Theoretical and Computational Science

University of Lethbridge

Canada, Lethbridge

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University of Lethbridge

Canada , Lethbridge

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

CAD 140

Campuses

Lethbridge

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-May-2023

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Duration 48 month(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 5,455 / term

Next Intake 8-May-2023

Theoretical and Computational Science

About

The PhD program is a four year program. The format for the degree consists of coursework and a thesis. The student must pass a written and an oral comprehensive examination within the first two years of the program.

The thesis is the most significant component of work towards the degree and involves original research. The first step for any prospective student is to select a potential supervisor and in consultation with the supervisor, organise a research plan including possible thesis topic, before admission to the program. Faculty research interests are a critical factor in this preliminary decision.

The department is attempting to expand and strengthen its research activities and graduate students will play an important role in this endeavour. Almost all faculty members in the department receive external or internal funding to support their research programs.

Graduate degrees traditionally have been awarded for the successful completion of a satisfactory thesis. The thesis route expresses the fundamental tradition of academic scholarship. It also relates to the University's undergraduate programs, because the creation of a thesis in any discipline calls for a range of skills which are central to the liberal education tradition, including analysis and synthesis of ideas, empirical investigations, the construction and articulation of arguments, and writing skills.

Because of the nature of the PhD program, the thesis forms the central requirement of the program. The thesis will be written under direction of a supervisor or supervisors. Consequently, it is necessary for a candidate to establish contact with potential supervisors prior to application for admission. Candidates seeking potential supervisors should contact either the relevant academic department or the School of Graduate Studies.

Relevant educational background

Students with an MSc in mathematics with a strong GPA, should be well-prepared to enter the PhD program.

Disciplines

Faculty of Arts & Science

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Bachelor’s degree requiring at least four years of study with a minimum average of 80% or Very Good

Career

Being a mathematician is touted as being the best of all jobs. In 2009, the Wall Street Journal published a study ranking Mathematician, Actuary and Statistician as the top three careers. Other recent surveys grading job satisfaction according to income, job security, stress and work environment all ranked jobs involving mathematical reasoning and knowledge at the very top.

Here are just a few of the options open to you once you've earned your degree:

Researcher, Cryptologist, Statistician, Actuary, Economist, Investment Banker, Computer Scientist, Systems Analyst, Software Developer, Physicist, Geologist, Meteorologist, Astronomer, Ecologist, Epidemiologist, Biomathematician, Biostatistician, Operations Research Analyst, Sales Manager

The University of Lethbridge PhD graduates in mathematics have gone through successful careers by securing postdoctoral positions and pursuing academic and research opportunities.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 5,455

Application Fee

CAD 140

How to Apply

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