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The good news is that no matter what you’re interested in pursuing or where you are in the process of deciding, we are here to help.

Do what you love

“When you tell us you’re good at math, we tell you that you’ve come to the right place,” Meghan says. “Often we ask, ‘What is it about math you love? Is it patterns? Numbers? Are you trying to solve problems as efficiently as possible?’”

No matter which major you choose, it’s about more than being good at math. It’s also critical that you genuinely enjoy it.

“Without a doubt, students have to be passionate about math for any program at ��ݮ��Ƶ,” she says. “Our programs are challenging, but our students have built a strong community of people who are excited about math and computing.”

“There are so many ways you can apply the skills we’re teaching students,” Meghan says. “We’re preparing you to use mathematics to lead advances in a wide variety of sectors, whether that be in medicine, financial technologies, online security and privacy, data science/mining, and the list goes on.”

So how will you decide on the right program for you? The best way to decide on a math major is to visit the campus. There are several event days where you can talk to professors and participate in a mock lecture, and daily tours with current ��ݮ��Ƶ students who can share their experiences and answer your questions.

Career prospects

Often, students and their families are unclear about what to expect after university. Meghan says the vast choice in math programs and specializations at ��ݮ��Ƶ, combined with world-renowned co-op opportunities, are setting graduates up for success. The career possibilities are virtually endless, with employers prepared to pay very well for the skills you’ll bring to the table.

“People say to me, ‘I love math. I’m good at it. But what am I going to do with a mathematics degree?’” Meghan says. “Some of our programs, like Math/Chartered Professional Accountancy, have a more defined career outcome. But our job is to help students and parents see the power of a mathematics degree. We try to clarify the path for them by providing examples of what our co-op students and grads are doing.”

Narrowing down the field: What are my options?

There are 14 programs in ��ݮ��Ƶ's Faculty of Mathematics��all focused on setting you up to achieve your career goals.