About the course

​The Computer Science program provides the bedrock for exciting careers at the forefront of innovation in private industry or entrepreneurship. It helps students build skills and novel ideas for designing and implementing software, as well as developing effective algorithms to solve computing problems and plan and manage organizational technology infrastructures. Cutting-edge companies such as Google, Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Autodesk, and Microsoft frequently hire graduates. Alumni are also actively engaged in entrepreneurship, innovation, and creating start-ups.

　　Outcomes

　　Technology sector, business start-ups, computer science research, IT, software development. 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	Calgary
Fall (September), 2024	Calgary
Winter (January), 2025	Calgary

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Calgary

A minimum of 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree. Post-degree CS courses may be considered when calculating GPA. Exceptions to GPA requirement may be considered for those with demonstrated research excellence.

　　Minimum education

　　Four year degree in computer science or another field with 3rd or 4th year courses in the following areas: Theory of Computation, Software Engineering, Systems (OS, Compilers, Distributed Systems, Networking), Application (AI, Graphics, Databases, etc.). Two letters of reference dated within twelve months of the application.

　　Optional: Special consideration will be given to those with GRE scores of at least 600 verbal, 750 quantitative, and 720 analytical (5.5 in the new format). Applicants from outside Canada are expected to apply with GRE scores.

　　TOEFL score of 97 (Internet-based).

　　IELTS score of 7.0, or higher (Academic version)

　　TOEFL score of 580 (paper-based test)

　　Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 97.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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

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