$9,000 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Computing Science
- The University of Alberta offers a Master of Science in Computing Science for a duration of 2 years (4 terms).
- This course is offered on a full-time, on-campus basis.
- The program consists of two options: course-based and thesis-based program.
- The Computing Science program is intended for working professionals and internationally trained professionals.
- Students have to complete 4 computing science courses, 1 course on Teaching and research methods, and attend the TA Training Workshop.
- The major components of this program are:
- Advanced Man-Machine Interfaces and Algorithmics
- Artificial Intelligence and Bioinformatics
- Communication Networks and Computer Graphics
- Database Systems and Software Engineering
- Software Systems and Statistical Machine Learning.
- Students in the course-based program are required to complete 30 credits in graduate courses in the 2nd year, which consists of 7 classes, a 6-credit capstone course, and 1 course on teaching and research methods.
- Students in the thesis-based program are required to write a thesis, based on research from their area of interest.
- The university will present a technical seminar, based on the thesis research before the final oral exam and provides the opportunity to study students with some of the world's best research scientists.
- It also provides the flexibility to complete the course-based program in 6 years and a thesis-based in 4 years.
- The MSc in Computing Science is a government-designated STEM degree and so international students may be eligible for a 24-month F1 OPT(Optional Practical Training) extension).
- It is also one of the top research-intensive departments and is an excellent place to pursue graduate-level studies.
- Each year, the Department of Computing Science provides financial support for almost 70 students in the graduate program in the form of 8-month teaching and research assistantships.
-
- The University of Alberta holds 2 convocations each year:
- Spring Convocation in June
- Fall Convocation in November
- Job opportunities after MSc Computing Science are Software engineer, Data Scientist, etc. and the average salary goes up to 60,000 USD.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $9000 | $9000 |
| Total Fees | $9000 | $9000 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 100 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 61 | 90 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 310 | 340 | 2 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 125 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a 4-years UG degree or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
- The UG degree should be similar to the B.Sc. Specialization in Computing Science, BCA, B.Tech in Computer Science program.
- Students have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B Grade) out of 4.0 which is equal to 7.0/10 to 7.4/10 CGPA or 70%, over the last 20 half courses.
- Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants, whose first language is not English.
Others:
In exceptional circumstances, the university may consider admitting such students to the graduate program, provided that they fulfill one or more of the following criteria:
- Students have become established in their profession, with practical experience in Computing Science.
- Student's accomplishments in their primary discipline are truly outstanding (for example, Students hold a scholarship from a respectable funding agency like NSERC, AIF, SSHRC, CIHR).
- The student must demonstrate knowledge equivalent to having successfully completed 6 UG Computing Science courses in the following four areas:
- Theory
- Software
- Applications
- Computer Systems and Architecture
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first-class (60% marks) in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Students must have a GPA of 3.0/4.0 (B Grade) in the recent 2-years of full-time study.
Submission of GRE scores is important and it is recommended to submit the GRE scores (minimum 300) for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.