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Study computer science in Canada

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What types of computer science degrees can you study in Canada?

Computer science contains a number of disciplines and specializations that you can choose to study at degree level. Some common computer science subdisciplines you could study include:

  • Artificial intelligence
  • Computer forensics
  • Software engineering
  • Information systems

If you would rather focus your studies on one specific area, it may be worth considering one of these courses.

What do computer science experts in Canada say?

  • Dr Vijay Mago

    Dr Vijay Mago

    Lakehead University Chair of Computer Science
    Dr Vijay Mago says

    The Department of Computer Science at Lakehead University has been recognized as one of the top Computer Science programs in Canada in the Maclean's 2021 post-secondary evaluation rankings.

    Lakehead's courses are updated regularly with cutting-edge, relevant, and high-demand content including pattern recognition, big data analytics, image processing, natural language processing, deep learning, machine learning, neural networks, cyber security, and optimization algorithms.

    For those interested in pursuing a research career, Lakehead's master's program contains a Vector Institute recognized Artificial Intelligence specialization with many opportunities to contribute to research and industry-focused initiatives.

    We are proud of this achievement and of our graduates, who have a 100% employment rate and are currently some of the highest-paid university graduates in Ontario.

    Our intention is to continue to align high-impact, industry-relevant research with the learning outcomes and course content in our undergraduate program so that graduates have the skills to thrive in today’s technology career paths.

    Lakehead's students have had success in receiving research funding from bodies such as NSERC, SSHRC, MITACS, ONCAT, the Canadian Revenue Agency, and the university also collaborates both domestically and internationally with industry partners.

Top computer science programs in Canada

What are the top Computer Science Undergraduate programs in Canada?

Bachelor's in computer science in Canada

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    Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) - BCompSci Conestoga College, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    13,681 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 18,466 CAD

    Start date
    January
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    Computer Science (with Algoma University) - BCompSci Northern College, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    42 months
    Annual tuition fee
    12,780 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,250 CAD

    Start date
    January
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    Computer Science - BSc Mount Royal University, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    17,114 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,100 CAD

    Start date
    September
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    Mathematics & Computer Science - BMath (Hons) University of Windsor, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,187 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,100 CAD

    Start date
    May, September, January
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    Business Administration (Laurier) and Computer Science (Waterloo) Double Degree - Dual BCompSci/BMath University of Waterloo, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    51,861 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 70,000 CAD

    Start date
    September
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Associate in computer science in Canada

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    Computer Science - ASc Alexander College, Canada

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    13,558 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 18,300 CAD

    Start date
    May, September, January
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    Computer Science - ASc Langara College, Canada

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    14,178 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 19,138 CAD

    Start date
    May, September, January
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    Computer Science - ASc Columbia College, Canada

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    13,002 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 17,550 CAD

    Start date
    May, September, January
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Diploma in computer science in Canada

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    Computer Science - Dip Vancouver Island University, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    18,110 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 24,445 CAD

    Start date
    September
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What are the top Computer Science Graduate programs in Canada?

Master's in computer science in Canada

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    Computer Science - MSc Lakehead University, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    17,040 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,000 CAD

    Start date
    May, September, January
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    Computer Science - MSc Acadia University, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,687 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 21,174 CAD

    Start date
    January, September
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    Computer Science - MSc Toronto Metropolitan University, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    18,902 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 25,514 CAD

    Start date
    September, January
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    Computer Science - MCompSc Carleton University, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,630 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 21,097 CAD

    Start date
    September
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    Computer Science - MSc University of Guelph, Canada

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    10,131 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 13,675 CAD

    Start date
    September
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Doctorate in computer science in Canada

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    Computer Science - PhD University of Manitoba, Canada

    Program type
    Doctorate
    Duration
    5 years
    Annual tuition fee
    6,563 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 8,859 CAD

    Start date
    September
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Student reviews for computer science in Canada

  • Shing Wai Perry Tang
    Hong Kong
    Overall experience 5 stars
    Academic
    5 stars
    University social
    5 stars
    Accommodation
    5 stars
    University facilities
    5 stars
    New York Tech Vancouver Computer Science
    Tell us about studying computer science in Canada
    Lecturers is great. One of them is Prof. Yunlong Shao. He is also elected one of the five best professor in North America.
  • Samantha Sanchez
    Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
    Overall experience 5 stars
    Academic
    5 stars
    University social
    5 stars
    Accommodation
    5 stars
    University facilities
    3 stars
    New York Tech Vancouver Computer Science
    Tell us about studying computer science in Canada
    We have quality content in the Masters. The teachers are professionals and helpful.