• Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Science at McMaster University is a 4-year, co-op (optional) program.
  • It is an honours degree program offered on a full-time basis.
  • This program offers courses designed to develop students into highly knowledgeable and skilled systems analysts, database specialists, software developers, and system administrators. 
  • The Computer Science program is built on 4 columns:
    • Theoretical foundations of Computer Science
    • Programming courses
    • Software Design courses
    • Systems oriented courses
  • Computer science offers a unique combination of scientific and interdisciplinary study and prepares students for an accelerated master's degree.
  • The program is built around 3 core areas: computing fundamentals, software design, and systems.
  • Students are trained in modern systems-oriented topics such as distributed networks, secure, high-performance, and web-based systems.
  • The admissions criteria are very flexible and allow students from other programs to transfer into the Computer Science program. 
  • The Engineering Co-op Program is an optional program that will enhance student's academic experience through paid employment, and give them a competitive edge for the workforce.
  • The faculty of the department helps students to find employment in a wide variety of industries, from large companies in banking, insurance, retail, and software, through to medium-sized firms, and also in start-ups. 
  • Placements/Job opportunities after BASc Computer Science are App development, Software analysis, Computer system development, etc.
  • The average salary goes up to 60,000 USD after completing this program.