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Specialize in an area of computer science research while gaining international expertise in a cutting-edge field.
Overview
About
Be part of the rapid developments in computer science
This PhD program will immerse you in the field of research by writing a thesis to drive advances in computer science. By carrying out a research project supervised by a member of the teaching team or a Research Chair, you will have the opportunity to be part of the new generation of researchers specializing in a cutting-edge area of computer science, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing, operations research, software engineering, bioinformatics, and computer graphics, etc.
- Multidisciplinary environment based on a culture of excellence in research and innovation
- Internationally renowned faculty in artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing, operations research, etc.
- Wide range of courses in various areas of computer science
- Internationally renowned research groups and chairs
- Guaranteed funding for all candidates
Language accommodations
Although Université de Montréal is a French-language university, many of our research departments are open to creating a bilingual environment for students in graduate-level programs. These departments are aware of the importance of bilingualism in order for graduate students to succeed in their research careers.
Students who are proficient in English are therefore welcome and accepted into graduate-level programs.
The Department of Computer Science and Operations Research provides a number of accommodations to make you feel comfortable and help you fulfill the requirements of the program even if French is not your main language of study:
- Access to course notes in both French and English.
- Possibility of taking an equivalent course at an English-language university in Montréal.
- Choice of giving oral seminar presentations in either French or English.
- Choice of writing exams in French or English.
- Choice of taking the comprehensive exam in either French or English.
- Choice of writing your doctoral thesis or dissertation in French or English.
All laboratories are offered in a bilingual environment. Above all, staffs in the program are available to help and support you throughout your studies.
Advantages of studying computer science at UdeM
Focus on scientific excellence and innovation
- Work in a wide range of research laboratories and groups, conducting cutting-edge work in logistics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, video games, quantum computing, bioinformatics, cryptography, etc.
- Join the multidisciplinary environment of the Department of Computer Science and Operations Research (DIRO), which receives over $6 million in annual research funding
- Financing your studies: all PhD candidates are guaranteed funding
Courses and specifics
For contact information on the program director or student file management technician, or to find out more about the faculty or department hosting the program, please see the page in French.
- 90 credits
- Full-time
- Half-time
- Day course
- Dissertation or thesis track
- International exchange option
The opportunity to think outside the box and the freedom of expression at DIRO are among the most important elements of my education at UdeM.
PhD in Computer Science, President and Founder of NLP Technologies
Admission requirements
You are eligible without having confirmed a research supervisor, but you should do so within a prescribed period.
Admission requirements
- The Supervision Consent Form, including a section on financial arrangements.
Costs and financial aid
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$2,022.23 *
*Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $1,440.45
Other fees: $581.78
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2023-2024 academic year.
Information updated: May 19, 2023 -
$2,022.23 *
*Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $1,440.45
Other fees: $581.78
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2023-2024 academic year.
Information updated: May 19, 2023 -
$9,435.98 *
*Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $8,854.20
Other fees: $581.78
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
Good news! You may be able to lower this amount!
As an international student, you have access to exemption scholarships granted by UdeM throughout your university program. Note that for undergraduate programs, you must be enrolled as a full-time student for two sessions. Find out more.
These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2023-2024 academic year.
Information updated: May 19, 2023 -
$2,022.23 *
*Total for a full-time session of 15 credits
Tuition fees: $1,440.45
Other fees: $581.78
These amounts are estimates and do not account for other expenses, such as costs for insurance, residence, transportation, manuals, etc.
These estimates cannot at any time subsitute for an invoice or be used as proof for any reason whatsoever. These calculations are based on the 2023-2024 academic year.
Information updated: May 19, 2023 - Calculate tuition fees based on other situations
Career prospects Pursuing a career or further studies? The choice is yours!
Benefit from an exceptional placement rate and gain access to the most interesting and best-paying jobs in the information and communications technology sector. Excellent job opportunities are available with private companies, consulting firms, government corporations and financial institutions, among others.
