Program Description
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Computer Science (Non-Thesis) offered by the School of Computer Science in the Faculty of Science is a course-based program that emphasizes practical and rigorous learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in forward-thinking, data analysis, and information literacy to pursue professional opportunities.
Keywords:聽Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Bioinformatics, Climate Change, Compilers, Computational Biology, Complexity, Linguistics, Computer Graphics, Cryptography, Data Science, Deep Learning, Discrete Mathematics, Distributed Systems, Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, Inclusive Technology, Machine Learning, Medical Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Network Science, Neuroscience, Optimization, Quantum Computing, Robotics, Speech Processing, Technology for Good.
Unique Program Features
- The program is designed for students who want to obtain broad knowledge of advanced topics in computer science without the requirement of completing a thesis;
- The School鈥檚 Faculty members conduct research in various areas including artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning and vision, bioinformatics, systems research, computer science education, software engineering, programming languages, and foundations of computer science;
- The School is one of the leading teaching and research centres for computer science in Canada;
- The program offers an excellent preparation for the job market, though it is not recommended for students interested in eventually pursuing a Ph.D.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.2聽CGPA out of a possible 4.0 CGPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.
Program Website
website
Department Contact
Graduate Program student-advising-supervisor.cs [at] mcgill.ca (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadlines - International | Application Deadlines - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | December 15 | December 15 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.