Master of Science with a specialization in Modelling, Data and Predictions (Mathematical and Statistical Sciences)

Program Requirements

Students are required to complete a minimum of 30 units in graduate-level coursework, including a 6-unit capping project.

Coursework (24 units)

MATH 509
MATH 572
STAT 513
STAT 537
STAT 541
Three 3-unit courses chosen from the following:
- MATH 508
- MATH 524
- MATH 535
- MATH 570
- MATH 667
- STAT 553
- STAT 575
- STAT 578
- STAT 637
- BIOL 570
Additional coursework may be required.

Capping project (6 units)

MATH 900 A/B OR STAT 900 A/B

Residence Requirement

The minimum period of residence for the MSc with a specialization in Modelling, Data and Predictions is two four-month terms of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.

For part-time students, residence requirements are determined on a case-by-case basis.

Length of Program

The MSc program in Modelling, Data, and Predictions is designed to be completed in 16 months.

The maximum time to complete the course-based MSc program as set by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is six years.