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Computing Science - Statistical Machine Learning (specialization)

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About Computing Science - Statistical Machine Learning (specialization), MSc - at University of Alberta

Award: Master of Science

The Computing Science Department offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in major areas of study, including Human-Computer Interaction, Algorithmics, Artificial Intelligence, Bioinformatics, Communication Networks, Computer Games, Computer Graphics, Computer Vision and Multimedia Communications, Database Systems, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Robotics, Software Engineering, Software Systems and Statistical Machine Learning.

The offered MSc programs are: a standard MSc in Computing Science, an MSc in Computing Science with specialization in Statistical Machine Learning and an MSc in Computing Science with specialization in Multimedia. The standard MSc in Computing Science is offered as a thesis-based program, as well as course-based program; the MSc in Computing Science with specialization in Statistical Machine Learning is offered as a thesis-based program; the MSc in Computing Science with specialization in Multimedia is offered as a course-based program.

The offered PhD programs are: a standard PhD in Computing Science and a program leading to a PhD in Computing Science with specialization in Statistical Machine Learning.

Further information may be obtained from the Graduate Program Administrator, Department of Computing Science.


Entry requirements

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Why study at University of Alberta

  • Ranked among the top 4 universities in Canada and top 100 in the world
  • Guaranteed Tuition model, meaning your tuition does not increase during your program
  • Each year, 25 students are awarded the President’s International Distinction Scholarship, worth up to CAN $120,000
  • Co-op and paid work experience opportunities in many programs
  • Guaranteed place in residence for first year students who apply by 30 April
  • Graduates can apply for the three year Post-Graduation work permit, which allows you to work in Canada for up to 3 years
  • Top 100 in the world for Graduate Employment outcomes