Internships
Academic, industrial, governmental, or research organization internships involving mathematical analysis, modelling, computation, or data-driven inquiry.
Summer semesters
Mathematics in the Real World I-III
These experiential learning courses allow students to earn credit through supervised mathematical work in professional, industrial, research, and interdisciplinary settings during the summer semesters.
Compulsory course: Mathematics in the Real World I-III is a compulsory
experiential learning requirement. Students should plan the approved activity and
deliverables in advance for the relevant summer semester.
Purpose
Mathematics in the Real World I, II, and III are designed to help students engage with applications of mathematics in professional, industrial, and research contexts.
Learning outcomes
- Apply mathematical concepts to real-world questions.
- Build analytical and problem-solving competencies.
- Engage with interdisciplinary or professional contexts.
- Communicate mathematical reasoning and findings.
Eligible Credit-Bearing Activities
One activity in one semesterFaculty-guided projects
Theoretical investigation, applied modelling, numerical experimentation, statistical analysis, or interdisciplinary problem-solving supervised by faculty.
Consulting or assignments
Mathematical consulting or problem-solving assignments undertaken individually or in student groups for internal or external stakeholders.
Interdisciplinary fieldwork
Fieldwork where mathematical or statistical methods form a substantive component of the inquiry process.
Mini-capstone projects
Faculty- or institute-proposed projects requiring synthesis and application of mathematical tools to real-world contexts.
Competitions
Participation in department-recognized mathematical or modelling competitions, with a technical note and supporting documentation.
Assessment and Compliance
Faculty evaluation- Credits are awarded based on required deliverables such as reports, presentations, or technical notes.
- External participation or completion must be verified where applicable.
- Faculty evaluation determines whether the learning outcomes have been met.
- Credit determinations are governed by the policy and may be reviewed by the Departmental Undergraduate Committee.