Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Computer Science)
4 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
3,154/Yr
3,154 /Yr
- McMaster University offers a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science for a duration of 4 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- Graduate students in the Ph.D thesis based program are focused on advancing knowledge in computational theory and practice.
- Students can also do specialization in the following areas:
- Combinatorial computing and optimization
- Complexity, design and analysis of algorithms
- Computational geometry
- Mathematical programming
- Optimization: Theory, algorithms and complexity
- Real-time and embedded systems
- Software engineering
- students have to complete 4 one-term (half course) graduate courses in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant areas of Engineering or Mathematics.
- PhD students now have the option of earning a doctoral degree while staying on the job.
- The flexible Industrial PhD option enables students to remain in their own company or research institute and use labs at work to complete their research and eventual thesis.
- McMaster Engineering is consistently among the top 10 engineering school rankings in Canada and contributes to McMaster University's overall ranking as one of the top schools in the world across all rankings.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 58,000 USD.
Read More
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 3154 |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Food (On-Campus) | 9195 |
| Housing (Off-Campus) | 4860 |
| Health insurance | 203 |
| Other Fees | 160 |
| Total Cost | 14418 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete master degree from a recognized university.
- Students must have a B+ minimum average grade, based on a full-year equivalent of final year courses.
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 in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with second-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, if students have given the GRE exam then it is recommended to submit the 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.
Scores Required
86 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
6.5 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
60 / 90
Avg. Score in
PTE
309 / 340
Avg. Score in
GRE updated
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
Career and Placement after Course
Job opportunities in Computer Science program:
- Database Administrator
- Computer and Information Research Scientist
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Software Developer
- Web Developer
- Networking in computer science
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per student 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per student 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student 3,500/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student 8,459/Yr$8,459 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ellis R. Ott Scholarship for Applied Statistics and Quality Management | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
Similar Colleges
Algoma University
Athabasca, Alberta
Carleton University
Ottawa, Ontario
Concordia University
Montreal, Quebec
OCAD University
Toronto, Ontario
Saint Mary's University
Halifax, Nova Scotia
The King's University
Edmonton, Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
Videos
Refer & Earn 3 USD For Every Approved Review
Cash Rewarded
$1500
Reviews Collected
3k+ Reviews
Photos
interested in this College ?
Follow & Share this college to get information about admission.
Colleges in Ontario, Canada
Carleton UniversityOttawa, Ontario
- OCAD University
Toronto, Ontario
- University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Ontario
- University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario
- Brescia University College
London, Ontario
Comments