Master in Computer Science

Located in Windsor, Ontario, the University of Windsor is a comprehensive public institution with a long history and a community-focused approach to higher education. Founded in 1857, Windsor serves approximately 16,000 students, including about 1,500 international students, and offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, engineering, business, law, education and social work. The university is known for personalized attention and accessible faculty.

Windsor emphasizes experiential learning and strong ties to industry, giving students hands-on opportunities through co-op placements, internships and community-engaged projects. With 112 distinct programs, students can tailor studies to career goals and gain practical skills valued by employers. Small class sizes and applied learning environments support close mentorship and collaborative projects with local partners, including cross-border initiatives given Windsor’s proximity to the United States.

Campus life combines the advantages of a compact city with affordable living and rich cultural variety. International students benefit from targeted services for orientation, academic advising and career development, plus active student clubs and volunteer opportunities. Prospective applicants should research program-specific requirements early, consider co-op or internship pathways, and make use of the university’s support for housing and settlement to ease transition to life and study in Canada.

The Master in Computer Science at the University of Windsor is a master's degree program for students who want to pursue a career in computer science or artificial intelligence. This one-year program provides students with skills and knowledge necessary to pursue doctoral studies or a professional career in computing and technology fields. The program offers a thesis-based option and a co-operative education option, which provides students with practical work experience.

The curriculum includes coursework in specialized areas of computing technology, applications, and theory, as well as participation in research-oriented seminars. Students can also pursue an artificial intelligence stream, which is endorsed by the Vector Institute in Artificial Intelligence. The program helps students develop skills in research, software development, and artificial intelligence.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as software developers, artificial intelligence engineers, data scientists, computer systems analysts, or IT project managers. They can work in industries such as software development, artificial intelligence, or data analytics. Employers may include top high-tech companies such as IBM or Blackberry, or other companies that specialize in software development and artificial intelligence.