Program Details

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Program Outline

To complete the Bachelor of Arts with a Mathematical Science major, you will complete 40 courses.

The official program outline can be found in the Undergraduate Course Calendar.

View the lists of Mathematics courses and Statistics courses offered by the department.

Speaking to an Academic Advisor is the best way to ensure you complete the requirements for your degree.


First Year (10 courses)

Semester 1

  • MATH*1160: Linear Algebra I
  • MATH*1200: Calculus I
  • 3 courses from College of Arts or the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences

Semester 2

  • MATH*1210: Calculus II
  • STAT*2040: Statistics I
  • 3 electives
    • PHIL*2110: Elementary Symbolic Logic (recommended)

Required Courses (6 courses)

The following courses are required

  • MATH*2200: Advanced Calculus I
  • MATH*2130: Numerical Methods
  • STAT*2050: Statistics II
  • STAT*3100: Introductory Mathematical Statistics
  • MATH*4440: Case Studies in Math and Stats
  • CIS*1500: Introduction to Programming

Stream (11 courses)

  • Mathematics Stream
    • Linear Algebra, Advanced Calculus, Differential Equations, Real Analysis, and other higher level Mathematics and Statistics courses that suit your interest!
  • Statistics Stream
    • Mathematical Statistics, Regression Analysis, and other higher level Mathematics and Statistics courses that suit your interest!

Area of Emphasis (5 courses)

Areas of Emphasis allow you to incorporate studies in another field into your Mathematical Science major!

We have a number of set Areas of Emphasis to choose from, but you may also consider designing an Individualized Area of Emphasis in consultation with an Academic Advisor!


Electives (8 courses)

This is your chance to take subjects in any field and diversify your interests.

Note: You will have to ensure that the minimum Humanities and Social Science requirements are met.