Program Overview for PhD in Computer Science in Canada:
The PhD program is designed to focus you on research early, under the mentorship of a thesis supervisor, assisted by a supervisory committee. Students are expected to lead a well-defined component of a wider project, and be the prime author in the resulting publications.
In addition to exploring theories, methodological concepts, and substantive knowledge related to computer science, our PhD in Computer Science will help you develop a deep expertise in areas like:
- Visual Analytics
- Text and Data Analytics
- Networks and Security
- Wireless networks and Security
- Human-Computer Interaction and Ubiquitous Computing
- Visualization, New Media and Image Processing
- Mobile Graphics
- Theory and Algorithms
- Genetic Algorithms and Evolutionary Computing
- Bioinformatics
- Health Informatics
- Autonomous Robotics
Your future
By the time you've completed your degree, you will be ready for a career in industry, or within an academic setting. Some of our alumni have found jobs as:
- Professors in computer science
- Conducting advanced research in industrial or government research labs
- Chief Technical Officers
- CEO of their own start-up
The eligibility for PhD in Computer Science in Canada for both domestic and international student is:
To be considered for a graduate program within the Faculty of Computer Science, all applicants must have the equivalent of a four-year undergraduate university degree, a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0, and meet the following program-specific admission requirements.
- Admission into this program is competitive. Students must have a strong Grade Point Average (GPA) in a master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline
- Evidence of research experience, such as publications and thesis summaries
- A PhD, Post Bachelor is reserved for outstanding graduates of a four-year program with demonstrated research experience and/or excellent research potential.
Other Application Documents you need:
- Official Transcripts
- Letter of recommendation (2)
- Updated CV/Resume
- Statement of Purpose
N.B: Most universities have specific international admission requirements based on different education systems.
These are the test eligibilities for the PhD in Computer Science to qualify.
The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for PhD 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 scholarships available for the PhD in Computer Science are:
The international student tuition fees and costs for PhD in Computer Science in Canada.
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| Application Fees | CA$115.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year |
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| You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. | |||||||
The domestic student tuition fees and costs for PhD in Computer Science in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$115.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year | ||||||
| This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. | |||||||
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Email: graduate@cs.dal.ca
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