Computer Science, B.Sc. | McMaster University | Hamilton, Canada
48 months
Duration
1874 CAD/credit 56220 CAD/year
317 CAD/credit 9510 CAD/year
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About

Computer Science at McMaster University offers a unique combination: scientific and interdisciplinary study; the growth prospects of a multi-billion dollar industry; and the ability for individuals to make a difference.

Overview

The Honours Computer Science program at McMaster University offers courses designed to develop students into highly knowledgeable and skilled systems analysts, database specialists, software developers, and system administrators. 

Additionally, it prepares students for an accelerated master's degree. The program is built around three core areas: computing fundamentals, software design, and systems. Students are trained in modern systems-oriented topics such as distributed networks, secure, high-performance, and web-based systems. 

Career Paths

  • Computer Science graduates find employment in a wide variety of industries, from large companies in banking, insurance, retail, and software, through to medium sized-firms, but also start-ups. Graduate school is also an option for those who want to further deepen their understanding of computing.
  • Initial positions for computer science graduates often have titles such as programmer, programmer/analyst, analyst, or web developer. Entrepreneurial students can get help with their start-ups through some courses and The Forge, affiliated with McMaster. IP generated by students is owned by the students at McMaster.

Programme Structure

Courses include: 

  • Computer Science Practice and Experience: Software Development
  • Principles of Programming
  • Computer Science Practice & Experience: Basic Concepts
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Discrete Mathematics with Applications 
  • Computer Architecture

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • American Curriculum High School applications are reviewed for admission based on McMaster’s own calculation of the admission average. McMaster’s calculations of the admission averages may vary from those used at other institutions.
  • IB: 6 subjects – 3 at HL and 3 at SL Plus the TOK and EE; Math SL or HL will be accepted

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    56220 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 1874 CAD per credit during 48 months.
  • National

    9510 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 317 CAD per credit during 48 months.

Ontario students:$303.6 per unit

Living costs for Hamilton

1163 - 1630 CAD /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Computer Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
16000 CAD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
Live Your Dream Awards
Need-based

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McMaster University
Hamilton, Canada
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
DFL Scholarship Program
Need-based

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Daughters for Life Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
15900 USD
Deadline
21 Mar 2025
Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12700 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2025
Study in Canada Scholarships
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2024
International Peace Scholarship Fund
Need-based

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The International Peace Scholarship Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
Merit-based

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The Smooth Movers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amber Scholarship For September Intake
Merit-based Need-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 CAD
Deadline
05 Dec 2024
Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC Ukrainian Empowerment Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
15 May 2025
Mobile Application Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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AIS Technolabs
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC Indigenous Community Leader Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC Black Community Leader Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC 2SLGBTQ+ Community Leader Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
11100 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2025
Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
The Smooth Movers Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Smooth Movers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2024
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)
Merit-based Need-based

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The International Peace Scholarship Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 CAD
Deadline
Anytime
Niara Scholarships
Merit-based

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Niara
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC Latin+ Community Leader Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC DiversABILITY Community Leader Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC Future Leader Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
EDC International Business Scholarship
Merit-based

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EDC
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
25 Mar 2025
Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
25 Mar 2025
Gordon Hay Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
20 Dec 2024
The Fountainhead Essay Contest
Merit-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
27 Dec 2024
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Coupons Plus Deals “Save for Future” Scholarship
Merit-based

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Coupons Plus Deals
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Feb 2025
Fighting Bullying With Technology
Merit-based

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1902 Software
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
10 Dec 2024
PlagiarismSearch 2024 Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
750 USD
Deadline
23 Nov 2024
Studybay Fall Essay Contest
Need-based

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Studybay
Location not available

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