- Level
- Master Degree
- CIP code
- 11.0701
- Duration
- 2 year master degree
- Field
- Computer Science and Information Technology
- Institution
- Public University
- Offer speed
- Fast Offer Speed5–7 days
Program overview
A two year thesis based master in computer science, built on supervised original research, advanced coursework in the chosen area and the production and defence of a thesis.
Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) is recorded at CAD 6,567 in the governing feed, which is far below every comparable programme and needs confirming before anyone budgets around it.
Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) is taught at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, a designated learning institution, so completing Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) supports a Post-Graduation Work Permit application of up to 3 years. Canada requires a Provincial Attestation Letter with the study permit application for Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis), and the university issues that alongside the letter of acceptance. Every permit decision rests with Canadian immigration authorities, and Apply Study Visa confirms the position for Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) in writing before you pay any deposit.
Applicants to Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) need a three year bachelor degree with at least 70 percent. The English requirement is IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, and tuition for Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) is recorded at CAD 6,567 a year. No entrance scholarship is recorded against Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis), so budget the full tuition. Only two windows, September 2027 and September 2028. Apply Study Visa manages the Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) application, the deposit, the letter of acceptance and the Canadian study permit as one process.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for international students):
- Education: A completed three year bachelor degree from a recognised university, at 70 percent or above.
- English (meet any one): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, PTE Academic 60 overall with no component below 50, or TOEFL iBT 90 with at least 20 in every section. The Duolingo English Test is not accepted.
- Application and deposit: An application fee of CAD 100 applies. An initial tuition deposit of CAD 1,000 is required to confirm the seat and trigger the letter of acceptance.
- Scholarship: No entrance scholarship is recorded for this programme. Budget the full tuition.
- Work permit: Master of Science in Computer Science (Thesis) is delivered by a designated learning institution and supports a Post-Graduation Work Permit of up to 3 years. A Provincial Attestation Letter is required with the study permit application. Because this programme runs 16 months or longer at master level, a spouse may apply for an open work permit. Confirm this in writing, since the rules change.
- Study permit: Apply Study Visa handles the provincial attestation letter, the study permit application and the biometrics appointment with you.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bachelor's degree marksheets & final certificate
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Updated CV / resume
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
Typical destinations for graduates:
- Research Scientist: industrial and academic research
- Software Engineer: product development teams
- Machine Learning Researcher: applied research groups
- Data Scientist: modelling and analysis
- Systems Researcher: distributed and security research
- Doctoral Study: computer science research
Reality check: the recorded tuition here is roughly half that of the other thesis masters at this university, which is unusual enough that it should be verified in writing before any financial planning.
About St. Francis Xavier University
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.8
- World rank
- #4729
- Established
- 1853
- Reference No.
- O19391556899
