Master of Science [M.Sc] (Computer Science)
Field of Study
$ 14,368
1st Year
Fees
International Student Tution
Program Description
- MSc computer science at McGill University allows students to complete this course in 1.5 years.
- Students must have to complete 45 credits successfully.
- This program is offered in coursework and research-based.
- This program combines a strong course like programming languages, quantum computing, theory of computation component with a research thesis.
- The students to faculty ratio for this program is 16:1.
- The School of Computer Science at McGill University is one of the leading teaching and research centers for computer science in Canada.
- This program is designed for students with a strong interest in research in computer science.
- The career/job opportunities after this program are Computer Hardware Engineer, Computer Network Architect, Database Administrator, Information Security Analyst, Computer System Analyst, Web Developer, etc.
- The average salary after this program 82,500 USD.
Program Highlights
Degree Type Offered | Master |
Duration | 1.5 years |
Total Credits | 45 |
Fees | $ 38208 for 1.5 yearsor 45 Credits Program |
Delivery Type | full time |
Admission Intake | fall (Deadline - Mar 1) |
Admission Intake | Scholarship Deadline (Deadline - Jan 21) |
Language Proficiency | IELTS,TOEFL |
Exams | GRE |
Program URL | https://www.mcgill.ca/study/2019-2020/faculties/science/graduate/programs/master-science-msc-computer-... |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a bachelor's degree with coursework in Computer Science.
- GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- The minimum requirements are an overall average of 60% in each year, as well as in all prerequisite subjects. Subjects must include mathematics, and two of biology, chemistry or physics in Class 11 and 12.
- GPA of 3.0/4.0 [B Grade].
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.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem….Read More
Required Document List
Followings are the required document:
- Official Transcripts: Students have to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
- Letters of Reference: Students have to submit two letters of recommendation.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL or other test scores.
Application Deadline
Event | End Date |
fall | Mar 1, 2021 |
Scholarship Deadline | Jan 21, 2021 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
Year/Head | Year 1 | Year 2 |
Tuition Fees | $14368 | $14368 |
Health Insurance | $891 | $891 |
Others | $1229 | $1229 |
Total Fees | $19104 | $19104 |
Living Costs
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
Housing | $ 9789 |
Food | $ 4106 |
Ranking

QS World University 2020
Ranked #51 / 600
Computer Science and Engineering [ International ]
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
Sandhya and Swati Sharma MBA Leadership Award | $ 7823 | Yes | Mar 15, 2021 |
Go Clean Scholarship | $ 3500 | Yes | Dec 31, 2020 |
FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship | $ 20000 | Yes | N/A |
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Variable | Yes | Feb 19, 2021 |
Options Available
Program | Delivery Type | Duration | Program Type | Tution Fees |
Computer Science (Project Option) | full time | 1.5 years | on-campus | $14368 |
VISA & Work Study
VISA
- International applicants who are applying for a Canadian student visa are required to have TRV (Temporary Resident Visa or ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) for entry in Canada.
- Students need these documents for student visa application:
- Proof of Acceptance
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Financial Support
Work Study
- Work while studying International students on the study visa are still able to work 20 hours/week.
- Students can work part-time up to 20 hours a week combined on-campus and off-campus work during an academic session and full-time during a regularly scheduled break.
Career and Placement after Course
Followings are the career/job opportunities after MSc Computer Science:
- Computer Hardware Engineer
- Computer Network Architect
- Database Administrator
- Information Security Analyst
- Computer System Analyst
- Web Developer
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Reviews
My counsellor recommended this University because she felt it would be a good match for me. And it was for this reason that I finished the course and everything else. I was so impressed with the university that after completing my bachelors, I applied straight away, filling out an online application and paying a $115 application fee.
Course Curriculum :
The course was planned to fulfill our varied goals and professional ambitions in a number of fields. We are being educated to deal with the psychological, physical, and financial problems that may occur through the development and maintenance of software. Various subjects are covered, from data structures, programming, Algorithms and so on.
The alive student community with all sorts of clubs and activities catering to many, many interests, grabbed my attention toward this university and it's ranking was also very impressing. To avail of all the facilities here, I decided to opt for it by paying $120 through the online admission admission portal of the university.
Course Curriculum :
It is a rather short program of 1.5 years, it combines a strong course like programming languages, quantum computing, theory of computation component with a research thesis. It is basically designed for the ones with a strong interest in research in computer science.
My counsellor recommended this University because she felt it would be a good match for me. And it was for this reason that I finished the course and everything else. I was so impressed with the university that after completing my bachelors, I applied straight away, filling out an online application and paying a $110 application fee.
Course Curriculum :
The course was planned to fulfill our varied goals and professional ambitions in a number of fields. We are being educated to deal with the psychological, physical, and financial problems that may occur through the development and maintenance of software. Various subjects are covered, from data structures, programming, Algorithms and so on.
The alive student community with all sorts of clubs and activities catering to many, many interests, grabbed my attention toward this university and it's ranking was also very impressing. To avail of all the facilities here, I decided to opt for it by paying $120 through the online admission admission portal of the university.
Course Curriculum :
It is a rather short program of 1.5 years, it combines a strong course like programming languages, quantum computing, theory of computation component with a research thesis. It is basically designed for the ones with a strong interest in research in computer science.