Applied Computing

MAC

  • Course-based, professional program that will provide students with a solid foundation of the industry oriented practical aspects of computer science.
  • Offers exposure to the various components of computer science.
  • Provides a solid background in the foundation of computing and other subject areas.
  • The skills and knowledge gained from this program will allow you to develop a successful career in the growing software industry through practical projects, internships and in-class training. This program has been specifically designed to expose you to the latest technologies and developments in a number of high-demand fields.
  • Courses include not only Computer Science but also Business classes.

Program Specific Admission Requirements

An applicant must hold a 4-year bachelor degree in Computer Science or a closely-related discipline with a minimum major average of 70% or an average of 77% or better in the last 3 years of study. Because of the large number of applicants to the Masters of Applied Computing, the minimum admitting average does not guarantee admission. In particular, having 5 or more grades below 70% in computer science courses, will significantly decrease your chances for admission to this program. In addition, applicants with 2 or more backlogs in computer science core courses will not be admitted.


Deadline for Summer:  The Summer 2025 application portal is currently accepting applications.


Deadline for Fall: The Fall 2025 portal is currently accepting applications.


Deadline for Winter: The Winter 2025 portal is now closed. The Winter 2026 application portal will open in January 2025.


Minimum TOEFL: IBT-92 (a minimum of 23 in each band)


Minimum IELTS: 6.5, with no individual band score below 6.0 and no more than one band score of 6.0.


Minimum Pearson: 65

Additional Requirements

Statement of Interest


Resume/CV


Two Letters of Reference


Upon acceptance of an offer of admission a deposit of $4000 is due within 21-days. Please refer to the information on deposits included with your offer.

General admission requirements for all Graduate Programs

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