Master of Science [M.Sc] (Mathematics and Statistics)

  • Country Canada
  • Course Duration 2 Years
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Courses Campus On Campus
  • Language Specification English
  • Program Level Post-Graduate
  • Education Required Graduate
  • Admission intake January/ May/ September
  • Minimum GPA 4.5

Application Charges

Application Fee Tution Fee
INR 8,551 INR 754,281

Program Description

  • Master of Science in Mathematics and Statistics at York University is offered as a 2-year (6 terms) program.
  • It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
  • York offers an MA, an MSc, and a Ph.D. in Mathematics and Statistics.
  • In addition, the university also provides a part-time MA program in Mathematics for Teachers, open to teachers interested in upgrading their mathematical skills and experience.
  • The programs are dedicated to the exploration and development of new ideas in mathematics and statistics, and to fostering an understanding, appreciation, and utility of those ideas.
  • Students have to complete additional elective courses, as well as a survey paper and courses or a thesis.
  • The degree has been designed as a two-year program, with students taking a set of core courses as well as participating in a practicum. 
  • In the practicum, students will model physical problems that involve interpretations of experimental data, the mathematical formulation of problems, analyses of these mathematical problems, and interpretations of the results.
  • Students get the opportunity to apply for a graduate diploma in Financial Engineering ((joint with Schulich School of Business).
  • The vision of the department is to continue to build on the strength in research and expand connections with the graduate and undergraduate programs.
  • The department has a number of research groups with interests in the theoretical underpinnings of mathematics and statistics. 
  • The average salary goes up to 58,000 USD.

Other Requirements

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:
  • Students must have an undergraduate degree in mathematics or a related field from a recognized university.
  • A GPA of at least 3.0 (B grade) out of 4.33 in the last two years of study is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
  • Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Or, completed a 3-year UG degree from an accredited institution.
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 300+ score for a better chance of admission. Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Extra Notes

Required Document List

Following Documents are required to attend this program:
  • Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.
  • CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Statement of Purpose: An essay or other written statement written by the student.
  • Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
  • Two letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and references should submit along with the application system.
  • Sample of written work: Student has to write something interesting as their sample essay in the application form.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.