Program Requirements
The Ph.D. in Computer Science offers training in advanced research in a wide range of areas relevant to computer science under close supervision of research faculty.
Thesis
A thesis for the doctoral degree must constitute original scholarship and must be a distinct contribution to knowledge. It must show familiarity with previous work in the field and must demonstrate ability to plan and carry out research, organize results, and defend the approach and conclusions in a scholarly manner. The research presented must meet current standards of the discipline; as well, the thesis must clearly demonstrate how the research advances knowledge in the field. Finally, the thesis must be written in compliance with norms for academic and scholarly expression and for publication in the public domain.
Required Courses (4 credits)
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COMP 604 Graduate School Fundamentals
(1 credit)
Overview
Computer Science (Sci) : Introduction to fundamental skills in computer science. Research and communication skills; teamwork in a research group; integrity, diversity and ethics; career paths.
Terms: Fall 2024
Instructors: Kry, Paul; Reddy, Siva; Robere, Robert (Fall)
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COMP 700 Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination
Overview
Computer Science (Sci) : An examination that must be passed by all doctoral candidates in order to continue in the doctoral program.
Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025
Instructors: Devroye, Luc P (Fall) Devroye, Luc P (Winter)
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COMP 701 Thesis Proposal and Area Examination (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (Sci) : Submission of doctorate thesis proposal and examination that assesses the student's breadth of knowledge in the research area.
Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025
Instructors: Devroye, Luc P (Fall) Devroye, Luc P (Winter)
Complementary Courses (6-32 credits)
32 credits of graduate-level courses, excluding COMP 604, COMP 700, and COMP 701. Students with a master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field are eligible for a course reduction by counting courses taken during their master’s degree. Students must take a minimum of 6 credits of complementary courses at the graduate level from McGill after the course reduction. Course choice must be approved by the supervisor (or co-supervisor).
