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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Canada

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

  • 428 programmes
  • 70 institutions
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  1. Master

    Computer Science (Masters)

    University of Guelph 🇨🇦 Guelph, Ontario, Canada

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  3. Bachelor

    Software Engineering (137 credits) (Bachelor)

    McGill University 🇨🇦 Montreal, Quebec, Canada

  4. Minor

    Computer Science (Minor)

    Mount Allison University 🇨🇦 Sackville, Canada

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  6. Major

    Software Engineering (Major)

    University of Guelph 🇨🇦 Guelph, Ontario, Canada

  7. Major

    Computer science (Major)

    Luther College 🇨🇦 Regina, Canada

  8. Undergraduate

    Computer Security (Undergraduate)

    York University 🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada

  9. Other programmes

    Computer Science

    Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) 🇨🇦 Kingston, Saint-Jean (Quebec), Canada

Study Computer Science & Engineering in Canada – facts and figures

In Canada, 70 universities and colleges offer 428 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 151 Bachelor, 38 Master and 27 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Toronto, Windsor, Burnaby and Montreal, Quebec. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Windsor, British Columbia Institute of Technology and McGill University.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 428 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 70 institutions in Canada. Popular cities include Toronto, Windsor and Burnaby.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in Canada?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Windsor, British Columbia Institute of Technology, McGill University, Centennial College and Carleton University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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