MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS Major Map
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Get the
Courses
You Need
Get
Relevant
Experience
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Take MATH 110, 120.*
Take MATH 280, 281, STAT
268, 269.
Take 6.0 units of BIOM,
MATH, or STAT at the 400levelor above and 6.0 units of
BIOM, MATH, STAT at the
300-level or above.
Take 12.0 units of BIOM,
MATH, or STAT at the 300level or above.
For details on plan
requirements or thresholds, go
to the Arts and Science
website. See an academic
counselor at the Arts and
Science Office or the
Undergraduate Chair for help.
*In certain situations other
possibilities exist—talk to the
Undergraduate Chair.
Join teams or clubs on campus
such as the Queen’s Math
Club, Putnam team, Math
Bridge and the Math
Investigations Program.
Look in the Co-Curricular
If possible, also take MATH
210 and MATH 231.
Some 300- and 400-level
courses are only offered in
alternating years. Many 400level courses can be taken in
third year.
Look into summer jobs by
talking to the dept. or Career
Services about work through
SWEP or NSERC. Take more
responsibility within different
clubs or extracurriculars.
Stay during the summer as an
assistant to a faculty member
or apply for an external
summer research opportunity.
Become a departmental tutor.
Complete all courses in an
area of focus. Apply to
graduate on SOLUS.
Investigate full-time jobs or
other opportunities related to
careers of interest. Consider
submitting your work to an
undergraduate journal like
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Inquiry@Queen’s.
Get involved with the
Mathematics and Statistics
Departmental Student Council
(DSC).
Consider entrepreneurial
opportunities at programs like
the Queen’s Summer
Innovation Initiative (QSII)
and the Summer Company
Program.
Do some targeted networking
with people working in
careers of interest (with
alumni, using LinkedIn, etc.)
Start or continue volunteering
with organizations such as
Queen's Undergraduate
Actuarial Society (QUAS).
Connect with professors at
events or workshops hosted by
the DSC.
Opportunities Directory or
AMS Clubs Directory for
more ideas.
Get
Connected
with Your
Volunteer on or off campus
with different community
organizations such as Big
Brothers, Big Sisters.
Community
Get
Thinking
Globally
Get Ready
for Life
After
Graduation
Queen’s University
International Centre will be
your first stop to
internationalizing your degree.
Speak to a QUIC advisor or
get involved in their many
programs, events and training
opportunities.
Grappling with program
decisions? – go to different
Major Nights by the
departments or various Career
Fairs in the year. Get some
help deciding by visiting
Is an exchange in your future?
Start thinking about where
you would like to study
abroad. Apply before the first
week of January for a 3rd year
exchange.
Apply for the Math in
Moscow Scholarship. Apply
for the Budapest Semesters in
Mathematics.
Explore different careers of
interest by reading books in
the Career Services Career
Advising and Resource Area,
such as the Great Jobs for
Math Majors, talking to
Participate in the Canadian
Undergraduate Mathematics
Conference (CUMC).
Build your intercultural
competence by getting
involved with other cultures or
by practicing or improving
your language skills. Stop by
QUIC for ideas to go abroad,
volunteer at QUIC or attend
one of their events.
Start focusing on areas of
interest. Learn about the
requirements for careers of
interest– do they need
additional schooling? If so,
prepare to take the required
Consider joining professional
associations like the
Canadian Applied and
Industrial Mathematics
Society and the Canadian
Mathematical Society.
Prepare yourself to work in a
multi-cultural environment by
taking QUIC’s Intercultural
Competency Certificate, and
start thinking about work or
further studies abroad.
Start applying to jobs or future
education, or make plans for
other adventures. Prepare
reference letters if you’re
applying to graduate school.
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1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Career Services and attending
the Choosing a Major
workshop.
people whose careers interest
you or connecting with alumni
on LinkedIn.
tests (like the LSAT or
GMAT). Attend Grad School
workshops at Career Services
if interested.
Make an appointment at
Career Services for help with
future plans.
Caution: *This map is meant as a guide to provide suggestions throughout your university career. The activities, resources, and careers mentioned are possibilities – you are not
restricted to them and you don’t have to follow this exact timeline. Every person (including you!) will find their own unique path through their degree at Queen’s and beyond.
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Where could I go after graduation?
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Actuary
Aerospace
Applied Science
Architecture
Astronomy
Auditing
Banker
Banking
Bioinformatics scientist
Biomedical Engineering
Biostatistician
Business Administration and Management
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Communications
Computational biologist
Computer Engineering
Computer scientist
Construction
Credit Management
Cryptanalyst
Data Mining
Data Processing
Data scientist
Demography
Economics
Education
Electronics
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Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial
Environmental Management
Epidemiologist
Epidemiology
Fibre and Laser Electro-Optics
Financial Analysis
Financial auditor
Financial manager
Information Science
Insurance
International Development
Inventory control specialist
Market research analyst
Mathematician
Operations research analyst
Professor
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Project manager
Quality control manager
Quantitative analyst
Researcher
Risk analyst
Security specialist
Software developer
Statistician
Survey researcher
Teacher
Technical writer
*some careers may require additional training
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Mathematics and Statistics at Queen’s
Why study Mathematics and Statistics?
Our programs appeal to a broad range of students, including those interested in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, the
physical and biological sciences, teaching, actuarial studies, probability, and statistics. Our faculty include leading researchers and
many winners of national and university teaching awards. Students are able to obtain a major, medial, or a minor degree in either
mathematics or statistics.
What program options are there?
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Specialization – Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biology and Mathematics
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Specialization – Bachelor of Computing (Honours) in Computing and Mathematics
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Specialization – Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mathematical Physics
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Major in Mathematics (Science) – Bachelor of Science (Honours)
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Major in Statistics (Science) – Bachelor of Science (Honours)
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Medial in Mathematics – Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
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Medial in Statistics – Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

General in Mathematics or Statistics – Bachelor of Arts or Science

Minor in Mathematics or Statistics with Bachelor of Arts or Science
See the department website for course requirements.
Getting what you need to succeed in the workplace
What do employers want?
In a recent survey from the Canadian Council of Chief Executives the top 6 skills sought by employers were:
1 People skills
2 Communication skills
3 Problem-solving skills
4 Analytical abilities
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5 Leadership skills
6 Industry-specific Knowledge
How do I get the skills I need?
It is important to develop a balanced skill set – many of which you will develop during your studies. To stand out from the crowd,
gain experience outside the classroom through the multitude of clubs and activities in and around Queen’s. Check out ideas in the
Get Relevant Experience section of this map.
What can I learn studying Mathematics and Statistics at Queen’s?
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Logical reasoning and problem solving – apply analytical and critical reasoning to solve problems
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Analytical skills – analyze data to make their meaning clear and devise and test conjectures by generating both special and
extreme cases
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Understand strong evidence - produce trustworthy data and provide mathematical evidence for conjectures and generalizations
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Knowledge of a broad range of mathematical fields and methods
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Ability to create mathematical models
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Pattern recognition - explore examples and recognize patterns
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Persistence – approach problem solving with persistence and a willingness to try multiple approaches
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Oral and written communication – communicate quantitative ideas with clarity and coherence through writing and speaking
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Ability to construct rigorous arguments and critique the reasoning of others
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Understand how to draw practical conclusions from data
What makes ME special?
You have a unique set of skills and experiences. Take the time to think about the skills you have personally developed at Queen’s.
Explaining your strengths with compelling examples will be important for applications to employers and further education. For
help, check out the Career Services skills workshop.
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Mathematics and Statistics Major Map
How to use this map
• Got
questions about careers and classes?
• Feeling a little lost or overwhelmed by choices?
• Wondering what you are “supposed” to be doing?
Use this map to plan for success in five overlapping areas of career and academic life. Each map helps you explore
possibilities, set goals and track accomplishments. To make your own custom map, use the My Major Map tool.
Don’t stress if you haven’t done all of the suggested activities. The map is not a prescription – it’s a tool for finding your
own way at Queen’s.
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Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Faculty of Arts and Science
Room 310, Jeffery Hall
48 University Avenue
613.533.2390
mast.queensu.ca
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