University of Ontario Institute of Technology

Course Details

Bachelor of Science & Business / Bachelor of Laws

Course Description

Students in the Applied and Industrial Mathematics program will learn concepts, principles, qualitative and quantitative methods, as well as innovative problem solving skills. Students will gain valuable experience by learning state-of-the-art algorithms and software in courses and by means of research projects related to the workplace. Mathematics graduates need to be able to apply relevant advanced numerical skills, including statistical analysis of data, modelling of physical or biological phenomena, and computer implementation of algorithms related to their eventual employment. These abilities will be developed in the mathematics courses offered in the upper years. Exposure to the distinctive assumptions and modes of analysis of other disciplines will be provided in the non-science electives available in each year of the program. The curriculum also provides a basic foundation in chemistry, physics and computing science, providing settings within which to apply the mathematical concepts and expertise acquired in the program; students are particularly encouraged to explore a deeper understanding of one of these disciplines by means of a minor program of study. The emphasis on Applied and Industrial Mathematics is reflected in the wide range of courses focused on the applications of mathematics (e.g., Differential Equations, Mathematical Modelling, Optimization, Computational Science, Partial Differential Equations, and Industrial Mathematics). The Faculty of Science offers separate Bachelor of Science (Honours) degrees in Applied and Industrial Mathematics and in Physics. Students with interest in both disciplines may wish to complete the academic requirements of both programs and be awarded a single degree, Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied and Industrial Mathematics and Physics. Eligibility requirements and academic information can be obtained from the academic advisor.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
5year

Career outcomes

There are many opportunities for graduates holding an undergraduate degree in Applied and Industrial Mathematics, whether they choose to continue on to higher education or go directly into the workplace. Some of the options include: financial services (banking and financial sector), insurance companies (actuary, analyst), government agencies (Statistics Canada, Defence Department), computer software industry, communications technology companies, consulting firms, high school teacher (UOIT’s Consecutive Education program), post-degree studies (law school, medical school) and graduate studies. Graduates of our program will be fully qualified to be admitted to graduate studies in any reputable applied mathematics program worldwide. Moreover, since many of the basic core topics for a comprehensive pure mathematics education are also covered in the program, the students’ knowledge will be sufficiently broad as to also allow them admission into a pure mathematics graduate program. There is a wealth of opportunities for graduates in the sciences in industry, government, and in fields of applied science, and the combination of a science degree and business and management education will give an added advantage to graduates of these programs to establish careers in practical areas.




Bachelor of Science & Business / Bachelor of Laws University of Ontario Institute of Technology