Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
University of OttawaProgram Overview
The Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at University of Ottawa is a MASc 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 Electrical Engineering and Computer Science 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 Electrical Engineering and Computer Science 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
- Computer communications, multimedia and distributed systems
- Computer-aided design for electronic circuits
- Computer and software engineering
- Digital and wireless communications
- Microwave and electromagnetics
- Signal, speech and image processing
- Integrated circuits and devices
- Systems and machine intelligence
- Photonics systems
- Biomedical engineering
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Have a Bachelors degree with a specialization, or a major in electrical and computer engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum average of 70% (B).
- International candidates must check the admission equivalencies for the diploma they received in their country of origin.
- Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills.
- 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.
- To enroll, you need to have been accepted by a thesis supervisor.
- The supervisors name is required at the time of application.
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
Nov, 2026
About University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada
public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Dec, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
