University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Computer Science

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Program Information

School:University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies
Faculty:Graduate Studies
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Computer Science
Description:Cutting-edge companies such as Google and Apple have sought out graduates of the Computer Science program, which aims to give students the skills they need for careers ranging from private industry to academic positions at advanced research centres and universities. It helps students build skills and novel ideas for designing and implementing software, as well as find new ways to use computers, develop effective algorithms to solve computing problems, and plan and manage organizational technology infrastructure. As a program that usually takes about four years for an MSc graduate to complete, the degree requires course work, a single-authored scientific paper, and an oral candidacy exam, as well as submission and successful defense of a thesis.

URL:Computer Science at University of Calgary - Faculty of Graduate Studies
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Careers:Software EngineerVideo Game Programmers

Admission Requirements

Test Scores:
  • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 580] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 97] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.0] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 83]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
Applicants are required to have a thesis-based MSc, and a minimum of 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree. Post-degree CS courses may be considered when calculating GPA. Exceptions to GPA requirement may be considered for those with demonstrated research excellence. Students are also required to have completed 3rd or 4th year undergraduate courses in each of the following areas: Theory of Computation, Software Engineering, Systems (Operating Systems, Compilers), and Application (Artificial Intelligence, Graphics, Databases, etc.).

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 26, 2022