Master of Science [M.S] (Computational Science and Engineering)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$8,548/Yr
CA$8,548 /Yr
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$8548 (CAD 8548) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Food (On-Campus) | CA$9195 (CAD 9195) |
| Housing (Off-Campus) | CA$4860 (CAD 4860) |
- McMaster University offers MSc Computational Science and Engineering with a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis and consists of a project (16 months).
- The Master’s programs emphasize industry-relevant academic research and development and earned either with a thesis option or with a coursework-and-project option.
- There are 2 routes for the Master’s degree which students can take:
- MASc and MSc in Computational Science and Engineering (course and thesis-based)
- MEng and MSc in Computational Science and Engineering (course and project-based)
- This program is rapidly growing in multi-disciplinary areas connecting engineering, science, mathematics, and computer science to create new, powerful tools for real-world discovery and understanding.
- The research areas of the Computational Science Engineering program are:
- Computational Physical Sciences
- Computational Optimization, Design, and Control
- Computational Biosciences
- The advancements in computing power and computational methodology are allowing leading-edge researchers to effectively utilize computational simulation, modeling, and optimization.
- The School offers students the opportunity to undertake interdisciplinary research and education programs.
- The department consists of 50 faculty members who are drawn from a wide range of disciplines and nearly 50% of them hold prestigious Canada Research Chair, NSERC Industrial Chair, or SHARCNET chair appointments.
- The student-faculty ratio of the program is 12:1.
- University provides opportunities for students to attend seminars such as the Scientific Computing Seminar to increase the knowledge of the students.
- The Faculty member of the department is regular award winners including the prestigious Premier Research Excellence Award (PREA), OCUFA teaching award, McMaster Students Union Teaching Award, etc.
- Job opportunities after MSc Computational Science and Engineering are Software Engineer, Senior Web Developers, etc and the average salary goes up to 68,160 USD.
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Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete an Honours bachelor's degree (BEng, BSc, or equivalent) in the related field from a recognized University.
- The related fields include a UG degree in physical sciences, mathematics, or engineering that included a substantial computational component.
- For the thesis option, students must have a bachelor’s degree with an average of at least B+ grade (77% equivalent to a McMaster GPA of 8.5) in the last 2 years of study.
- For the course-and-project option, students must have a bachelor’s degree with an average of at least a B grade (73% equivalent to a McMaster GPA of 7.5) in the last 2 years of study.
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 3-year UG degree must have a substantial background in computer science or software engineering or a related field.
- Students must have a B+ or B average grade, based on a full-year equivalent of final year courses.
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.
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Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Academic or Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Two confidential letters of recommendation from instructors most familiar with student’s academic work.
Key Resources for Your Study Abroad Journey
Course Guides
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Masters in Computer Engineering in Canada: Complete Course Guide
Masters in Computer Science in Canada: Top Colleges, Requirements, Scholarships & Job Opportunities
Masters in Engineering (M.Eng) in Canada 2023: Top Colleges, Fees, Admissions, Financial Aid, Jobs
Career and Placement after Course
The career opportunities are:
- Software Engineer
- Software Developers
- Senior Web Developers
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Information system consultant
- Embedded systems engineer
- Computer Network Architects
- Senior Database Administrators
- Human-Machine Interaction Specialist
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
- Computer and Information Research Scientists
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Trillium Scholarship 2 | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeAwards | |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 3,500/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| (ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 8,459/Yr$8,459 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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