Dr. Nagham Mohammad

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nagham Mohammad is an Associate Professor at the University of Guelph's Department of Mathematics & Statistics, specializing in statistical pedagogy and the application of statistical models to public health and social sciences issues. Dr. Mohammad's research emphasizes how technology can enhance learning outcomes in mathematics and statistics, particularly through the development of innovative course content and resources. She has actively published in numerous journals, discussing the impact of teaching methodologies on student engagement and achievement in mathematics. Dr. Mohammad has supervised several undergraduate projects, focusing on statistical learning and methodologies. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Statistics (Biostatistics) from Western University and multiple master's degrees in statistics from both Western University and Baghdad University. Over her career, she has held various academic positions, including roles at the University of Waterloo and McMaster University, and has received several teaching awards in recognition of her contributions to education in the STEM fields.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-09-01 — Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, Canada

Teaching courses in statistics and supervising student research projects.

Lecturer

2014-09-01 — 2018-08-31

Department of Statistics & Actuarial Science, University of Waterloo • Waterloo, Canada

Lectured courses in statistics and actuarial science.

Assistant Professor

2013-09-01 — 2014-09-01

McMaster University • Ontario, Canada

Taught courses in statistics.

Lecturer

2012-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Western University • London, Canada

Taught introductory and advanced statistics courses.

Assistant Professor

1997-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Al-Fatah University • Tripoli, Libya

Taught and conducted research in statistics.

Assistant Professor

1994-01-01 — 1997-01-01

Baghdad University • Baghdad, Iraq

Conducted lectures and supervised theses in statistics.

Assistant Programmer

1988-01-01 — 1991-01-01

Baghdad University • Baghdad, Iraq

Assisted in programming tasks related to statistical analysis.

Awards

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CEPS Excellence Undergraduate Teaching Award

2024-05-01
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OSSTF/FEESO Research Grant

2023-02-01
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Distinguished Professor Award

2021-06-01

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).