Located on the east coast of Canada, Dalhousie University is a top 15 research university in Canada and a top 200 university in the world.  Founded in 1818, we are one of Canada's oldest universities, attracting more than 18,800 students from around the world. The university blends transformative academic programs with pioneering research on Canada's East Coast.   

Our Faculty of Computer Science prepares graduates to be leaders in the development and application of information technologies and computer science. We offer graduate programs in Computer Science, Health Informatics, and Electronic Commerce. 

Master of Computer Science
Dalhousie’s Master of Computer Science is ideal for those who have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with high standing and are interested in a thesis-based program.  You will work with world-renowned faculty on cutting edge research; which will prepare you for high level positions with tech companies or future PhD studies in Computer Science.

Typical program length: 2 years

For more information, please see:  www.dal.ca/academics/programs/graduate/computer-science/program-details/master-program0.html

Master of Applied Computer Science

Dalhousie's Master of Applied Computer Science is a 16-month graduate degree that prepares students for dynamic careers in the software industry. Student develop their technical skills through core courses in systems, communications, and data management. They then apply what they have learnt in a paid industry internship, entrepreneurship workterm, or research project. The program is also open to students with a STEM undergraduate degree outside of computer science and engineering who complete a two term preparatory program in software development.

For more information, please see:  www.dal.ca/macs

PhD in Computer Science

Enroll in Dalhousie's PhD in Computer Science and conduct independent and original research in one of the Faculty of Computer Science's research concentrations alongside internationally respected faculty members. Advance the frontier of knowledge and publish high-quality, peer-reviewed conference papers and journals. 

The PhD program is designed to focus you on research early, under the mentorship of a thesis supervisor, assisted by a supervisory committee. A PhD thesis often involves work on a research problem motivated by industry, in a team setting. Students are expected to lead a well-defined component of a wider project, and be the prime author in the resulting publications.

In addition to exploring theories, methodological concepts, and substantive knowledge related to computer science, our PhD in Computer Science will help you develop a deep expertise in areas like: 

• Visual Analytics
• Text and Data Analytics
• Networks and Security
• Wireless networks and Security
• Human-Computer Interaction and Ubiquitous Computing
• Visualization, New Media and Image Processing
• Mobile Graphics
• Theory and Algorithms
• Genetic Algorithms and Evolutionary Computing
• Bioinformatics
• Health Informatics
• Autonomous Robotics

Master of Health Informatics

Our interdisciplinary Master of Health Informatics (MHI) program is designed with the vision of health as the focus and technology as the enabler. Our program offers training in analyzing the issues and then designing solutions to improve all aspects of health care, from the delivery of patient care to the promotion of healthy lives.

No prior degree in health informatics or IT needed

You don’t need a prior degree in health informatics or information technology to join our program. Our program is well suited to working health professionals, information technology professionals, foreign-trained health professionals and students direct from a bachelor degree. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds:

• Medicine and health professions
• Computer science and information technology
• Pharmacy
• Nursing
• Health education
• Dentistry
• Management

Length of Program: 2 years

Master of Electronic Commerce

The Dalhousie Master of Electronic Commerce (MEC) is the first of its kind in Canada, and is the only Canadian e-commerce program to feature delivery though collaboration between three faculties.  You can take courses in our Faculty of Computer Science, Faculty of Management, and Faculty of Law.  With a Dal MEC, students are given broad knowledge, but also the chance to specialize in a field of their interest.

The world of e-commerce, e-business and emerging technologies is constantly changing, and becoming faster. In the Master of Electronic Commerce program at Dalhousie, we equip students to tackle the challenges of change by looking deeper into the forces that shape technology markets.

By developing an understanding of web technologies, e-business and internet law, Master of Electronic Commerce students develop unique insight that is rarely shared by others.

By acquiring real-world knowledge through a 4-8 month industrial internship, our students also develop hands-on professional skills that are in high demand.

Students have an opportunity to pursue many career options:

• Data Analysts
• Web Developers
• ERP Consultants
• Entrepreneurs
• Business Intelligence Officers
• Policy Experts
• Researchers