Program Overview
The MSc in Mathematics at the University of Lethbridge is a two-year full-time or four-year part-time program designed to provide students with a deep understanding of mathematics and research skills. The program includes required courses in algebra, analysis, and a third graduate-level course, as well as a thesis involving original research. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, research, or industry in fields such as cryptography, statistics, computer science, and finance.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MSc in Mathematics program at the University of Lethbridge is a two-year, full-time or four-year, part-time degree that consists of at least three graduate-level courses and a thesis. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in academia, research, or industry.
Objectives:
- To develop a deep understanding of a specialized area of mathematics
- To acquire the research skills necessary to conduct original research
- To learn effective communication and presentation skills
- To prepare students for careers in academia, research, or industry
Outline:
Required Courses:
- Algebra (Math 5405)
- Analysis (Math 5505)
- A third graduate-level course Additional undergraduate courses may be required if students do not have sufficient background preparation. The third graduate-level course can be chosen from a wide range of topics in mathematics, including algebra, analysis, combinatorics, logic, number theory, and statistics.
Thesis:
The thesis is the most significant component of the degree and usually involves original research. Students are expected to select a potential supervisor and develop a research plan before admission to the program. Faculty research interests will be a critical factor in this decision.
Assessment:
Students are assessed on their coursework, research, and thesis. Coursework is assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, papers, and presentations. Research is assessed through regular meetings with the supervisor and through the submission of a thesis proposal and thesis. The thesis is assessed by a committee of faculty members.
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are active in research. The teaching methods vary depending on the course, but they typically include lectures, seminars, and individual supervision. The department also offers a number of research-related activities, including the Colloquium Lecture Series, Number Theory and Combinatorics Seminars, and Optimization Research Group Seminars.
Careers:
Graduates of the MSc in Mathematics program have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields, including academia, research, and industry. Here are just a few of the options open to graduates:
- Researcher
- Cryptologist
- Statistician
- Actuary
- Economist
- Investment Banker
- Computer Scientist
- Systems Analyst
- Software Developer
- Physicist
- Geologist
- Meteorologist
- Astronomer
- Ecologist
- Epidemiologist
- Biomathematician
- Biostatistician
- Operations Research Analyst
- Sales Manager
