Computer Science (PhD program) at University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Computer Science (PhD program) at University of Ontario Institute of Technology
University of Ontario Institute of Technology offers the PhD of Computer Science (PhD program) as a full-time degree delivered hybrid at its Ontario Tech University North Oshawa campus in Canada. Taught in English and completed over 48 month(s), the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for computer science (phd program) and related professional fields. Tuition fees are USD 13,702 / year, and the next available intake begins on January 1, 2027.
About Computer Science (PhD program)
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Computer Science (PhD program) at University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Entry Requirements
- Completion of a master's level degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or software engineering from a Canadian university, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A minimum B+ average (GPA: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent).
Required supporting documents
Please see the checklist of required documents for a list of supporting documentation that must be submitted with your application.
Additional requirements:
Admission depends on the availability of a research supervisor. It is recommended that applicants contact a potential supervisor before formally applying.
In their statement of academic intent, applicants should include the type(s) of course(s) they feel they are suitable to teach as teaching assistants.
Required test scores for English language proficiency
See English language proficiency for the minimum required test scores for this program.
English Program Requirements
English test
You have achieved the required proficiency on one of the tests in the English language acceptable to the university as listed below. We encourage applicants to register for an English language proficiency test prior to the application deadline. Test results dated more than 24 months prior to the date of the application for admission will not be considered.
A hard copy of the test score is not required. Applicants may upload a copy of the official test score, using the upload links we provide to you, after your application is submitted. Ontario Tech may verify the results of the English language test.
It is important to note that English language proficiency requirements may be higher for employment, including teaching assistant duties.
Please note: If you take an approved English language proficiency test, its score shall prevail as the determining evidence of your English language proficiency.
CAEL
Minimum score: 70 overall. All sub-scores must be a minimum of 60.
Duolingo
Acceptable only for the listed course-based programs below and for the Spring/Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 intakes.
120 overall for MBAI, MFDA, MITS, and Master of Engineering (MEng).
130 overall for Master of Education (MEd), Doctorate of Education (EdD), and Master of Health Science (MHSc) course-based only.
Please note that if you are applying to both a course-based and thesis-based program at Ontario Tech, you will be required to submit an acceptable English test for the thesis-based program.
IELTS
6.5 overall for most programs.
7.0 overall for MBAI, MFDA, Master of Arts in Education, Doctorate of Education (EdD), and Master of Health Science (MHSc).
We only accept the IELTS Academic test.
TOEFL (Internet-based)
For tests written after January 21, 2026:
- For most programs: Overall 4.5, no section score below 4.0.
- For Master of Arts in Education, Doctorate of Education (EdD), Master of Health Science (MHSc), MBAI, and MFDA: Overall 5.0, no section score below 4.0.
For tests written before January 21, 2026:
- For most programs: Overall 83 with minimum Listening: 20; Reading: 20; Speaking: 19; and Writing: 20.
- For Master of Arts in Education, Doctorate of Education (EdD), and Master of Health Science (MHSc): Overall 92 with minimum Listening: 20; Reading: 20; Speaking: 19; and Writing: 20.
- For MBAI and MFDA: Overall 100 with minimum Listening: 20; Reading: 20; Speaking: 19; and Writing: 20.
MyBest scores or super-scoring are not acceptable.
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TOEFL (paper-based)
560 for most programs.
580 for Master of Arts in Education, Doctorate of Education (EdD), and Master of Health Science (MHSc).
The university's TOEFL code is 7178.
Tuition and Fee Information for Computer Science (PhD program) at University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Tuition Fee
13,702 / year
Computer Science (PhD program) at University of Ontario Institute of Technology
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Canada, Oshawa