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Mathematics
Master of Science (MSc)
Program Websites
Program Contact
Adriana Dimova (adimova2@uwo.ca)Graduate Assistant/Program Administrator
Department of Mathematics
Western UniversityMiddlesex College Rm 255 London, Ontario N6A 5B7
t. 519-661-2098
f. 519-661-3610
The Mathematical and Computational Sciences at Western are represented by four separate departments: Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistical & Actuarial Sciences. The Department of Mathematics has established research groups in several areas of contemporary mathematics including algebra, analysis and analytic geometry, homotopy theory, and noncommutative geometry.
Program Length
- 3 Terms (Course-based)
- 6 Terms (Thesis-based)
Program Design
- Full-time study
- Course-based or thesis-based
Funding Information
Applicants are encouraged to apply for the following scholarships (if eligible):
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fee schedules (per term) are posted on the Office of the Registrar's website at http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/fee_schedules.html
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Admission Requirements
- Honors Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree in Pure Mathematics with a minimum B average
English Language Proficiency
Applicants whose first language is not English must furnish evidence of their proficiency in the use of the English language:
- The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum acceptable score is 213 for the standard electronic version; or 550 for the paper and pencil version; 86 (with no individual score below 20) for internet based. [Western's TOEFL ID is 0984].
- The International English Language Testing Service (IELTS Academic). Minimum acceptable score is 6.5 out of 9.
- The Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL Assessment). Minimum acceptable score is 60.
Application Deadline
- February 1 - Fall Term
- February 1 - Spring Term
- October 1 - Winter Term
Please note that we look at applications all year round. The bulk of the applications are considered around the above deadlines; however, if a deadline has not been met and there are still spaces available, we will still consider the application, provided there is reasonable time for approved applicants to make travel plans and obtain student visas, etc.
Acceptance notifications can take place at any time but the bulk of the admissions are normally for the Fall term and most notifications will be sent out between mid-February and the end of March.
Fields of Research
- Applied Mathematics