Mathematics and Statistics

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics at McMaster University is a robust academic unit boasting 42 regular faculty, 18 postdoctoral fellows, and over 100 graduate students. With research strengths spanning Algebra & Number Theory, Analysis, Applied Mathematics, and more, it attracts leading mathematicians worldwide to its weekly Colloquium. Renowned for its student-centered teaching approach, the department offers broad-based interdisciplinary courses, flexible program structures, and numerous opportunities for undergraduate research and involvement in active societies. Graduates can pursue various programs, including M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Mathematics and Statistics, alongside specialized tracks such as the Master in Financial Mathematics (M-Phimac).