★ 61
QS World #252
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
- Founded
- 1859
93 Best Computer Science & IT PhD Universities Worldwide
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
93 universities · ranked best first
how we rank
★ 61
QS World #133
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
- Founded
- 1088
★ 61
QS World #214
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- NZD 33,500 – NZD 45,500/yr
- Founded
- 1869
★ 61
QS World #132
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
- Founded
- 1303
★ 60
QS World #239
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- NZD 31,000 – NZD 41,500/yr
- Founded
- 1927
★ 60
QS World #244
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- NZD 32,500 – NZD 43,500/yr
- Founded
- 1897
★ 59
QS World #290
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- AED 37,500 – AED 50,500/yr
- Founded
- 1976
★ 58
QS World #256
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- NZD 32,500 – NZD 43,500/yr
- Founded
- 1873
★ 57
QS World #219
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,000 – EUR 3,000/yr
- Founded
- 1222
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Which are the best universities in Canada for PhD Computer Science & IT?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Politecnico di Torino, University of Bologna, University of Otago. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Computer Science & IT cost in Canada?▾
Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.
Can international students study Computer Science & IT in Canada?▾
Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.
How are these universities ranked?▾
We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.
Studying Computer Science & IT at PhD level in Canada
Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Computer Science & IT at PhD level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.
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