Master of Computer Science

The Master of Computer Science is a course-based graduate program designed for graduates holding a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology (IT), or related fields:

• Specialized High-Demand Focus: Prepares students to build advanced technical expertise in software engineering, applied artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software systems, IT, and data analytics.

• Industry & Economic Alignment: Directly addresses current provincial and regional institutional needs for highly qualified tech professionals, targeting sectors crucial for economic diversification.

• Practical & Project Management Skills: Equips graduates to handle complex software development project management and high-level data analytics required by modern organizations.

Academic Background: 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.

Minimum GPA: 70.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.5

• TOEFL: 93.0

• PTE: 65.0

• Duolingo: 115

Conditional & Direct Admission Options:

• Direct Admission (Pending Scores): Applicants awaiting official language test results can apply for direct admission and receive a conditional offer, provided qualifying language scores are submitted before receiving a final offer letter.

Entrance scholarships for international students at Algoma University are automatically applied upon admission review and available for undergraduate and post-secondary certificate programs:

Chancellor's Award ($5,000 CAD/year, up to $20,000 CAD total): Awarded to high school graduates enrolled full-time (15 credits/term). Requires an A+ average (90–100% OSSD equivalent) and higher language scores (IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL 85 / PTE 65 / Duolingo 125). Renewable for up to 3 additional years with an 80% annual average, 12 credits/term minimum, and no failed courses. (Recipients who transition to Canadian Permanent Residency remain eligible for renewal).

President's Award ($2,500 CAD, one-time): Granted to Ontario Secondary School (OSSD) graduates entering their first year full-time (12 credits/term) with an average of 80%–89.9% across top six Grade 12 U/M courses.

The Dean's Award ($1,000 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B+ academic standing (or equivalent).

Award of Excellence ($500 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B academic standing (or equivalent).