This plan is intended to shorten the usual time required to obtain a Master of Mathematics (MMath). The accelerated plan streamlines the process by allowing a student to complete two graduate courses during their 4A/4B terms that will count towards a MMath degree. This plan will appeal to both Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) and Bachelor of Mathematics (BMath) students who already have a good idea of a research project for a master's degree. The graduate courses they take towards an MMath should be chosen in discussion with their academic advisor and the graduate officer and must be declared extra to their undergraduate degree.
In order to be eligible for this plan an overall average of at least 80% is required. Students are encouraged to apply during their 3B academic term. Applications will also be considered during the 3A term or, in exceptional circumstances, at the start of the 4A term. Application forms are available from the administrative assistant for graduate studies. In addition to submitting a graduate application form and three letters of reference, students will need to submit a plan for their studies. This plan will include 1) a preferred supervisor, 2) the two graduate courses to be taken in 4A/4B, 3) an outline of proposed research.
Students in this plan will receive financial support of $1,000 per term during their fourth year and will also be guaranteed financial support during their graduate studies should they maintain the required average in the plan. Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships during September of their 4A term. These include both Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Ontario Graduate Scholarship Program (OGS).