Program Overview

Program Overview

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Saskatchewan offers graduate programs in Computer Science, including the Master of Science (M.Sc.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). These programs provide students with high-quality, cutting-edge research opportunities and supervision by world leaders in their respective fields.

Program Details

• The master's program is ideally suited to students wishing to become senior professionals in the technology industry or to those seeking to prepare for a career in scientific research.
• The doctoral program provides students with intensive training in the scientific enterprise for those wishing to pursue academic or industrial research careers.
• Graduates of these programs have gone on to work for industry-leading companies such as HP Labs and Pixar Animation Studios.

Program Structure

• The M.Sc. program is expected to be completed in 20 months.
• The Ph.D. program is expected to be completed in 4 years.
• Both programs offer thesis-based, project-based, and course-based options.

Research Supervisors

The department has a diverse range of research supervisors with expertise in various areas, including:

• Accessibility
• Artificial Intelligence
• Bioinformatics
• Cloud Computing
• Computer Vision
• Data Mining
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
• Network Security
• Software Engineering

Tuition and Funding

Funding

• All applicants to the Computer Science graduate program are automatically considered for financial support.
• M.Sc. students are normally funded for 20 months at a rate that covers tuition plus $18,000/year.
• Ph.D. students are normally funded for 4 years at a rate that covers tuition plus $20,000/year.
• Some sources of funding require a GPA of at least 80% at the time of admission and to maintain a GPA of at least 75% for the duration of their funding period.

Tuition

Thesis or Project-Based Master's Program

• Canadian students: $1,812.00 CAD per term
• International students: $4,077.00 CAD per term
• Total per academic year: $5,436.00 CAD for Canadian students, $12,231.00 CAD for international students

Doctoral Program

• Both international and domestic Ph.D. students pay the same rate: $1,812.00 CAD per term
• Total per academic year: $5,436.00 CAD

Student Fees

• In addition to tuition, students also pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services.
• The amount depends on whether the student is taking classes full-time or part-time and if they are on campus or not.

Admission Requirements

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

• Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
• A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study.
• A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.
• Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

• Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
• Master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.
• A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study.
• Demonstrated ability for independent thought, advanced study, and research.

Application Process

• Submit an online application.
• Provide personal information, contact information of referees, and complete academic history.
• Pay a non-refundable application fee.
• Upload required documents, including transcripts, proof of English language proficiency (if required), curriculum vitae or resume, and research statement.
• Ph.D. applicants must also include a thesis abstract from their previously completed M.Sc. thesis.