MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering

at York University

MSc in CS, specialization in Artificial Intelligence

The program now offers a specialization in Artificial Intelligence, designed to prepare students for careers in a broad range of job sectors that take advantage of the potential afforded by applying artificial intelligence techniques to computing challenges.  The specialization features courses that focus on the theory, methodologies and applications of artificial intelligence.  The specialization includes a research project that applies artificial intelligence to a practical problem, in collaboration with partners in the private or public sector.  Unlike other programs, this specialization is not funded, but financial support is available to excellent students in the form of scholarships or internships.

MASc in ECE

The Master’s degree program in Electrical and Computer Engineering covers the fields of Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Software Engineering.  A project course prepares students for their research.  The program offers internship opportunities for students interested in an industrial career but also prepares students for a doctoral degree.

PhD in EECS

This is Canada’s only doctoral degree program in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.  It provides students breadth with a range of courses spanning from Electrical Engineering to Computer Science and allows them to specialize in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering.  It offers a teaching practicum for students who want to pursue a career in academia and an internship for students aiming for industrial positions.

Application pre-requisites

Online Application Application Fee 3 recommendation(s) GRE is strongly recommended A one-page statement of purpose and previous experience required English Proficiency

Test score requirements

Minimum English Scores

IELTS - 7
TOEFL - 90
PTE - 67

The cost of attending MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering varies greatly based on the type of university attended and the degree pursued. International students pay higher fees than domestic students. Moreover, degrees in humanities, arts, and education courses are often less expensive than degrees in medicine, engineering, or business. International students may expect to spend CA$ 37271 yearly on average to study in York University. Students should be informed that additional course fees and miscellaneous expenses may not be included in tuition.

International students can receive financial aid through scholarships to study in Canada in order to offset their expenses. With a plethora of scholarships available, overseas students can significantly reduce the financial burden of studying in York University . Most scholarships are given to students based on their academic performance or financial situation. Students should, however, check the eligibility criteria to ensure that they are eligible for these scholarships.