Master Programme
Computer Science
Ontario Tech's two-year, thesis-based MSc in Computer Science pairs applied research with professional skills, in digital media, AI/data, security or software. Offered by the Faculty of Science, it takes a broad approach that draws on engineering, science and business to train high-quality software professionals. Alongside applied research for a thesis, it builds professional skills such as project management, teamwork, leadership and written and oral communication, and students are encouraged to present their results at conferences. Most graduates go on to industrial research or software development. Students research in one of four fields: Digital Media (graphics, animation, visual analytics, games and computer vision), Information Science (databases, machine learning, intelligent systems and health informatics), Networks and IT Security, or Software Design (software engineering, distributed computing and software architecture).
University
Ontario Tech University
Country
Canada
Level
Master
Field
Computer Science
Duration
About 24 months full-time
Language
English
Campus
North Oshawa campus
Degree
Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science
Intake
September, January or May
Application Deadline
International applicants: September 2027 entry by 1 February 2027 and May 2027 entry by 13 November 2026 (the January 2027 intake closed on 1 September 2026). Ontario Tech gives priority to applications completed (with every supporting document, including reference letters) by the deadline; later applications are considered case by case if seats remain. International applicants who need a study permit are advised to apply at least six months before the start date. Graduate applications are submitted online through the OUAC graduate application, and Ontario Tech may change or close deadlines without notice
Tuition Information
International: CAD 20,124.30 a year in tuition (Ontario Tech's 2026-2027 international flat fee for Master of Science programs, CAD 6,708.10 a term), charged in all three terms (fall, winter and spring) for as long as you are registered, so about CAD 40,249 over 24 months at this year's rate. Graduate students also pay ancillary fees each term (health and dental plan, legal protection, virtual doctor, sports and recreation and other services) and students in fee-per-credit programs who need extra terms to finish a project, major paper or thesis pay a continuation fee. These are Ontario Tech's 2026-2027 international rates; fees for 2027-2028 had not been published and are subject to change without notice
Admission Requirements
- A four-year honours undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or software engineering from a Canadian university, or the equivalent from a recognized institution
- Minimum overall academic standing of B (GPA 3.0 on a 4.3 scale, or 73-76%), with at least a B average in the last two full-time years (four semesters) of undergraduate study, or the equivalent
- Admission depends on a research supervisor being available, so Ontario Tech recommends contacting a potential supervisor before applying. In the statement of academic intent, list the kinds of courses you could teach as a teaching assistant
- English proficiency: a test is not needed if you studied full-time for at least three years in a university degree program taught and examined in English, or completed such a degree (ESL study does not count). Otherwise: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall; TOEFL iBT (tests from 21 January 2026) 4.5 overall with no section below 4.0, or for earlier tests 83 overall with Listening 20, Reading 20, Speaking 19 and Writing 20 (MyBest scores are not accepted); TOEFL paper-based 560; or CAEL 70 with no sub-score below 60. Test results more than 24 months old at the time of application are not accepted