About the course

The Master of Applied Computer Science (MACS) program is a 16-month graduate degree that prepares you for a dynamic career in the software industry by developing strong technical skills with core courses in systems, communications, and data management.

　　Create a program that is right for you

　　Apply what you?ve learned in class in either a paid industry internship, an entrepreneurship work term, or a research project with one of our stream options:

　　Internship: Gain technical experience in the context of an industry work placement

　　Entrepreneurship: Learn the technical and business knowledge needed to create your own business

　　Project: Gain the technical know-how as you complete a research project within an established research lab

　　This is a full-time program and typically takes 2 years to complete. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$36,530

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Halifax
Fall (September), 2024	Halifax
Winter (January), 2025	Halifax
Fall (September), 2025	Halifax
Winter (January), 2026	Halifax

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Dalhousie University

Four-year Bachelor’s degree. TOEFL IBT - 92. TOEFL PBT - 580. IELTS - 7.0. To be considered for a graduate program within the Faculty of Computer Science, all applicants must have the equivalent of a four-year undergraduate university degree, a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Dalhousie University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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