Master of Applied Computer Science

The Master of Applied Computer Science (MACS) program is a 16-month graduate degree that prepares students for a dynamic career in the software industry by developing strong technical skills with core courses in systems, communications, and data management. The program is designed to give learners the technical skills needed for rapid advancement within the software industry with in-demand required courses in: mobile computing, data management, warehousing and analytics, communications.

The following Master of Applied Computer Science options are offered by Dalhousie’s Faculty of Computer Science.

• Internship: Gain technical experience in the context of an industry work placement.
• Entrepreneurship: Learn the technical and business knowledge needed to create your own business.
• Project: Gain the technical know-how as you complete a research project within an established research lab.

Admission Requirements

• Four-year bachelor’s degree granted by a university of recognized standing.
• Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study in technical courses.
• Applicants are expected to have a knowledge base equivalent to Dalhousie’s second-year core computer science undergraduate curriculum. If applying from a non-CS background, qualifying year courses may be necessary.
• Applicants who have been away from academia for a few years should demonstrate industry experience that has maintained or improved their technical skills.