MASTER OF ENGINEERING M.ENG COMPUTING AND SOFTWARE
- Country Canada
- Course Duration 2 YEARS
- Course Type Full Time
- Courses Campus On Campus
- Language Specification ENGLISH
- Program Level Post-Graduate
- Education Required Graduate
- Admission intake Mar 30
- Minimum GPA 4
Application Charges
| Application Fee | Tution Fee |
|---|---|
| USD 200 | USD 35,376 |
Program Description
Program Description
- McMaster University offers an MEng Computing and Software program for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus, thesis-based program offered on a full-time or part-time basis.
- This program is intended for students who are interested in a career as a practicing professional in Computing and Software related fields.
- The specialization courses in Computing and Software are:
- Computer Systems and Software Quality
- Theory and Methodologies of Computation
- Security, Privacy, and Data Analytics
- Scientific Computing and Optimization
- Health Informatics and Bioinformatics
- The MEng program trains students to develop a level of understanding that will enable them to apply their knowledge and skills in the information technology industry.
- In this program, students must successfully complete six half (one-term) graduate courses and it focuses on computing research problems that involve scientific theory, and engineering practice.
- The research advances state-of-the-art computer software and hardware design, theoretical foundations of computing, and systems development.
- Students must complete an independent project demonstrating the ability to carry out independent studies and reach a satisfactory conclusion in an area of Computing and Software.
- The duration of a project is 4 months and could be completed at a company, but it must be conducted under the supervision of a faculty member.
- The student-faculty ratio of the Computing ad Software program is 18:1.
- The department offers programs leading to master’s and PhD degrees in both Computer Science and Software Engineering and advances the field of computing through education and research.
- 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.
- McMaster University is among Canada’s top 10 research universities and ranks 6th in the country in research intensity.
Other Requirements
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:- Students must have a 4-year bachelor’s (honours) degree from a recognized university in the related fields.
- The related fields include a UG degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics.
- Students must have a minimum B- grade (70-72% equivalent to a McMaster 7.0 GPA) to enroll in this program.
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree with a substantial background in computer science or software engineering or a related field.
- Students must have a B- minimum average grade, based on a full-year equivalent of final year courses.
Extra Notes
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.
