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Computer Science Major (B.Sc.) at McGill University

McGill University, Canada

Programme overview

The Computer Science Major is the standard major offered by the School of Computer Science, at 63 credits (60 minimum for students exempt from COMP 202). It gives a broad introduction to the principles of computer science with in-depth study of several sub-disciplines, and its credit load leaves room for an additional minor.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Computer Science  |  Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

What you will study

Foundations of programming (COMP 202) and the core principles of computer science, with in-depth study of several sub-disciplines.

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Entry requirements

Faculty of Science (B.Sc.), Ontario high school applicants: 4U English or French, 4U Calculus and Vectors, and two of 4U Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Quebec CEGEP applicants with a DEC in Sciences, lettres, et arts or in Computer Science and Mathematics are eligible for most undergraduate programs and complete any missing prerequisite portions at McGill. English proficiency is required unless exempt (IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 per component is accepted).

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