Overview

The Mathematics program allows students to acquire a basic math background and to develop their analytical skills by exploring various branches of mathematics and computer science. Students can adapt the program to their particular aptitudes and career goals, studying one or more branches of the discipline.

• Three-year program leads to a Bachelor of Science or Arts in Mathematics, with concentration in Mathematics alone or in combination with Computer Science or another subject

• Four-year program lead to an Honours Bachelor of Arts or Science in Mathematics

• Computer science component is a valuable addition to the study of mathematics at Laurentian

• Programs develop rigour and the ability to apply analytical reasoning to real-life problems

• Also available: Certificate in Computing

First-year course overview

MATH 1036 – Calculus I*

MATH 1037 – Calculus II

MATH 1056 – Discrete Mathematics I

MATH 1057 – Linear Algebra

COSC 2836 – Computer Software for the Sciences**

CHMI 1006 – Chemistry I + lab***

PHYS 1006 – Introductory Physics I + lab

PHYS 1007 – Introductory Physics II + lab

+ electives (6 cr) in humanities or social sciences

* Students with a grade of 60% or less in Grade 12 U-level calculus or the equivalent must take MATH 1912 – Elementary Calculus prior to MATH 1036 – Calculus I

** May be taken in second year

*** Students without Grade 12 U-level chemistry or the equivalent must take CHMI 1041 – Chemical Concepts prior to CHMI 1006 – Chemistry I

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements based on Grade 12 4U/M courses:

• 1 English or 1 Français (depending on language of study)

• 1 advanced functions

• 1 math (calculus, vectors advised)

• 1 science

• 2 other courses

• Minimum average of 70%

Employment Prospects

Statistician, accountant, meteorologist, economist, computer analyst, data analyst, office automator, investment fund manager, researcher, actuary, computer science, graduate studies, teaching…

Credit Transfer

Credit transfer opportunities are available from other recognized postsecondary institutions and are typically evaluated on an individual basis. Some fast-tracking opportunities also exist.