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Master of Science in Computer Science

INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham

USA,Alabama

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18 Months

Duration

CAD 24,810/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 60

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Alabama

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1969

Total Students: 22,560 +

Int. Students: 1,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Computer Science

Program Overview

You may already feel like a computer expert, but in this program, you will find that you have more to learn about big data, cyber security, mobile applications, and other trending topics related to software engineering, analytical, database and other careers.

This program is open to students with a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, such as engineering. There are computer science and math prerequisites necessary for this degree. Once they're done, you'll have 30 hours of coursework to do, which can be finished in 18 months if you're in school full time. You'll take classes such as Database Systems, Network Security, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. We'll also ask you to choose between two plan options, depending on what your goals are for your future. If you want to do research, continue your graduate studies, or pursue a professional program, you should pick Plan I (thesis option). For those interested in transitioning to the computer science field, Plan II (non-thesis option) is better. Your coursework here will include specializations in bioinformatics, computer graphics, and distributed computing.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

18 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Open
may 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 60

Tuition Fee

CAD 24,810 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in INTO Group - The University of Alabama at Birmingham

CAD 15,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Undergraduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship Progression scholarship International scholarship IB scholarship Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship	Undergraduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis. • Applicable to International Year One or Undergraduate Transfer Program enrollments. • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for some regions. Progression scholarship Achieve a minimum GPA of 3.75+ during International Year One or University Transfer Program to qualify for $3,000 per year. • Maintain consecutive enrollment at UAB as a full-time degreeseeking student in an approved undergraduate program. • Renewable as long as student remains in good academic standing, maintaining a GPA of 3.75+. International scholarship • No scholarship application required, qualified applicants automatically considered; must begin program within 12 months of secondary school graduation. • Must apply and be accepted by The University of Alabama at Birmingham no later than May 1 (August intake), and November 1 (January intake). • Minimum GPA of 3.0+ upon completion of a high school or secondary school outside of the USA. • Applicable to full-time first-year Direct-Entry undergraduate international enrollments. • Study gap from high school graduation must be within 2 years. • Must currently reside outside of the USA, be non-immigrant and non-resident status, and require a F-1 visa. • Must not have enrolled in post-secondary work. LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students IB scholarship • Must submit scholarship application to UAB by March 1 • Awarded IB Diploma • Applicable to full time direct entry undergraduate international enrollments • Eligible candidates will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship that will be automatically upgraded to $2,500 after final IB scores are received • Student with government scholarships or other external support are not eligible for this award LINK: https://www.uab.edu/admissions/cost/scholarships/international-students Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis. • Applicable to Graduate Pathway or Integrated Master's program enrollments. • A personal statement or scholarship interview may be required for some regions.	Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester Pathways)) Progression scholarship-$3,000 ($3,000 per year ($9,000 in total)) International scholarship-$7,500 ($7,500 per year (up to $30,000 in total)) IB scholarship-$2,500 ($2,500 per year (up to $10,000 in total)) Graduate Scholarships: Regional scholarship-$6,000 ($1,500-$6,000 per year ($9,000 max for 3-semester non-background Pathways))

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.