The PhD in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science at York University is Canada's only doctoral program combining both disciplines under a single degree. Students take courses spanning electrical engineering and computer science and specialize in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering or software engineering. The program is administered through the Lassonde School of Engineering and offered on a full-time or part-time basis, with a fall entry each year. Applicants submit a one-page statement of purpose describing their previous experience, three letters of recommendation and a Supplementary Information Form; the GRE is strongly recommended but not mandatory. Graduates pursue research and advanced technical careers in areas such as computer systems, software engineering, telecommunications, and electrical and computer hardware design, as well as academic positions.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a minimum grade average of B+. A one-page statement of purpose and previous experience, three letters of recommendation, and a Supplementary Information Form (SIF) are required; the GRE is strongly recommended. Minimum English proficiency: TOEFL iBT 90-91 (5 on the 1-6 scale for tests taken from January 2026), IELTS Academic 7, Duolingo English Test 130, PTE Academic 67, and CAEL overall score 65 with no component below 60.
