies will be either a thesis that will advance the field of mathematics, or a non-thesis-based project that illustrates the use of mathematics in social science or education. You’ll defend this work in an oral examination that will prove your mastery of your topic.
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| 2 years | Yes | No |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Master's
- Study options:
- Full-time study
- Program delivery:
- On-campus
- Dynamic learning:
- Co-op optional
Outcomes
Graduates with an MA in Mathematics will be able to:
- apply to enrol for doctoral studies in mathematics
- meet the universal need for graduates with analytical and problem-solving skills
- apply problem-solving skills in a variety of settings, particularly social sciences and education
- teach math in secondary schools and some post-secondary colleges
- apply mathematical knowledge to research in social sciences
Find a supervisor
All graduate students in this program must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:
- you must list a potential supervisor on your application
- this faculty member must agree to be your supervisor and recommend your admission
To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.
All graduate students have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. You do not need to find your own supervisor, but will be allocated one when you are accepted into the program.
It may improve your chances of being accepted to contact potential supervisors in advance to introduce yourself, explain your interests and determine whether they will be accepting new students in the near future.
To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you have found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.
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Your program details
Application deadlines
September entry – May 31
January entry – September 30
If you are seeking funding, you must submit your application earlier:
September entry – January 31
January entry – May 31
September entry – May 31
January entry – September 30
If you are seeking funding, you must submit your application earlier:
September entry – January 31
January entry – May 31
Admission requirements
Program specific requirements
You must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in mathematics or statistics.
As part of your application, you must submit:
- a personal statement
- a current résumé
- two reference names and their email addresses
- post-secondary transcripts
You may submit other supporting material, such as certificates or academic papers.
When you apply, make sure you indicate whether you are interested in pure, discrete or applied mathematics.
Program specific requirements
You must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in mathematics or statistics.
As part of your application, you must submit:
- a personal statement
- a current résumé
- two reference names and their email addresses
- post-secondary transcripts
We strongly encourage you to submit your scores in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and its Mathematics Subject Test.
You may submit other supporting material, such as certificates or academic papers.
When you apply, make sure you indicate whether you are interested in pure, discrete or applied mathematics.
Completion requirements
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
Funding & aid
Tuition & fees
Estimated minimum program cost*
* Based on an average program length. For a per term fee breakdown view the tuition fee estimator.
Estimated values determined by the tuition fee estimator shall not be binding to the University of Victoria.
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Need help?
Contact Madeline Smith at gradsecms@uvic.ca or 250-721-7468.