PhD in Computer Science

About this programme

Planned outage: Beginning Nov. 1, you will not be able to access the USask admission application and event registration system for up to six days. Learn more . The Computer Science graduate programs at the University of Saskatchewan are designed for students pursuing advanced study in computing research or senior roles in the technology sector. Students gain strong scientific training and research experience while exploring diverse areas within computer science. Step into a program where you explore complex ideas, contribute to world‑renowned research, and grow within a community driven by discovery. At USask, you’ll deepen your expertise and take part in research that pushes the boundaries of computing. The master's and doctoral programs in computer science offer students high quality, cutting-edge research opportunities and supervision by world leaders in their respective fields. Graduates of our program have gone on to work for industry leading companies such as HP Labs and Pixar Animation Studios. Our master's program is ideally suited to students wishing to become senior professionals in the technology industry or to those seeking to prepare for a career in scientific research. Graduates of this program often become senior programmers or project leaders at companies that develop commercial software or game design studios. Our doctoral program provides students with intensive training in the scientific enterprise for those wishing to pursue academic or industrial research careers. Graduates of this program are qualified to seek positions in the research and develop