Master of Science [M.S] (Computer Science)
Field of Study:
CA$19,362/Yr
- M.Sc Computer Science at Western University is offered as a full-time basis for a duration of 2-year.
- Ranked 4th in Canada’s best universities by student satisfaction in Maclean’s Rankings 2020.
- The Department of Computer Science at the University of Western Ontario, established in 1964, is internationally recognized for excellence in research and teaching. Their faculty have research collaborations across the department, across the campus, nationally and internationally.
- Their graduate students are vitally involved in the department; student representatives actively participate in departmental committees and meetings and contribute to the decision making and shaping of the department's future.
- The Student to ratio is 24:1.
- The Employment rate of Western University is 91%.
- Students can apply for scholarship programs initiated by the Government of Canada up to 40,664 USD per year.
- The living cost range in Canada is 4,500 USD – 10,800 per year.
- The average salary goes up to 68,500 USD after completing this program.
- Students have career opportunities to work as:
- IT consultant
- Cybersecurity consultant
- Information systems manager
- Database administrator
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline for 2024 Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | CA$19362 (CAD 19362) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Living Expenses | CA$12262 (CAD 12262) |
Health Insurance | CA$2226 (CAD 2226) |
Other Fees | CA$1548 (CAD 1548) |
Total Cost | CA$16036 (CAD 16036) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2021 | CA$14889 (CAD 14889) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete a science bachelor’s honors degree in computer science or a highly related discipline.
- Or, bachelor's (4-year, honors degree) or equivalent from a recognized degree-granting institution.
- GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) in the last 2 years of study is required to be eligible for this program.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, completed graduation in B.Sc.(H) Computer Science or B.Sc. Applied Physical Sciences with Mathematics and Computer Science.
- Or, completed a B.Sc (General) degree from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Median GRE Score Over Years
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of your experience and skills.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS,..etc.
- Exam scores like GMAT, GRE are to be submitted.
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Career and Placement after Course
After completing this program students have job opportunities in:
- IT consultant
- Cybersecurity consultant
- Information systems manager
- Database administrator
- Multimedia programmer
- Systems analyst
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeAwards | |
Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Goa Education Trust Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Aga khan Foundation Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
Comments
Students applying for admission in the master programs of Western University must have a minimum of 70% overall average in the last 2 full-time years of the undergraduate degree. Besides the GPA requirement there are certain program-specific requirements as well.