Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Computer Science)
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$38,472/Yr
CA$38,472 /Yr
About this course:
- The Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science offered by Ryerson University is a 2-year long program.
- It is an on-campus, research-based program offered on a full-time basis only.
- This program offers students a solid background in core areas and exposure to cutting-edge research in computer science and may apply for a PhD after completing this program.
- It requires students to complete 6 elective graduate-level courses and a project under the supervision of a program faculty member.
- The PhD program consists of 3 options:
- Course Option
- Major Research Paper-based (MRP)
- Thesis Option
- The PhD thesis option is designed for students seeking training as a researcher under the supervision of a faculty member and requires to complete 4 elective graduate-level courses and a thesis.
- The Major Research Paper (MRP) option is designed for students seeking both broad pieces of knowledge of advanced topics in computer science and training as a researcher.
- The PhD course option is for students who desire broad knowledge of advanced topics in computer science and requires to complete 8 elective graduate-level courses.
- University provides the flexibility to complete both the course and MRP options to complete in 1 year and completion of the thesis option in 2 years.
- The Computer Science graduate faculty conduct research in a wide range of subjects, including Artificial Intelligence, Computer Graphics, Cyber-security, Data Science, Machine Learning, etc.
- The Ryerson University ranked 1st position in Ontario and 4th nationally for research growth and the student-faculty ratio for this program is 38:1.
- Ryerson’s researchers are known for being able to solve practical problems, using collaborative research methods and partnering with industry, government, and non-profit organizations.
- The Faculty of the department have received global recognition by winning awards like Teaching and Education Awards, Scholarly, Research, and Creative Activity Awards, etc.
- Job opportunities after MSc Computer Science are Software Developer, Data Scientist, Database Analyst, etc and the average salary goes up to 68,280 USD.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$38472 (CAD 38472) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Books and supply | CA$1400 (CAD 1400) |
| Total Cost | CA$1400 (CAD 1400) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2022 | CA$20521 (CAD 20521) |
| 2021 | CA$23850 (CAD 23850) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Completion of a master’s degree in computer science or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) or equivalent of 3.33/4.33 (B+)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Provide a statement of intent. Applicants statement should be approximately 500 words long and must include, in the first three lines:
- The names of any potential Supervisors or faculty members in the program with whom they might like to work;
- Their proposed areas of research;
- Any sources of funding that they hold or have applied for to support their graduate studies (scholarships, fellowships, grants, awards, self-funding, etc.).
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 Masters (General) degree with 60% from a recognized institution.
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 to get admission to this program.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- OUAC Application Form: Students have to fill and submit the online application form.
- 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.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Other bachelor's Degrees: Foundation courses will be required, exemptions are based on courses taken during a UG degree.
- Two Letter of Recommendation: Reference letters are a key component of the application package depending on the program student are applying for research and/or professional abilities.
- Electronic Official transcripts: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
- Statement of Interest: Student has to fill their interesting research work area in the application form.
- Interview: After the submission of the student’s application, they will be contacted to complete an online video interview.
Career and Placement after Course
Following are the Job opportunities of PhD in Computer Science are:
- Software Developer
- Data Scientist
- Database Analyst
- Computer Vision Scientist
- Roboticist
- Information Technologist
- Professor
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Ellis R. Ott Scholarship for Applied Statistics and Quality Management | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| JN Tata Endowment Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| The Google Lime Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,000/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Debesh Kamal Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,385/Yr$1,385 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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