Program Overview
The Computer Science - Bioinformatics at University of Ottawa is a MCS programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computer Science - Bioinformatics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Ottawa, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Science - Bioinformatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Software Engineering
- Theory of Computing
- Computer Applications
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Have a bachelor of science degree with honours in computer science (or equivalent), with a minimum average of B (70%).
- International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.
- Pay the $100 ($CDN non-refundable) application fee.
- Identify at least one professor who is willing to supervise your research and thesis. We recommend that you contact potential thesis supervisors as soon as possible. The thesis director must be a member of the collaborative program. The choice of supervisor will determine the primary campus location of the student. It will also determine which university awards the degree.
- Be sponsored into the collaborative specialization by a faculty member of the collaborative program, normally the thesis supervisor, who must be appointed, cross-appointed or stand as an adjunct at the primary program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Oct, 2026
About University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada
public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Dec, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
