Mathematics is the foundation of most modern quantitative and qualitative studies. It has many faces, from practical uses of its statistical tools to theoretical studies of abstract relationships.
Mathematics, said to be the Queen of Sciences, has been around since humans first began using numbers. The permanence and universality of mathematics throughout the ages is a consequence of its very nature.

At Mount Allison, the Mathematics program aims to provide an appreciation of the historical, theoretical, and applied nature of mathematics.
All courses in the curriculum offer a blend of theory and practical applications. The program includes lectures supplemented by weekly labs where you can gain hands-on experience.

Introductory courses* may introduce students to the applications to which calculus may be applied or the practical uses of statistics.

Upper-year courses deal with topics ranging from geometry to game theory.

You will be introduced to mathematical concepts such as:

the practical uses of statistical tools
theoretical studies of abstract relationships
the applications of calculus
the use of number theory in modern cryptography
Many of the courses offered include a substantial computational component and students are encouraged to use the mathematical software tools available.

You are also encouraged to conduct independent summer research projects or to contribute to faculty research projects as a research assistant.

*A Math Assessment Test may be used for a variety of courses to determine your present mathematics ability.

Whether you're entering the job market or continuing your education, your Mount Allison degree will stand out.
Mount Allison has been recognized by Maclean's as the top primarily undergraduate university in Canada more times than any other university.

With experiential learning and career development opportunities available in every degree, you'll also graduate with hands-on learning and on-the-job experience.

Our graduates also boast extraordinarily high acceptance rates to top graduate programs and professional schools such as law and medicine.

Popular career paths for Mathematics graduates include:

market research/data analyst
quality assurance analyst
inventory strategist
actuary/accountant
budget analyst
business solutions specialist
risk management analyst
statistician/statistical analyst
efficiency expert
insurance broker
appraiser
astronaut