Welcome to Statistics and Actuarial Science
The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science is a top-tier academic unit among statistical and actuarial science globally. Our community is engaged in topics such as actuarial science, biostatistics, data science, quantitative finance, statistics, & statistics-computing. Our department is home to 70 full-time faculty researching diverse and exciting areas, over 2000 undergraduate students from around the world, and approximately 200 graduate students in master, doctoral, and professional programs.
News
2024 Outstanding Performance Awards winners named
Created in 2005, the Outstanding Performance Awards recognize excellence in teaching and scholarship from faculty members across all of the University of Waterloo’s Faculties.
From biostatistics to transforming community health
Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman, the first Black female president of the Ontario Medical Association, is a clinical immunologist and allergist who sees herself as a bridge builder. Her MMath in Biostatistics (’03) from the University of Waterloo has given her a unique perspective, complementing her passion for patient communication and clinical care.
Read the full story on Waterloo News.
Check out the @waterloomath Instagram to learn more about Dr. Abdurrahman.
Statistical Society of Canada (SSC) approves University of Waterloo courses for A.Stat. Accreditation
The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science is happy to announce that the Statistical Society of Canada has approved its courses for the purposes of A.Stat. Accreditation. Accreditation enhances the professional practice of statistics, facilitates professional development, and provides mentorship for new graduates through work with Accredited Professional Statisticians. The approved course list removes barriers for both undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in applying for an A.Stat. Accreditation and helps to streamline the process. For more information about accreditation and the application, please visit the SSC’s website.