Do you want to understand and solve real-world problems in science, business, and the humanities? Acadia鈥檚 mathematics and statistics degree will give you the tools you need. You will be able to build a strong foundation in all areas of mathematics and statistics. You will be taught to use analytical methods. You will learn how to collect data and interpret it to model the real world. With such skills, you will be able to influence major decisions in sectors that range from politics to green energy.
Coming to Acadia, you'll join a group of roughly 60 to 70 math majors. We'll design a program for you that is tailored to your interests. You may choose courses that help you build toward a specific career (for example, actuarial science, medicine, or teaching). Or you may wish to choose courses that open up additional areas of study.
At Acadia, your math degree goes beyond the classroom. You can take part in mathematical contests, national conferences, and summer research. You can also kick back and enjoy social events hosted by the department鈥檚 student society. Our mathematical modelling and statistical consulting centres support both student and faculty research. You鈥檒l be able to conduct research in such areas as security, energy, health, and natural resources.
Mathematics and statistics are the central tools scientists use to model and solve diverse problems in the real world. Their applications are needed in many areas including the following:
The mathematical sciences are developing rapidly. They provide many career opportunities and challenges, both in traditional fields and in new exciting areas.
The high quality of this program is comparable to those at larger institutions, but our small class sizes ensure you鈥檒l receive personal attention from faculty. In fact, our student evaluations point to the high calibre of teaching. Many of our students do undergraduate research, and our graduating students consistently receive support for further studies. We encourage you to gain specialized experience while you鈥檙e here. You can do this through any of the following:
All these prepare you for interesting careers and graduate studies. The flexibility of the program means that many of our students pursue double majors in areas such as physics, music, French and business. The department also offers a five-year BEd/BSc degree for math teachers and a new stream in actuarial science.
Graduation Requirements
In addition to the program requirements listed below, students must also satisfy the Bachelor of Arts (Major) or Bachelor of Science (Major) requirements outlined in the previous section of this calendar.
Program Requirements
A Major in Mathematics and Statistics is available in both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science degree. Regardless of which route a student chooses, a minimum of 48 credit hours (48h) must be completed in the Major program as follows:
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
1. The Mathematics and Statistics Core (33h).
2. 15h MATH at the 3000/4000-level approved by the department.
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January 2025
Faculty of Pure and Applied Science
12 University Avenue,
WOLFVILLE,
Nova Scotia (NS),
B4P 2R6, Canada
Admission from High School
When planning their secondary school programs, students should note that a number of courses taken in the first university year have secondary school prerequisites. Generally, students continuing university work in subjects available in secondary school are advised to have senior year secondary school standing in those subjects.
Only academic (university preparatory) high school courses are acceptable for admission. The University reserves the right to exclude inappropriate courses from among those presented.
All students must present a penultimate (NS Grade 11 or equivalent) high school year course in mathematics
Required courses:
Admission from the International Baccalaureate Program
Students will be considered for admission using the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 24. Students admitted to Acadia University with a score of 30 or higher on the IB Diploma will receive 30 credit hours (30h) of university credit.
Students who have completed IB courses but do not possess the diploma will be considered based on their coursework. Acadia gives individual credit for IB courses completed at the higher level with grades of 5, 6, or 7.
Additional Grade 12 courses necessary for specific programs
English Language Proficiency
TOEFL score is 80 (PBT 550) with a minimum score of 90 (PBT 580) with no subtest score below 20. Overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no subtest score below 6.0), a CAEL score of 70 (with no subtest score below 60), a PTE Academic score of 61 (no subtest score below 60), Cambridge English: Advanced with a total of 176 (no subtest score below 169), and MELAB with an overall score of 80.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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