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The Department provides stimulating programs for MMath and PhD degrees, featuring a diverse selection of courses across pure mathematics. Students may also enroll in related courses from other university departments. Each graduate student collaborates closely with their advisor to develop a research paper or thesis for their master's, while PhD candidates receive guidance for original research. Comprehensive financial assistance is available through teaching and research assistantships, along with university scholarships. Waterloo's affordable living costs complement these opportunities. Programs are customized to align with students' goals, with alumni frequently pursuing careers as mathematics professors, applying their knowledge in advanced studies, or entering fields like technology, education, or finance. Pure Mathematics graduates consistently find fulfilling, intellectually engaging careers.