Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics (PhD)

Formerly known as ‘Intelligent Systems and Data Science (PhD)’

This interdisciplinary program, offered jointly by the the Departments of Computer Science and Mathematics and Statisticsprovides the opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in computer science, mathematics, statistics, artificial intelligence, and data science while working alongside expert faculty. Graduates will be prepared to tackle complex challenges and pursue rewarding research and teaching careers in academia, industry, government, and the broader community.

For more information on Faculty Research, please visit the following pages:
Computer Science Faculty Research
Mathematics and Statistics Faculty Research

Entry point:

  • September

Duration:

  • Thesis – 12 terms (4 years)

Application deadline:

  • January 15

Applications submitted after the deadline may be looked at on a first-come, first-served basis. International applicants interested in applying after the posted application deadline should contact the program for details on availability.


Admission requirements

  • A master’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university, in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or similar, with a minimum average of 80% in the last two years of study.
  • Applicants that are required to provide proof of English language proficiency must meet the standard graduate minimum requirements (IELTS 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0, or an approved equivalent), as outlined on the Graduate English Language Proficiency webpage.

See also the full program admission requirements as outlined in the Graduate Academic Calendar and the general admission requirements for graduate-level study.

Application materials

In addition to the online application and payment of the non-refundable application fee, applicants are required to submit:

  • Transcripts from all previous post-secondary study.
  • Three (3) academic references
  • Completed Statement of Research Interest that indicates potential supervisors
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • GRE Scores (general or math test) optional

Visit our How to Apply page for full overview of the application process, and our Application Documents page for details on document requirements and upload instructions.