The PhD in Intelligent Systems and Data Science (ISDS) is a thesis-based program that targets the need for highly qualified scientists to tackle challenges in artificial intelligence & machine learning, integrated smart systems, modern software systems, statistical/mathematical modelling & analytics, and big data infrastructure.
The program is offered jointly by the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.
Graduates will proceed to research and/or teaching careers in academia, industry, government, and the community.
Our Ph.D. in Intelligent Systems and Data Science is unique in many ways:
- The degree title and focus areas are distinct throughout Ontario and Canada.
- This interdisciplinary degree directly acknowledges the fundamental and intrinsic relationship between computer science, mathematics, and statistics.
- The degree strives to foster a cohesive interdisciplinary program, and community of students.
- The qualifying examination requires students to write a research grant application. This experience will give students unique training in grant preparation.
- The program gives students the opportunity to gain experience in the development and application of advanced AI algorithms, complex software systems, data analytics tools, and statistical models.
For more information on Faculty Research, please visit the following pages:
Computer Science Faculty Research
Mathematics and Statistics Faculty Research
Entry point:
- January 2023
- September 2023
*Please note, this program will have a one-time January entry point in 2023. Following, the only entry option will be September.*
Duration:
- Thesis – 12 terms (4 years)
This program is funded for the defined length above as outlined on our financial page.
Application deadline:
For January 2023 entry: August 1, 2022
For September 2023 entry: January 15, 2023
