Programs & Admissions
More than ever before, information technology specialists need a deeper understanding of their field. A graduate degree can give you the tools you need to excel in your career.
How to Apply
Academic/Application Background
Masters in Networking and Masters in Applied Science: Networking
Students entering the MNET or the MASc (NET) program will have a technical undergraduate degree in Network Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely-related discipline. Thesis-based applicants are expected to normally have secured a supervisor at time of application.
Masters in Applied Science: Digital Media
Students entering the DM program will have an undergraduate degree in one of the related three primary disciplines of Technology (e.g. Computer Science/Engineering and Information Technology), Content (e.g. Arts and Humanities), and People (e.g. Psychology, Communication and Business). Please bear in mind that we are an information technology School, and while we have some flexibility in undergraduate degree requirements, we do expect intermediate programming skills. We will consider applicants who have gained intermediate undergraduate level computer programming skills through relevant professional experience. Other applicants will need to take a set of additional courses that fulfills this requirement (stipulated on a case-by-case basis). Thesis-based applicants are expected to normally have secured a supervisor at time of application.
Data Science Specialization: Students entering the Data Science specialization require the same background as those entering the DM program. Entrance for the specialization in Data Science is restricted to the fall term. More details available at carleton.ca/datascience.
Ph.D. in Information Technology
Applicants to this program will normally hold a Master's degree in one of the three related disciplines (Technology, Content, and People), have a demonstrated research capacity, and demonstrate the ability to work in multi-disciplinary groups and have some general technology background.
Applications and Deadlines
Details about how to apply are available at: graduate.carleton.ca/apply-online
We accept applications year round. Please indicate which term you wish to begin your studies in, and your funding situation when you apply.
You need to provide the following documents:
- Contact information from two references (three for PhD) - academic references preferred.
- A one-page Statement of Intent (outlining your proposed area of research, background and potential supervisors)
- Current CV/Resumé
- A copy of transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you have attended
- A portfolio of your digital media projects (optional / Digital Media program only)
- If applicable, a copy of your English-language test results (proof of language proficiency)
- (For PhD): Writing sample (e.g. sample of published work)
Official documents (transcripts, test scores) will be only required if you are accepted into our program.
International Applicants
Due to high demand with limited capacity, we must impose the following criteria for international applicants:
Thesis-based applications
Only international applicants who have the support of a CSIT faculty member potentially willing to supervise them will be considered for admission. All other minimum application requirements must also be met. Please be sure to indicate your funding situation when contacting the faculty member: i.e. whether you will require funding, partial funding, or whether you are self-funded. Please also indicate your research area interest and experience, and ensure that your experience aligns with the research interests of the faculty member to whom you are applying. Also note that we get dozens of applications a week, and those with cover letters generated by AI are easily spotted and immediately dismissed.
Course-based applications
Only international applicants who have an undergraduate degree in a related field are eligible for admission. All other minimum application requirements must also be met. Please see the Carleton list of countries and minimum admission requirements. If you do not meet the minimum GPA but your GPA is close to the cut-off and you have work experience or other experience relevant to your application, please apply.
For admission into Carleton's graduate programs, you will need to demonstrate that your knowledge and use of the English language are strong enough to successfully complete graduate studies at an English-language university.
For a listing of our minimum English-language requirements, please visit our website at: graduate.carleton.ca/international. No exceptions will be made.
Financial Information
Funding available is dependent on degree, prior GPA, status as domestic or international student, and other factors. Please see the below links for more information:
Please note that all international students are asked to provide their funding status at time of enquiry to prospective supervisors. Please let prospective supervisors know if you are self-funded, if you have partial funds, or if you are looking for full funding.