This major focuses on the mathematical foundations of modern physical theories.

It also examines the mathematical understanding that underpins a broad range of contemporary sciences, including statistical mechanics, relativity and quantum theory. You'll learn how to understand and describe nature at its most fundamental levels.

This major not only prepares you for research in mathematical physics and related disciplines, but also fosters creativity and develops high-level skills in critical and analytical thinking, which are paramount in problem-solving.

You may choose to combine your major with a minor in bioinformatics, computational science, computer science, physics or statistics.

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

• Data engineer
• Production bioinformatics engineer
• Software engineer
• Research engineering lead
• Quantitative analyst
• Materials scientist
• Data analyst
• Customer analyst
• Applied statistician
• Risk modeller