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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 relevant courses from other university departments. Each graduate works closely with their supervisor to develop a research paper or thesis for their master's degree, while PhD candidates receive guidance for original research. Comprehensive financial support is available through teaching and research assistantships, along with internal scholarships. Waterloo offers an affordable cost of living, and each program is customized to suit individual student goals. Our alumni often pursue careers as university mathematics professors, while others apply advanced mathematics in specialized fields. Graduates also find success in computer science, secondary or college education, and business sectors like finance. Pure Mathematics graduates enjoy abundant opportunities in intellectually fulfilling careers.
Quantum information explores how quantum mechanics influences information processing. Our research group focuses on the mathematical aspects of quantum information, particularly quantum (noncommutative) probability—the fundamental framework for this field. We also investigate entanglement theory and its applications in nonlocal games, quantum communication, and quantum computing algorithm design.