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Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)

Toronto, Ontario, Canada — downtown campusReviewed 22 October 2026

The university formerly called Ryerson is now Toronto Metropolitan University.

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The university formerly called Ryerson is now Toronto Metropolitan University. Its full-time Computer Science MSc is based in downtown Toronto and offers thesis, major-research-paper and course-only routes, with an AI specialization described in the graduate calendar.

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  1. MSc Computer Science — full-time; thesis, major research paper or course-only option
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Academic eligibility

  • A recognised four-year Computer Science degree or equivalent and at least 3.00/4.33 (B) over the final two years.
  • The application includes a statement of intent, CV, transcripts and two recommendations.
  • Meeting the minimum does not guarantee selection.

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Language requirements

  • The general graduate requirement applicable to Computer Science is IELTS Academic 7.0 overall or an approved equivalent.
  • Do not substitute the lower requirement listed for the separate Computer Networks programme.

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Study intakes

  • The admissions table currently lists Fall 2027, but marks international Computer Science MSc applications Closed as of this review.
  • Do not treat the domestic Open status as international availability.

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Application deadlines

  • For Fall 2027, the general first-consideration date is 22 January 2027 and the general international closing date is 12 March 2027.
  • The programme's Closed international status takes precedence; no reopening date is published.

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International tuition

  • The 2026/27 full-time international Computer Science MSc fee table lists CAD 29,006.15 for the academic year, including the listed ancillary and health-plan charges where applicable.
  • Graduate tuition is normally an annual charge divided among three terms.
  • This is not a guaranteed full-degree total or a confirmed 2027/28 rate.

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Scholarships & funding

  • International students may be considered for faculty funding, graduate or research assistantships and supervisor stipends.
  • Confirm eligibility and amounts with Computer Science.
  • The programme's statement that domestic thesis students receive funding is not a promise of the same package to international students.

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What can international students study at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)?

Selected programme options include MSc Computer Science — full-time; thesis, major research paper or course-only option. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)?

A recognised four-year Computer Science degree or equivalent and at least 3.00/4.33 (B) over the final two years. The application includes a statement of intent, CV, transcripts and two recommendations. Meeting the minimum does not guarantee selection. The general graduate requirement applicable to Computer Science is IELTS Academic 7.0 overall or an approved equivalent. Do not substitute the lower requirement listed for the separate Computer Networks programme.

How much are international tuition fees at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)?

The 2026/27 full-time international Computer Science MSc fee table lists CAD 29,006.15 for the academic year, including the listed ancillary and health-plan charges where applicable. Graduate tuition is normally an annual charge divided among three terms. This is not a guaranteed full-degree total or a confirmed 2027/28 rate. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)?

For Fall 2027, the general first-consideration date is 22 January 2027 and the general international closing date is 12 March 2027. The programme's Closed international status takes precedence; no reopening date is published. The admissions table currently lists Fall 2027, but marks international Computer Science MSc applications Closed as of this review. Do not treat the domestic Open status as international availability. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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