MSc in Computer Science in Canada at U of G Canada




University University of Guelph (U of G Canada)
Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Type Public
Program Type Thesis
Program Delivary On campus
Language English
Program Duration 2 years
Students 27,890
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Detailed Information of MSc in Computer Science in Canada at University of Guelph

These are the international student eligibility for the MSc in Computer Science in Canada

Admission to the MSc in Computer Science requires a four-year honours degree in computer science, or a four-year honours degree in another discipline with a minor in computer science. Entrants who have a four-year honours degree in another discipline and a minor (or equivalent) in computer science must have taken at least 12 courses as described in the MSc Graduate Calendar, or in the Course Requirement Checklist.

Applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements of both the University and the School of Computer Science (SoCS), including at least a 75% average during the previous two years of full-time university study for an undergraduate degree. For information on international degree admission requirements, please see: International Credential Evaluation and select country. Admission average needs to be equivalent to a ‘B’ at the University of Guelph.

We strongly encourage all applicants to get in touch with prospective Graduate Faculty Supervisors. This will greatly enhance your visibility, and thus your chances of being accepted into our programs. You can review SoCS Faculty Areas of Research to assist you in finding a suitable MSc graduate faculty supervisor. While having a confirmed supervisor is not required for the application, a confirmed supervisor is required for admission into the MSc in computer science program. Moreover, you need to submit:
  • Transcripts
  • Recommendation Letter
  • Letter of Intent (Statement of Purpose)
  • CV/Resume

N.B: Most universities have specific international admission requirements based on different education systems.

These are the domestic student eligibility for the MSc in Computer Science

Admission to the MSc in Computer Science requires a four-year honours degree in computer science, or a four-year honours degree in another discipline with a minor in computer science. Entrants who have a four-year honours degree in another discipline and a minor (or equivalent) in computer science must have taken at least 12 courses as described in the MSc Graduate Calendar, or in the Course Requirement Checklist.

Applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements of both the University and the School of Computer Science (SoCS), including at least a 75% average during the previous two years of full-time university study for an undergraduate degree. For information on international degree admission requirements, please see: International Credential Evaluation and select country. Admission average needs to be equivalent to a ‘B’ at the University of Guelph.

We strongly encourage all applicants to get in touch with prospective Graduate Faculty Supervisors. This will greatly enhance your visibility, and thus your chances of being accepted into our programs. You can review SoCS Faculty Areas of Research to assist you in finding a suitable MSc graduate faculty supervisor. While having a confirmed supervisor is not required for the application, a confirmed supervisor is required for admission into the MSc in computer science program. Moreover, you need to submit:
  • Transcripts
  • Recommendation Letter
  • Letter of Intent (Statement of Purpose)
  • CV/Resume

These are the test eligibilities for the MSc in Computer Science to qualify.

The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for MSc in Computer Science in Canada: are:

N.B: ELP is not mandatory for all international students. You could apply without ELP if your previous degree's medium of instruction were in English. Students of Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, for example, are not required to take the ELP test.

The international student tuition fees and costs for MSc in Computer Science in Canada.

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$110.00
Tuition Fees CA$13,675.08 /year
Living Cost CA$12,000.00/year
(CA$1,000.00/month)
Student Earning CA$17,920.00/year
You will earn CA$17,920.00/year by working (20 hours/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14/hour) + (40 hours/week * 4 weeks * 4 months *CAD 14/hour) at minimum wage of CA$14.00/hour.

The domestic student tuition fees and costs for MSc in Computer Science in Canada.

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$110.00
Tuition Fees CA$4,755.06 /year
Living Cost CA$12,000.00/year
(CA$1,000.00/month)
Student Earning CA$17,920.00/year
This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$17,920.00/year by working (20 hours/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14/hour) + (40 hours/week * 4 weeks * 4 months *CAD 14/hour) at minimum wage of CA$14.00/hour.
Currently, all incoming domestic graduate students within the School of Computer Science (SoCS) are eligible for department-level funding. Domestic MSc students are eligible for up to $5,000 per year for 2 years, and domestic PhD students are eligible for up to $9,000 per year for 3 years. There is no application necessary, as domestic students are automatically eligible upon admission to the program.

Currently, all incoming International PhD students with a minimum 80%(A-) admission average within the School of Computer Science (SoCS) are eligible for this . International students who are billed at international tuition rates are eligible for up to $12,500 per year for 3 years. There is no application necessary, as International Students who meet the requirements are automatically eligible upon admission to the program.

We encourage International applicants to apply a minimum of 6-9 months in advance of these deadlines to ensure study permits can be processed in time for admission.

Graduate Coordinator, MSc: Dr. Joseph Sawada graddir@socs.uoguelph.ca

Graduate Program Assistant: Jacob Harwood 519-824-4120 ext 56402 gradassist@socs.uoguelph.ca
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