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Master of Science in Computer Science at Algoma University

Algoma University, Canada

Programme overview

The thesis-based Master of Science in Computer Science prepares students for research in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software engineering and data science. It is offered in Brampton or Sault Ste. Marie and emphasizes a thesis project guided by faculty.

Faculty: Faculty of Computer Science & Technology  |  Duration: 2 years (6 semesters)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall and Winter  |  Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Research-focused study culminating in a thesis.

Career pathways

Graduates are positioned for roles such as AI researcher, cybersecurity analyst, software engineer, data scientist, IT consultant, university researcher or PhD candidate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Four-year bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, engineering or a related field with a minimum 75% (B+) average in the last two years of full-time study; prerequisites include programming, statistics, computer organization, data structures, theory of computing and computer networks. Previous research experience is preferred. International applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English need IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0) or an accepted equivalent.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate intakes: Spring, Fall and Winter.

Graduate entrance scholarship deadlines: Jan 1 for Spring intake, May 1 for Fall intake, Sept 1 for Winter intake.

Application fee for international applicants is $125.00; application fee for non-OUAC applicants is $70.00.

Apply through the official page: https://algomau.ca/admissions/how-to-apply

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