Financial Mathematics is the application of mathematical models to finance, usually to analyze markets and pricing. Financial Mathematics uses techniques from mathematics, statistics, business, finance, and economics.
The Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics provides a solid foundation in Financial Mathematics, leading either to a career in the financial sector or to further training in advanced Financial Mathematics. Financial Mathematicians are in demand as professionals who develop solutions for complex financial issues and they have excellent career opportunities following graduation as well as excellent co-op work opportunities during their studies.
Common Core
All degree programs in the School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences are built on a common core of courses that should be completed in the first two years of study. This common core consists of the following courses:
| Course | Course name | Credits |
| MATH 1910 | Single Variable Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 1920 | Single Variable Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 2610 | Linear Algebra I | 3 |
| STAT 1910 | Intro to Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| CS 1910 | Computer Science I | 3 |
| CS 1920 | Computer Science II | 3 |
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One of: |
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3 |
| Total Semester Hours of Credit | 23 |
Common Breadth Requirement
Students must take at least 15 semester hours of credit beyond the core course requirement in courses outside the School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, and of these 15 semester hours of credit at least 6 must be from outside the Faculty of Science.
Common Advanced Courses
Students in all degree programs in the School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences must complete MCS 4210 Professional Communication and Practice (writing-intensive) and MCS 3050 Tutoring in Mathematical and Computational Sciences.
The BCA Co-op Program is an integrated approach to university education which enables students to alternate academic terms on campus with work terms in suitable employment. The success of such programs is founded on the principle that students are able to apply theoretical knowledge from course studies in the workplace and return to the classroom with practical workplace experience. Students who successfully complete all the requirements of the program will have the notation entered on their transcripts and on the graduation parchment.
Students accepted into the program complete at least three paid work terms of normally 14 weeks duration, and three professional development courses. Credits earned through completion of work terms are counted as general electives.
The Co-op option is available to full-time students in any MCS Major or Honours program. Applications to the Co-op Education Program are normally made after completion of the first year of study. MCS students must complete 126 semester hours of credit in order to graduate with the Co-op designation.
Visit the Co-operative Education Program website for more information.
The Major in Financial Mathematics requires a total of 120 semester hours of credit, as described below:
| Credit Hours | |
| The Common Core | 23 |
| MATH 2910 - Multivariable and Vector Calculus | 4 |
| MATH 2620 - Linear Algebra II | 3 |
| MATH 2720 - Mathematical Reasoning | 3 |
| STAT 2910 - Probability and Mathematical Statistics I | 3 |
| STAT 3910 - Probability and Mathematical Statistics II | 3 |
| STAT 3240 - Applied Regression Analysis | 3 |
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At least one of: MCS 2020 - Matlab Technology Lab |
1 |
| AMS 2160 - Financial Mathematics I | 3 |
| AMS 2410 - Financial Economics I | 3 |
| AMS 3410 - Financial Economics II | 3 |
| AMS 4080 - Financial Mathematics II | 3 |
| AMS 4090 - Financial Mathematics III | 3 |
| AMS 3910 - Mathematical Modelling | 3 |
| AMS 3310 - Advanced Corporate Finance | 3 |
| MATH 3010 - Differential Equations | 3 |
| MATH 3510 - Real Analysis | 3 |
| STAT 4330 - Time Series I | 3 |
| STAT 4410 - Stochastic Processes | 3 |
| MCS 3920 - Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| ECON 1010 - Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECON 1020 - Introductory Macroeconomics | 3 |
| ACCT 1010 - Introduction to Accounting | 3 |
| BUS 2310 - Corporate Finance | 3 |
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At least one of: ECON 2510 - Money and Financial Institutions |
3 |
| MCS 3050 - Tutoring in Mathematical and Computational Sciences | 1 |
| MCS 4210 - Professional Communication and Practice | 3 |
| Additional general electives | 22 |
| Total Semester Hours of Credit | 120 |
High School Graduates
American High School Equivalency Chart
- Grade 12 Academic English
- Grade 12 Academic Mathematics
- Two Grade 12 Academic Science subjects (acceptable subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Computer Science, Oceanography, Animal Science, Environmental Science)
- One additional Grade 12 Academic course
Please note: Successful completion of Grade 12 Chemistry (or equivalent) is required as a prerequisite for permission to register in CHEM-1110.
Please refer to the BCA Academic Calendar for complete admissions information.
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Tuition
$6,390 per year, based on 30 credit hours ($639 per 3 credit course).
International students pay $7,470 per year in addition to full-time student tuition.
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