UPEI School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences - UPEI SMCS

The Actuarial profession is changing, and with it, the opportunities available to graduates. While traditional actuarial careers remain, today's employers are increasingly seeking actuarial talent in emerging fields such as:

📊 Predictive Modeling
🌎 Climate Risk Analysis
🩺 Health Analytics
📈 Financial Risk Management
⚠️ Enterprise Risk Management
🔒 Cyber Risk Assessment

Actuarial graduates are helping organizations make better decisions in an increasingly complex and data-driven world.

At UPEI, we're proud to offer the most comprehensive Actuarial Science program in Atlantic Canada. Our program combines a strong actuarial foundation with coursework in statistics, analytics, and risk management, preparing students for a wide range of rewarding careers.

The future belongs to people who can turn data into insight and uncertainty into opportunity. Learn more at https://www.upei.ca/programs/actuarial-science

Actuarial Science | UPEI Big futures start at UPEI—interesting and unique programs; caring and supporting instructors and staff; and amazing opportunities to shape your ambitions.

📈 No matter your major, adding courses in Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or Computer Science is an investment in your future.

Whether you're studying business, healthcare, social sciences, education, the arts, or anything in between, data and technology are reshaping every profession. The ability to analyze data, solve problems, and use technology effectively is a superpower in today's job market.

The best part? These skills don't replace your passion. They amplify it.

"Graduate studies at UPEI have given me the confidence to approach my work." Meet Aadesh Nunkoo, Master of Science in Mathematical and Computational Sciences graduate student and UPEI alumni.

Interesting interview with UPEI Computer Science Alum and Game Developer James O'Halloran.

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Congratulations to all of today's grads!

Interested in adding Data Skills to your degree? We have the courses for you.

Our Intro to Data Science course, AMS 1910, course is available to all majors. Find it under "Applied Mathematical Sciences" in the Course Catalogue.

And starting in Fall 2026, a Statistics Minor at UPEI will be more accessible to students in Life Sciences, Economics, Business, and beyond.

Data is everywhere. Data Science turns it into insight.

The Analytics Program at UPEI combines statistics, data science, and analytics to help you make sense of complex data and support better decisions. Build in‑demand skills in statistical analysis, data modeling, and interpretation—skills valued across business, health, technology, and the sciences.

🌍 Skills for a data‑driven workforce
👉 Learn more and apply today. https://www.upei.ca/programs/analytics

Analytics | UPEI Big futures start at UPEI—interesting and unique programs; caring and supporting instructors and staff; and amazing opportunities to shape your ambitions.

Happy to have SMCS alum and Dalhousie PhD candidate Patricia Kibenge giving our final Pizza Lecture of the semester. See you there!

SMCS's student society is hosting a talk today by Jessica Simmonds of Aspire Agency Global Inc.

Join us today at 4pm in SDU 117 for our March "Pizza Lecture".