Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Computer Science)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$22,188/Yr
CA$22,188 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science program allows students to complete their degree in 2 years.
- This program is offered on a full-time basis and it will also be offered on a part-time basis.
- This course includes the following research areas:
- Algorithms and Complexity
- Artificial Intelligence
- Bioinformatics
- Computer Algebra and Symbolic Computation
- Computer Graphics
- Cryptography, Security, and Privacy
- This program is offered as a thesis-based.
- The students to faculty ratio for this program is 17:1.
- The Cheriton School of Computer Science is named for David R. Cheriton, who earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science in 1978, and made a transformational gift to the School in 2005.
- It has become the largest academic concentration of Computer Science researchers in Canada. Discover the latest achievements by following our news and events.
- The University of Waterloo ranks #2 in Canada for engineering according to U.S. News and World Report Best Global Universities 2019.
- The job opportunities after this program that students get are:
- Software developer
- Hardware engineer
- IT specialist
- Systems designer, etc., with an average salary of 57,520 USD.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$22188 (CAD 22188) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | CA$7200 (CAD 7200) |
| Food | CA$2118 (CAD 2118) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | CA$11347 (CAD 11347) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must be qualified with a thesis-based master’s degree in a related field from a recognized institution.
- In addition, those admitted must have completed the equivalent of a senior-level course in the area of theoretical Computer studies.
- Minimum grade point ‘A’ (83%) is required to enroll in this program.
- A Master's degree obtained without a full research thesis is normally an inadequate qualification for admission to the Ph.D. 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 a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree with a first-class from a NAAC-accredited institution.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 309 for better a chance of admission.
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.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem….Read More
Required Document List
Followings are the required documents:
- Official Transcripts: Students need to submit their copy of their original transcripts. Official transcripts are printed on security paper with the University of Waterloo seal and signature of the Registrar.
- Statement of Interest: Statement of interest is one of the few ways to describe that faculty have to understand the student's motivation, the seriousness of purpose, and their level of commitment to the discipline.
- Reference Letter: Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets.
- CV/Resume: Students should probably provide a resume, a copy of their transcripts, as well as a copy of their statement of interest, and other relevant application material.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS,..etc.
TOP Scholarships
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Career and Placement after Course
Careers possible after this course are:
- Software Developers
- Web Developers
- Power Engineer
- Electrical Engineer
- Transit Technology Systems Engineer
- Industrial Electronics Specialist
- Medical Device Developer
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 719/Yr$719 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Cotton Family Women in Mathematics Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 2,146/Yr$2,146 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| QNX Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,434/Yr$10,434 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeAwards | |
| Hira and Kamal Ahuja Award in Engineering | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,000/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| University of Waterloo Merit Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 710/Yr$710 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeAwards | |
| Robbert Hartog Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,775/Yr$3,775 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific |
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