Overview

The PhD in Intelligent Systems and Data Science (ISDS) at Brock University is a thesis-based program that targets the need for highly qualified scientists to tackle challenges in artificial intelligence & machine learning, integrated smart systems, modern software systems, statistical/mathematical modelling & analytics, and big data infrastructure.

Career outcomes

Research and Teaching careers where they can tackle challenges in artificial intelligence and machine learning, mathematical modeling and analytics, and big data infrastructures:

Academia
Education
Government
Community

Research and Development Careers in Business and Industry where logical thinking, problem solving, and knowledge of qualitative methods are required:

Software Development
Information Technology
Startup companies
Business Intelligence
Insurances, Finances and Marketing
Medical and technological fields

Programme Structure

The Ph.D. in Intelligent Systems and Data Science is unique in many ways:

The degree title and focus areas are distinct throughout Ontario and Canada.
This interdisciplinary degree directly acknowledges the fundamental and intrinsic relationship between computer science, mathematics, and statistics.
The degree strives to foster a cohesive interdisciplinary program and community of students.
The qualifying examination requires students to write a research grant application. This experience will give students unique training in grant preparation.
The program allows students to gain experience in developing and applying advanced AI algorithms, complex software systems, data analytics tools, and statistical models.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Robotics Information Systems

Academic requirements

GPA

A-

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students holding an MSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related discipline with a minimum 80% overall average from an accredited institution.
In exceptional cases, students may be admitted into the PhD program with a four-year Honours Bachelor's degree, or the equivalent, in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related discipline, with an overall average of at least an 85%.
These students must demonstrate high research potential adjudicated by the graduate program committee.

You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program specific materials:

Three academic references
Completed Statement of Research Interest that indicates potential supervisors
CV
GRE Scores (general or math test) optional

Tuition Fee

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International

15668 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7834 CAD per semester during 48 months.
National

5450 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2725 CAD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for St. Catharines

1015 - 1615 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Intelligent Systems and Data Science.

Available Scholarships

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