Overview

Outcomes

Graduates of this Computer Science program at Ontario Tech University will not only have strong technical expertise in their particular field, but will also have the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams and be able to tackle problems that require both technical and non-technical solutions.
The program differs from most existing computer science programs as it concentrates on both applied research and the development of professional skills. The intention is that most of the graduates from this program will build careers in industrial research and software development.
The program also prepares graduates for careers in academia, but it is expected that most of the graduates from this program will select careers in industry. The program focuses on the skills required for successful careers in industry, reflecting the university's goals to be market-oriented and to provide high-quality professional education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pervasive and Mobile Computing
Advanced Topics in Software Design
Computer Communication Networks
Cryptography and Secure Communications
Advanced Topics in IT Security
User Interface Technology
Topics in Digital Media
Information Visualization
3D Imaging from Local Illumination to Holography
Information and Social Networks: Theory and Application
Machine Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-09-03 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-07-12 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-05-06 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2025-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

83

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 48 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

83

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a master's level degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or software engineering from a Canadian university, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
A minimum B+ average (GPA: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent).
Admission depends on the availability of a research supervisor. It is recommended that applicants contact a potential supervisor before formally applying.
In their statement of academic intent, applicants should include the type(s) of course(s) they feel they are suitable to teach as teaching assistants.

Tuition Fee

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International

19166 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19166 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

7579 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7579 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Oshawa

1100 - 1700 CAD /month

Living costs

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