Mathematics & Mathematical Sciences

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Mathematics Co-op opens you to a world of opportunities. Whether you are interested in research, education, academia, business or software, the Co-op program provides you with a perfect platform to explore your options. Our students have secured rewarding positions in applied mathematics, ranging from software engineering, data science and bioinformatics to business, actuarial science and finance. Co-op also provides you with opportunities to enhance your soft skills and build your professional network, making you a competitive candidate for today’s job market.

Application Deadlines

Apply in YearApplication Deadline Date
2 (Term 2)Wednesday, March 5, 2025
2 (Term 1)Wednesday, October 1, 2025
3 (Term 1)Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Application requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Major in Mathematics, Major in Mathematical Sciences or one of combined majors with Mathematics (BA or BSc). Note: Students pursuing a major in unrelated discipline with a minor in Mathematics are not eligible.
  • Have a minimum of 27 credits remaining in your degree at the time of application (excluding the current term)
  • Have a minimum cumulative average of B- (68%)
  • Have completed, or in the process of completing the following courses at the time of co-op application:
     
    • BSc Year 2 students: MATH 221 (or MATH 223), MATH 210 (or CPSC 210), (STAT 200 -for Mathematical Sciences only).  
    • BSc Year 3 students: MATH 221 (or MATH 223), MATH 210 (or CPSC 210)
    • BA students: MATH 221, CPSC 210, ECON 325, ECON 326, ECON 323 (optional)
       
  • Demonstrated excellent communications skills, leadership and maturity
  • Demonstrated interest in your chosen field
  • Be flexible and willing to accept a work placement outside the Lower Mainland
  • Consistently achieve at least class average in all Math, Computer Science and Statistics courses

*The following courses are highly recommended: CPSC 210, 213, 221, 304, 310, 313, STAT 305, 306, 344, 404, MATH 307, 340

Note: Completion of at least one technical project (academic/ personal/ Hackathon) is highly recommended.

Co-op Overview PDF

NOTE:  Being eligible does not automatically guarantee your acceptance into the Co-op Program.

Work terms schedules

Schedule A for Math Students - Spring Application

YearFall WinterSummer
1Study Term 1Study Term 2-
2Study Term 3Study Term 4 + Apply for Co-op-
3Study Term 5Work Term 1Work Term 2
4Study Term 6Study Term 7Work Term 3
5Work Term 4Study Term 8-

Schedule B for Math Students (Year 2) - Fall Application 

YearFall Winter Summer
1Study Term 1Study Term 2-
2Study Term 3 + Apply to Co-opStudy Term 4-
3Work Term 1Work Term 2Work Term 3
4Study Term 5Study Term 6Work Term 4
5Study Term 7Study Term 8-

Schedule B for Math Students (Year 3) - Fall Application

YearFall Winter Summer
1Study Term 1Study Term 2-
2Study Term 3Study Term 4-
3Study Term 5 + Apply to Co-opStudy Term 6-
4Work Term 1Work Term 2Work Term 3
5Work Term 4Study Term 7Study Term 8

The above schedule is highly recommended by the Co-op Program in order for students to complete their program within the shortest time frame. Alternate scheduling might be available in consultation with your Co-op Coordinator.  

Admission Process:

  1. Applications are accepted via Scope by a specified deadline. *
  2. Applications are reviewed after the deadline and assessed based on the criteria above
  3. Shortlisted candidates are invited to intake interviews
  4. Official offers to join Science Co-op are announced (July for Spring Application, January for Fall Application)

*Note: Please ensure that you apply in the respective admission cycle based on your current year. Students in Year 2 that haven’t met year promotion criteria but are meeting co-op admission criteria for 3rd year are eligible to apply under Year 3 admission cycle.

Sample Jobs and Companies:

  • Statistics Canada – Junior Mathematician and Statistician
  • AppNeta - Java Full-Stack Developer
  • SAP – Agile Developer, HANA & Analytics
  • George & Bell Consulting – Actuarial Analyst
  • Xtract Technologies – Machine Learning Engineer
  • UBC Electrical and Computer Engineering - Research Assistant
  • Ledcor – Project Coordinator
  • CPP Investments - Senior Intern Analyst
  • UBC Department of Medicine – Business Analyst
  • Deebee’s Organics – Data & Consumer Analyst
  • Huawei Canada – Artificial Intelligence Researcher

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UBC Science Co-op

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170-6221 University Boulevard V6T 1Z1
604 822 9677
science.coop@ubc.ca

Faculty of Science

Office of the Dean, Earth Sciences Building
2178–2207 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada
V6T 1Z4
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