OpenFieldCarleton PhD in Computer Science & Cybersecurity (OCICS)
Offered jointly through the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Computer Science (OCICS), offering world-class research in cybersecurity, machine learning, distributed systems, algorithms, and human-computer interaction.
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 or closely related discipline with minimum A- average (80%+).
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each individual component.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not strictly required but strongly evaluated for international credentials.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated peer-reviewed publication record or high-impact Master's thesis.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters from faculty familiar with research ability.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full 4-year departmental support package of CAD $24,000 to $29,000/year plus tuition differential waivers
- Application fee
- CAD $110 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full-time international tuition approximately CAD $9,600/term, offset by supervisor funding.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Fall admission and scholarship consideration)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Carleton University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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