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PhD of Computer Science

Memorial University of Newfoundland

  • St. John's, Canada
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Memorial University of Newfoundland campus

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Computer Science at Memorial University.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Learners studying Computer Science can develop the ability to analyse computing problems
  • Apply programming and data practices
  • Test technical solutions and explain the ethical use of digital systems
  • And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
  • Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

  • Software developer
  • Mobile apps developer
  • Computer systems analyst
  • Web developer
  • Data scientist
  • Software quality assurance analyst
  • CTO
  • Product lead

Curriculum

  • Coursework
  • A comprehensive exam and a thesis
  • Applicants are encouraged to contact a supervisor and international applicants to submit a GRE score.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Master's degree (or in exceptional cases a bachelor's plus 12 months in a master's) with high standing in a relevant field
  • Supervisor commitment required in many programmes
  • Statement of interest
  • Two references and CV
  • English proficiency evidence. Grade guidance from source: Master's degree with a high academic standing (programme specific)
  • Supervisor commitment required in many programmes.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree (or in exceptional cases a bachelor's with at least 12 months in a master's programme) in a relevant field, Commitment from a supervisor.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • Duolingo 115
  • PTE Academic 58

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results (if applicable)
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme requirements and deadline. Apply online through the institution's official application portal
  2. Choose degree
  3. Route and semester
  4. pay the 120 CAD international application fee by Visa or Mastercard. Write the statement of interest and
  5. For research routes
  6. Name up to two possible supervisors. Upload transcripts
  7. Degree confirmation
  8. Two reference letters
  9. A CV and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 80
  10. IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 115 unless exempt). Add any programme-specific items
  11. Submit before the deadline.

Other costs

Tuition per year$6,483, $4,497 CAD
Application fee$120 CAD
Deposit$1,500 CAD

Program details

CampusSt. John's
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Science
DepartmentComputer Science
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteGraduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    12 Jan 2027

    60 days left

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Graduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.