The School of Computer Science (SoCS) offers an Interdisciplinary PhD in Computational Sciences. The objective of the SoCS Interdisciplinary PhD program is to produce interdisciplinary scholars who are capable of tackling emerging problems in the sciences and humanities through investigation and application of current computer technologies.
Program
The PhD in Computational Sciences is a full-time program, typically completed over four years, during which students will complete the Technical and Communication Research Methodology course and any additional courses assigned by their Advisory Committee. Students will also give two public seminars, pass a qualifying exam, conduct research and successfully defend a written dissertation at the final oral examination. We also offer the option to complete the PhD with a collaborative specialization in One Health.
Research Areas
Any interdisciplinary area of research that emphasizes computational research.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN: ? Data analytics ? Design patterns ? Machine learning ? eHealth innovation
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: ? Academia (professor) ? Data engineering ? Machine learning ? Software development ? User interface analysis
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
University of Guelph
50 Stone Road East,
Guelph,
Ontario (ON),
N1G 2W1, Canada
Students must have
? A recognized thesis-based Master’s degree in Computer Science, or in a discipline that is closely related to the proposed thesis research ? A research proposal (max. 1500 words) indicating potential supervisors ? Minimum 75% admission average over the last 2 years of full-time study for a graduate degree
English Language Proficiency
Canadian Academic English Language Test (CAEL) - 70
International English Language Testing System (Academic) (IELTS) - 6.5
Duolingo English Test (DET) - 120
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE-A) Note: A minimum score of 60 must be achieved in each individual component - 60
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT)) Note: A minimum score of 21 must be achieved in each of the four categories (listening, speaking, reading, writing) – 89
Application Deadline: Fall: June 1, Winter: October 1, Spring: February 1
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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