About the course

Students who wish to pursue studies in computer science leading to the degree of Master of Computer Science (MCS) or Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science (PhD) can do so in joint programs offered by the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at the University of Ottawa and the School of Computer Science at Carleton University under the auspices of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Computer Science (OCICS).

　　The Institute is responsible for supervising these programs and for providing a framework for interaction between the universities in graduate computer science education.

　　In addition to the faculty members from the two computer science programs, the Institute also has members with computer science expertise from other departments.

　　The School of Computer Science is a participating unit in the collaborative program in bioinformatics at the master?s level. 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: Not available

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

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Ottawa

B+ or higher in a related honours bachelor's degree

　　It is highly recommended that you contact your referee prior to submitting your application to confirm their email address and their availability to complete your letter of recommendation

　　You must upload copies of all transcripts from universities you have attended to the student portal.

　　TOEFL 570 / IELTS Overal 6.5 – Individual 6.0 (Paper-based)

　　TOEFL 88-89 / IELTS Overal 6.5 – Individual 6.0 (Internet-based)

　　Letter of Intent outlining your career goals and proposed research area.

　　Preference Form

　　Resume required

　　Additional form

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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World ranking

　　177th / 1250

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