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Computer Science

Location

Location

  • School of Computer Science
  • McConnell Engineering, Room 318
  • 3480 University Street
  • Montreal QC H3A 0E9
  • Canada
  • Telephone: 514-398-7071, ext. 00074
  • Fax: 514-398-3883
  • Email: grad.cs [at] mcgill.ca
  • Website:

About Computer Science

About Computer Science

The School of Computer Science is one of the leading teaching and research centres for computer science in Canada. We offer several M.Sc. programs and a Ph.D. program; all include coursework and research. In the basic M.Sc. programs, students must choose between the thesis option, and the non-thesis option, which requires a project. The Ph.D. program includes an option in bioinformatics, and the thesis M.Sc. program includes options in bioinformatics and in Computational Science and Engineering. Students are normally funded by their adviser's research grants; in the case of scholarship students, this typically takes the form of a 'top-up' to the scholarship. Research in the School covers a broad range of areas, including:

  • Theory: algorithms, combinatorial optimization, computational geometry, cryptography, graph theory, logic and computation, programming languages, quantum computing, theory of computation, and scientific computing;
  • Systems: compilers, computer games, distributed systems, embedded and real-time systems, modelling and simulations, networks, software engineering;
  • Applications: bioinformatics, machine learning, robotics, computer animation, graphics, and vision.

All students must consult the , where up-to-date information about the graduate programs is posted. Any questions concerning programs should be addressed to the .

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Thesis) (45 credits)

This program is designed for students with a strong interest in research in computer science who hold at least the equivalent of an undergraduate minor in CS. This program combines a strong course component with a research thesis. It is the usual (but not mandatory) entry point for students who wish to do a Ph.D., but is also the program of choice for students who want to find challenging and exciting jobs after their master's.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Thesis): Bioinformatics (45 credits)

Bioinformatics research lies at the intersection of biological/medical sciences and mathematics/computer science/engineering. The intention of the Bioinformatics option is to train students to become researchers in this interdisciplinary field. This includes the development of strategies for experimental design, the construction of tools to analyze datasets, the application of modelling techniques, the creation of tools for manipulating bioinformatics data, the integration of biological databases, and the use of algorithms and statistics.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Thesis): Computational Science & Engineering (45 credits)

This program option is to train graduates in state-of-the-art applications of numerical and modelling methods and computer technology to scientific and engineering problems. CSE is a rapidly growing multidisciplinary area with connections to the sciences, engineering, mathematics, and computer science.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Non-Thesis) (45 credits)

This program is designed for students who want to obtain broad knowledge of advanced topics in computer science but without the requirement of a thesis. It offers an excellent preparation for the job market, but is not recommended for students interested in eventually pursuing a Ph.D.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Computer Science

The Ph.D. program trains students to become strong, independent researchers in the field of their choice. Our graduates take challenging positions in industry or take academic positions at universities and research labs. In order to apply to the Ph.D. program, applicants should normally hold a master's degree in Computer Science or a closely related area, from a well-recognized university, but exceptional students can be admitted to the Ph.D. program directly without a master's degree.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Computer Science: Bioinformatics

Bioinformatics research lies at the intersection of biological/medical sciences and mathematics/computer science/engineering. The intention of the Bioinformatics option is to train students to become researchers in this interdisciplinary field. This includes the development of strategies for experimental design, the construction of tools to analyze datasets, the application of modelling techniques, the creation of tools for manipulating bioinformatics data, the integration of biological databases and the use of algorithms and statistics.

Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2017-2018 (last updated Jul. 10, 2017) (disclaimer)

Computer Science Admission Requirements and Application Procedures

Computer Science Admission Requirements and Application Procedures

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

Master’s (M.Sc.)

The minimum requirement for admission is a bachelor's degree (cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.2 out of 4.0 or better, or equivalent) with the coursework in Computer Science as listed on our .

The website supplements the information in this publication, and should be consulted by all graduate students.

Ph.D.

In order to apply to the Ph.D. program, applicants should hold an M.Sc. degree in Computer Science or a closely related area, from a well-recognized university. Students who hold a B.Sc. degree in Computer Science but have an exceptionally strong academic record may be admitted directly to the Ph.D. program, but they must initially apply to the M.Sc. program. Students who are in the M.Sc. program have the option to be fast-tracked into the Ph.D. program at the end of their first academic year, contingent on excellent performance as judged by the Ph.D. committee.

Application Procedures

Application Procedures

91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ’s online application form for graduate program candidates is available at www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply.

See University Regulations & Resources > Graduate > Graduate 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ and Application Procedures > Application Procedures for detailed application procedures.

Additional Requirements

Additional Requirements

The items and clarifications below are additional requirements set by this department:

  • Curriculum Vitae – required for both M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs
  • Statement of Purpose – required for both M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs
  • (GRE General Test) – required for degrees from outside Canada. Optional for Ph.D. program.

Application Dates and Deadlines

Application Dates and Deadlines

Application opening dates are set by Enrolment Services in consultation with Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS), while application deadlines are set by the School of Computer Science and may be revised at any time. Applicants must verify all deadlines and documentation requirements well in advance on the appropriate 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ departmental website; please consult the list at www.mcgill.ca/gps/contact/graduate-program.

Ìý Application Opening Dates Application Deadlines
Ìý All Applicants Non-Canadian citizens (incl. Special, Visiting & Exchange) Canadian citizens/Perm. residents of Canada (incl. Special, Visiting & Exchange) Current 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Students (any citizenship)
Fall Term: Sept. 15 March 1 March 1 March 1
Winter Term: (*Ph.D. only) Feb. 15* Sept. 1* Sept. 1* Sept. 1*
Summer Term: N/A N/A N/A N/A

Admission to graduate studies is competitive; accordingly, late and/or incomplete applications are considered only as time and space permit.

For further details on our admission requirements, please visit our website at .

Scholarship Deadlines: January 1 for applicants who wish to be considered for scholarship awards; otherwise, March 1 for admission to the Fall term.
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2017-2018 (last updated Jul. 10, 2017) (disclaimer)

Computer Science Faculty

Computer Science Faculty

Director
B. Kemme
Emeritus Professors
D. Avis; B.Sc.(Wat.), Ph.D.(Stan.)
R. De Mori; Ph.D.(Politecnico Torino)
T.H. Merrett; B.Sc.(Qu.), D.Phil.(Oxf.)
M.M. Newborn; B.E.E.(Rensselaer Poly.), Ph.D.(Ohio St.), F.A.C.M.
C. Paige; B.Sc., B.Eng.(Syd.), Ph.D.(Lond.)
G.F.G. Ratzer; B.Sc.(Glas.), M.Sc.(McG.)
G.T. Toussaint; B.Sc.(Tulsa), Ph.D.(Br. Col.)
Post-Retirement
C. Tropper; B.Sc.(McG.), Ph.D.(Brooklyn Poly.)
Professors
L. Devroye; M.S.(Louvain), Ph.D.(Texas) (James 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Professor)
G. Dudek; B.Sc.(Qu.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Tor.) (James 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Professor)
L. Hendren; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Qu.), Ph.D.(Cornell), F.R.S.C. (Canada Research Chair)
P. Panangaden; M.Sc.(IIT, Kanpur), M.S.(Chic.), Ph.D.(Wisc.)
B. Reed; B.Sc., Ph.D.(McG.) (Canada Research Chair)
K. Siddiqi; B.Sc.(Lafayette), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Brown) (William Dawson Chair)
D. Thérien; B.Sc.(Montr.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Wat.) (James 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ Professor)
Associate Professors
M. Blanchette; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Montr.), Ph.D.(Wash.)
X.W. Chang; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Nanjing), Ph.D.(McG.)
C. Crépeau; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Montr.), Ph.D.(MIT)
N. Friedman; B.A.(W. Ont.), Ph.D.(Tor.)
H. Hatami; B.Sc.(Sharif), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Tor.)
B. Kemme; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany), Ph.D.(ETH, Zurich)
J. Kienzle; Eng.Dip., Ph.D.(Swiss Fed. IT)
P. Kry; B.Sc.(Wat.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Br. Col.)
M. Langer; B.Sc.(McG.), M.Sc.(Tor.), Ph.D.(McG.)
X. Liu; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Tsinghua), Ph.D.(Ill.) (William Dawson Scholar)
M. Maheswaran; B.Sc.(U. Peradeniya), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Purdue)
B. Pientka; B.Sc., M.Sc.(Tech. U. of Darmstadt, Germany), Ph.D.(Carn. Mell)
J. Pineau; B.Sc.(Wat.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Carn. Mell) (William Dawson Scholar)
D. Precup; B.Sc.(Tech. U. of Cluj-Napoca), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Mass.)
M. Robillard; B.Eng.(École Poly., Montr.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Br. Col.)
D. Ruths; B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.(Rice)
C. Verbrugge; B.A.(Qu.), Ph.D.(McG.)
A. Vetta; B.Sc., M.Sc.(LSE), Ph.D.(MIT)
J. Waldispuhl; B.Sc.(Nice Sophia Antipolis), M.Sc.(Paris VII), Ph.D.(École Poly., France)
Assistant Professors
Y. Cai; B.S.(Peking), M.S., Ph.D.(MIT) (William Dawson Scholar)
J. Cheung; B.Sc.(Br. Col.), M.Sc., Ph.D.(Tor.)
D.Meger; B.Sc.(Br. Col.), M.Sc.(McG.), Ph.D.(Br. Col.)
Faculty Lecturer
J. Vybihal; B.Sc., M.Sc.(McG.)
Associate Members
D.J. Levitin (Psychology)
D. Schlimm (Philosophy)
R. Sengupta (Geography)
B.F. Shepherd (Mathematics & Statistics)
T.R. Shultz (Psychology)
Adjunct Professors
A. Baretto, P.J. Mosterman, T. Perkins, I. Rekleitis, G.O. Sabidussi, H. Vangheluwe
Programs, Courses and University Regulations—2017-2018 (last updated Jul. 10, 2017) (disclaimer)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Thesis) (45 credits)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Thesis): Bioinformatics (45 credits)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Thesis): Computational Science & Engineering (45 credits)

Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science (Non-Thesis) (45 credits)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Computer Science

Required coursework: Students must take eight graduate courses, of which at least five are computer science courses. These courses should be chosen by the student in consultation with the supervisor (or co-supervisor) and the Progress Committee.

For more information, see Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Computer Science.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Computer Science: Bioinformatics

Faculty of Science—2017-2018 (last updated Jul. 10, 2017) (disclaimer)
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