Master of Science in Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science offers a four-term graduate program leading to a Master of Science degree in Computer Science. This program provides a high quality, leading-edge education on Computer Science that produces highly capable and sought after professionals able to excel in today’s ever changing technological world.This program is very flexible, allowing the students the opportunity to select courses on their chosen area of specialization. Thesis and project based MSc students have the opportunity of conducting state of the art research with internationally renowned researchers. Course work based MSc students get a solid background in core and applied areas of Computer Science, giving them the edge they need to compete in any marketplace.Program Length5 Terms (Full-time study)

Four year Honours degree or equivalent in Computer Science from an accredited university college or instituteAchieved at least a 78 percent or B plus overall average as determined by the DepartmentFor students who do not hold a four year Honours degree in Computer Science to be eligible to apply for admission into the MSc program they must have the equivalent of the followingFouryear Honours degree or equivalent with very high standing from an accredited university college or instituteComputer Science 2212 Introduction to Software Engineering Computer Science 3340 Analysis of Algorithms I plus two additional Computer Science courses at the thirdyear or fourthyear level.