You want to build an algorithm that influences online shoppers. Or be a data analyst for a professional sports team, influencing their bench decisions — or a bank, studying the markets. Help insurance companies determine risk as an actuary. Or simply ensure you’ll get a good job in a high-demand industry. You haven’t yet … but you can. Whatever your passion is, find a solid path to it here.

GET GOING WITH STATISTICS, DATA SCIENCE & ACTUARIAL SCIENCE

Our multidisciplinary programs in actuarial science, data science and statistics allow you to merge rigorous quantitative studies with your own interests through applications in a wide variety of fields. Immerse yourself in an enriching, learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence and hands-on applications, opening doors to exciting careers and graduate school pathways.

Talk to our recruiter, Claire, about how you can get going in Statistics, Actuarial Science & Data Science.

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Highlights

World leaders in biostatistics, data science, sports analytics, and statistical learning.
Designated as one of 39 Centers of Actuarial Excellence worldwide and fully accredited by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries.
Your coursework at SFU can be used toward gaining Associate Statistician (AStat) designation with the Statistical Society of Canada.
SFU student projects consistently win top spots in the NFL Big Data Bowl and other sports analytics competitions.
Co-op employers include: Aurora Solar Technology, BC Ministry of Health, Bell, Coast Capital Savings, Fraser Health, ICBC, SAP Canada, SunLife Financial, St. Paul's Hospital, WorkSafeBC

MAKE PASSIONS CONNECT WITH PURPOSE IN SCIENCE

You aren’t being paid to know sports stats yet…

With a major in

Statistics

And a co-op placement at

Canucks Sports and Entertainment

Find your purpose as a(n)

Business analyst, sports analytics specialist, survey statistician

Influencing shoppers with algorithms isn’t your job yet…

Start with a major in

Data Science

And a co-op placement at

Amazon

Find your purpose as a(n)

Data scientist, machine learning engineer

Learn More About Our Programs

“I want to be an actuary because actuaries are in high demand, and it’s one of the best jobs in the world. I chose SFU because it’s one of the educational institutions that is recognized as a Centre of Actuarial Excellence by the Society of Actuaries, which means that SFU’s program is one of the best.”