Computational Sciences at Laurentian University

About

Apply your knowledge to improve many daily functions, from complex operations to everyday solutions.

Use the theory and application of computer science and mathematics to find solutions to many real-world problems.

Study a wide range of subjects from theory and math to cutting-edge developments in robotics, computer vision, intelligent systems, bioinformatics, and other exciting areas. Prepare for the design and use of sophisticated computational methods in research and industry.

Areas of study include theoretical and applied computer science, software engineering, scientific computation, high-performance computing, applied mathematics, statistics and mathematical modelling methods and techniques to solve business, industrial, medical, and scientific problems.

Disciplines

Faculty of Science

Engineering and Architecture

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission for the M.Sc.Computational Sciences program (Thesis and Course-Based options) requires a bachelor's degree in a suitable field at the Honors level (or equivalent), with a minimum average grade of 70 % (B average).

Career

Systems analyst, consultant, database design and implementation, education, graduate studies, web development, networking and security, software developer.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 14,400

How to Apply

1. Check your Program Requirements

For a list of all graduate programs. Found a program that you are interested in? Click on the Program Details section to find information such as: admissions requirements, degree options and much more.

Do you need a supervisor?

For some Graduate programs you will need to find a supervisor as part of your application process. For more information, please visit our Graduate Admissions page. Visit the Graduate Program page to find a list of Faculty members that are assigned for supervision in your program. If you have questions about securing a supervisor, contact the Program Coordinator listed on their program page.

When contacting a supervisor, we ask that you make an effort to understand their research and current projects. Being professional and well-informed will increase your chances of securing a supervisor.

What research are they working on?
Do you have mutual colleagues?
Have you published papers in their field?
Are you fluent in a language the supervisor speaks?
Is your email concise and professional?

2. Complete your Application

Once you have completed Step 1 - use this link to apply! Note that the link will take you to the Ontario University Application Centre page where you can complete your application. Within 72 hours of applying, you will receive an email from our Office of Admissions. This email will contain information on accessing your myLaurentian Portal where you will continue the application process.

3. Access your myLaurentian Portal

In order to complete your application, create your account on our myLaurentian Portal to ensure that you have submitted the supplemental information required in the Checklist for your application. The submission of all suplemental documents required for Graduate admissions is the responsibility of the candidate.

To activate your account, visit the myLaurentian Portal and click the yellow bar "New to Laurentian". If you have not received these instructions with 72 hours of applying, check your spam folder and contact info@laurentian.ca for further assistance.

4. Upload your Supporting Documents

Complete your Application

Upload all supporting documents to your Applicant Checklist on the myLaurentian Portal.
Click on the Reference tab and send your referees the reference form.

You can find the list of documents required to complete your Graduate application in the myLaurentian Portal. Be diligent in the identification and submission of required documentation as this is your responsibility as an applicant.

Contact Us

Office of Admissions

Laurentian University

Ramsey Lake Road. Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6
1-800-461-4030
admissions@laurentian.ca

Computational Sciences

Laurentian University

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