Applied Mathematics (Water) - Master of Math (MMath)

Mathematics 3 Building

Mathematics 3 (M3) building on Waterloo's main campus

Deepen your knowledge and undertake mathematics-based research in a multidisciplinary environment while discovering innovative ways to tackle global water challenges with the Master of Applied Mathematics Collaborative Water program.

At North America’s only dedicated Faculty of Mathematics and the #1 school in Canada for mathematics and computer science, you’ll connect theoretical advances and innovative mathematics to develop novel solutions to the pressing problems facing today’s world.  

Through a combination of coursework and research projects, you’ll learn cutting-edge applications of mathematical theory in a broad range of fundamental and applied sciences. Along with developing expertise in your area of research, two interdisciplinary water courses will capture both theoretical and practical components. This includes in-class lectures, fieldwork, interdisciplinary group work, and individual research seminars.

With the competitive edge provided by mentorship through the Faculty’s connections around the world, you’ll be prepared to pursue further research at the PhD level or to pursue a career in academia, government or industry.

Learn more about the Collaborative Water Program →

Program overview

Department/School: Applied Mathematics
Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics
Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), Spring (May - August)
Delivery mode: On-campus
Program type: Collaborative, Doctoral, Research
Length of program: 24 months (full-time)
Registration option(s): Full-time, Part-time
Study option(s): Thesis

Application deadlines

  • January 15 (for admission in September)
  • June 1 (for admission in January of the following year)
  • October 1 (for admission in May of the following year)

Key contacts

amgrad@uwaterloo.ca

Supervisors

Admission requirements

  • An overall 78% average or its equivalent for undergraduate work
  • A four-year Honours Bachelor degree with a specialization in Mathematics, or in Science or Engineering with a strong concentration in mathematics.
  • Students who have a strong academic record but who have some gaps in their Applied Mathematics background may be admitted subject to the requirement that they complete a selection of fourth year undergraduate courses as part of their graduate program.

Degree requirements

Application materials

  • Resume

  • Statement of interest
    • A statement of maximum 500 words explaining your interest in and fit for the program you’re applying to, uploaded as a supporting document in the online application. Review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion.
  • Program-specific questions (PSQ)
    • These are questions specific to the program you’re applying to. They can be viewed once you’ve started an application and are completed through a form in the online application.

  • Transcript(s)

  • References
    • Three references are required, normally from academic sources.
  • Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
    • TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

Tuition and fees