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Program Information

School:McMaster University
Faculty:Faculty of Engineering
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Field of Study:Computer Science
Description:Beginning in fall 2020, Computer Science 1 students can expect a revamped experience tailored to a changing industry and world. This new curriculum will give you a competitive edge for co-op employability immediately following your first year.

In level two and beyond, you can expect more technical electives at your fingertips, including machine learning, AI, medical imaging, security and data analytics.
URL:Computer Science at McMaster University
Length:5 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $61,725
Scholarships:2
Careers:Software EngineerComputer and Information Systems ManagersCybersecurity AnalystSee More...

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*90 to 96
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
  • 2 of  Grade12 Physics  or  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Earth and Space Science 
Applicants are required to have at least six Grade 12 U/M level courses, including: ENG4U, MCV4U, and two of: SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U, SES4U, ICS4U, TEJ4M.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or DuoLingo [min. 115] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. 190] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86]
Application Notes : Students who have been asked to meet McMaster’s English Language Proficiency requirement must demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving the minimum requirements as specified by McMaster: IELTS: 6.5, CAE: 190, PTE: 60, CAEL: 70, TOEFL (iBT): 86, DUO: 115.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* 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 September 15, 2022