Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Mathematics in Computer Science with a specialization in quantum information is an interdisciplinary program offered through the Institute of Quantum Computing (IQC). This program allows students to apply theories from computer science to understand and use properties from the quantum world.

Program Highlights

• The Cheriton School of Computer Science has been ranked number one nationally four years in a row based on program and research reputation according to the Maclean’s 2024 university rankings.
• Learn from internationally acclaimed researchers.
• Access research-intensive lab spaces.
• Opportunities to publish your work and present at top conferences.
• Own your work. Waterloo’s intellectual property (IP) policy means that everything you create is yours to keep.

Program Details

Department/School

The program is offered by the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science.

Faculty

The program is part of the Faculty of Mathematics.

Admit Term(s)

Admission is available for the Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), and Spring (May - August) terms.

Delivery Mode

The program is delivered on-campus.

Program Type

The program is a collaborative, master's, research-based program.

Length of Program

The program is 24 months long for full-time students.

Registration Option(s)

Students can register as full-time or part-time.

Study Option(s)

The program offers a thesis study option.

Application Deadlines

• December 1 (for admission in September of the following year)
• June 1 (for admission in January of the following year)
• October 1 (for admission in May of the following year)

Admission Requirements

• An honours bachelor degree in computer science or engineering (or equivalent degree) with at least a 78% standing.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.
• Check out Waterloo's institutional thesis repository - UWspace to see recent submissions from the Cheriton School of Computer Science graduate students.

Application Materials

• Resume
• Statement of interest
  • A statement of maximum 500 words explaining your interest in and fit for the program you’re applying to.
• Program-specific questions (PSQ)
  • These are questions specific to the program you’re applying to.
• Transcript(s)
• References
  • Three references are required; at least two academic.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
  • TOEFL 93 (writing 22, speaking 22), IELTS 6.5 (writing 6.0, speaking 6.5)

Tuition and Fees

• Visit the graduate program tuition page on the Finance website to determine the tuition and incidental fees per term for your program.
• Review living costs and housing.
• Review the funding graduate school resources for graduate students.