Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Computer Science)
Field of Study:
$22,037 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science at McGill University is offered as a 3-year teaching program.
- Students need to complete 90 credits successfully to graduate from this program.
- This program consists of coursework and research, end up in the presentation of a thesis.
- The program also offers a specialization in Artificial Intelligence. Note that this specialization is a project-based, non-funded program aimed to prepare students to apply AI methods in the workplace.
- Specializations include Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Graphics, Computer Security, Computer Vision, Data Science, Human-Centered Computing, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Theory of Computation.
- The Ph.D. program trains students to become strong, independent researchers in the field of their choice.
- This 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.
- With 63 research faculty and over 200 graduate students and research staff, graduate programs foster a dynamic research environment.
- The student to the teacher for this particular course is 4:1, which helps increase interaction between professors and students.
- Students may have job opportunities as Software Developers, Web Developers, etc with an average salary of around 45,000 USD per year.
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake | Jan 3, 2025 |
Application Deadline For Winter 2026 Intake | Aug 1, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $22037 (CAD 29780) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing | $7244 (CAD 9789) |
Food | $3038 (CAD 4106) |
Health Insurance | $775 (CAD 1047) |
Total Cost | $11057 (CAD 14942) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must be qualified with a master’s degree in Computer Science or related field from a recognized institution.
- The related fields include a UG degree in Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Graphics, Computer Security, Computer Vision, Data Science, Human-Centered Computing, and computer information systems.
- In addition, those admitted must have completed the equivalent of a senior-level course in the area of theoretical computer science.
- Minimum grade point ‘B+’ (75% – 79%) is required to enroll in this program.
Work Experience Eligibility:
- Applicants with 3-year degrees may be considered for admission with one year of work experience
- Students do not require any kind of work experience for 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 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 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
Scores Required
Required Document List
Followings are the required document:
- Official Transcripts: Students have to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
- Letters of Reference: Students have to submit two letters of recommendation.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL or other test scores.
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Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake (1st Dec 2024) | USD 32,323 /Yr CAD 43,680 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For 2025 Intake (30th Mar 2025) | USD 4,666 /Yr CAD 6,306 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For Spring 2025 Intake (1st Oct 2024) Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake (1st Dec 2024) Application Deadline For Winter 2026 Intake (1st Jun 2025) | USD 17,085 /Yr CAD 23,088 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For Winter Intake (1st Feb 2025) Application Deadline For Fall Intake (30th Apr 2025) | USD 8,831 /Yr CAD 11,934 /Yr |
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Course Guides
PhD in Canada: Top Universities, Application Process, Cost, Scholarships and Job Prospects
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Laval University Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
The Google Lime Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 7,400/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships | Scholarship per student$ 51,800/Yr$70,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
BrokerFish International Student Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 740/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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A four-year bachelor’s degree is typically required to apply for graduate admission at McGill University. However, the university also somtimes accepts applications from students who have completed a three-year bachelor’s degree on a case-by-case basis. However, meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program, as admission decisions are highly competitive and based on a holistic review of each students’s credentials.