Computer science is a field for the curious and it’s at the centre of everything we do. Computer science is in demand, not only here in Halifax, Canada but around the world and across all industries.
A computer science degree is the key to well-paid, flexible, and fulfilling work opportunities. Where you can match your interests with roles that make a difference.
About our Faculty
• 2100+ students & 4200+ alumni
• 60+ countries represented
• 55+ faculty members
• 5 research clusters
• 2 undergraduate degree programs
• 4 graduate degree programs
• Career Development Centre
• Industry events and career development ShiftKey Labs
About Dalhousie
• 1818: year of founding
• Member of the U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
• Top 12 University in Canada -
Times Higher Ed
• 20,000+ students
• 115+ countries represented
• 24% international students
• 2660 student housing spaces
• 1100+ professors
About our location
• Leading CS program in Atlantic Canada
• Recent 13.3 million investment to support the tech-sector talent demand
• 3rd largest export in Atl. Canada: Digital
• 46,000 directly employed in digital
• 38% of all private sector R&D spending
• $70K: average base salary for early graduates
• Low unemployment rate: 6.3%
Student profile: Breaking barriers beyond the classroom
"Globally, tech was on the rise, and I knew computer science would provide me with lots of opportunities,” says Manar Elgamil.
Once Manar decided on computer science, she didn’t just dip her toes. She dove in headfirst. Today, as she graduates from the Bachelor of Computer Science, she has gone above and beyond to support the Faculty of Computer Science community.
Of graduates stay in Canada after graduation.
Is an average starting salary upon graduating with 10% earning $95,000+.
Of graduates would recommend the co-op program.
We recognize the digital momentum we already have in Nova Scotia, and now we’re helping to create a movement. We invite everyone to join us in our growing digital economy.
Because Here We Code.