Computer Science (PhD)

About this programme

Empower your future with Dalhousie's PhD in Computer Science, combining groundbreaking research with real-world applications. Choosing Dalhousie's PhD in Computer Science offers benefits such as access to world-class research facilities, collaboration with leading experts, and opportunities for interdisciplinary projects. The program emphasizes innovation, practical experience, and strong industry connections, preparing students for advanced careers in academia, research, and industry. In this PhD, you have the opportunity to explore advanced topics across areas like artificial intelligence and machine learning, software systems, cybersecurity, human computer interaction and visualization, algorithms and bioinformatics, and computer science education while focusing on research and building expertise with support from your supervisor, committee, and colleagues. By the time you've completed your degree, you will be prepared for advanced roles in research, teaching, industry, and government settings. You'll build strong research skills and deep subject knowledge that help you contribute to emerging fields and complex projects. Graduates work where they design new technologies, lead research teams, and shape long‑term digital strategies. Specific examples include cybersecurity analyst, software systems consultant, data analytics and bioinformatics lead, machine learning architect/specialist, UI/UX Designer. This is a thesis-based PhD. You conduct original research under the guidance of a supervisor and committee within active research clusters across the faculty.