OpenFieldMcMaster PhD in Computer Science & Software Engineering
Four-year research-intensive doctoral program exploring artificial intelligence, algorithm design, formal methods, safety-critical software, and bioinformatics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Mathematics with at least a B+ (78%) average.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 overall (6.5 in each component) or TOEFL iBT 92.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- General GRE optional but encouraged.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis or peer-reviewed conference publications in computing.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Guaranteed minimum funding package of CAD $26,000/year for 4 years through research assistantships, teaching assistantships, and scholarships
- Application fee
- CAD $110 graduate application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Subsidized through departmental base funding allocations.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027 (Fall admission cycle deadline for international applicants)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official McMaster University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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