I'm in my final year. I have a 6.5 Cgpa (60%). Can I get admission to CANADIAN Universities? I want to study Master’s in Computer science /IT.?
Asked by Eddagiri Manohar almost 2 years ago
Country Expert : UK
applying to engineering courses usually requires a high percentage of your Bachelor's. To apply for an MS in CS in Canada all students must have a bachelor's degree in computer science or maths or any computing subject with a grade score of B+ from a recognized university. You must provide original translated transcripts too.
The eligibility criteria for Canada’s top universities are quite standard. While application requirements differ from one university to the next, International applicants who wish to pursue a Master's in Computer Science in Canada must meet the following requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in any field with a minimum percentage is required by the specific university.
A CGPA of 7 to 8 on a scale of 10 is necessary, or a GPA of 3.25 or above on a 4.0 point system. 80-85% is the percentile equivalent of the same.
The applicant must also have taken the GRE and have scores that are less than two years old.
The applicant’s good programming skills are also a requirement for admission.
The following are the documents that must be presented with the application:
All academic transcripts
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
2-3 letters of recommendation
Standardized Test Scores (GMAT/GRE)
Proof of English Language Proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)
Though there is no specific percentage needed to pursue a master's degree course, you would need at least a 3.0 on 4 or 7.0 on 10 GPA to apply to good universities in Canada, which is around 75%. Besides, the admission depends on your overall profile which includes your GRE scores, IELTS/TOEFL scores, personal essays, work experience, letters of recommendation, extracurricular, etc.
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Yes, you can still apply for a Master’s in Computer Science or IT at Canadian universities, even with a 6.5 CGPA (60%). While Canadian universities are known for their high standards, many institutions consider more than just academic performance. Your chances of admission will depend on various factors, such as the specific university’s requirements, the competitiveness of the program, and your overall application.
For universities as strong as the University of Toronto, UBC, or McGill, normally you have to have at least a CGPA above 7.5 or 8.0, while many other universities and colleges in Canada, like University of Windsor, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Concordia University, or many others, would consider an application if you have much stronger supporting factors. These can be work experience, or a thoughtful and well-written statement of purpose, or strong letters of recommendation, or even an impressive academic background in computer science and/or IT.
In addition, universities may take into account your GRE scores if they require them, research projects, and extracurricular activities related to your field. A good score in GRE can also make up for a low CGPA. Hence, even the motivation and technical skills you have shown can make a major impact on Canadian universities.
Overall, a 6.5 CGPA may disqualify from entering top ranked universities, but you'll still get good universities to apply to, especially with a balanced application. Just make sure, though, to check out the specific needs of each program and to play up your strengths on your application.