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By choosing Acadia's Informatics graduate program, you will increase the depth and breadth of your knowledge through additional courses and studies, and you will further develop your research skills through the development of complex projects and theses with a supervisor. You will benefit from our small class sizes and collaborative approach to research - you will develop a high level of contact and collaboration with your tutor and gain skills working in groups with other researchers. Many of our research projects are collaborative in nature, where you work and discuss with tutors and groups of students as you pursue your own research project. The Jodrey School of Computing is a strong leader in the Acadia Institute for Data Analytics (AIDA), which offers many opportunities for you to collaborate with local business and industry partners using data to solve problems of interest. AIDA is run by the Acadia Center for Entrepreneurship - its programming helps you connect with local businesses and entrepreneurs.

Acadia produced the world's first Web Census - a comprehensive study of all Web servers on the publicly addressable Internet - and was prolific in researching the results and methods for learning Web structure. Our expertise in artificial intelligence, mobile computing and multi-agent systems is strengthened by collaboration between our researchers and students in the Cooperative Intelligent Distributed Systems Group and the Intelligent Information Technology Research Laboratory.

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the Acadia University have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About Acadia University

Acadia University is a Canadian university in Nova Scotia, Canada. It is one of Canada's most prestigious universities and has a renowned national and global reputation. Founded in 1838, Acadia is one of Canada's oldest universities. Today it offers more than 200 undergraduate or graduate courses.

Acadia currently has 3,574 students, and they come from a variety of backgrounds. Students come to study at universities from almost all Canadian provinces. International students are also well represented from over 60 countries. The university offers a holistic learning experience through experiential learning, community engagement, research and innovation

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The Department of Art offers degree programs leading to Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the history of art, design and visual culture, as well as Master of Fine Arts and Master of Design degrees in several studio disciplines. The department also offers undergraduate programs in art history, design and visual culture. Programs leading to the MDes degree offer advanced study in visual communication design or industrial design. Programs leading to an MFA degree are designed for advanced students in painting, sculpture, printmaking, or drawing/medium. Master's and PhD programs in art history, design and visual culture offer advanced study and research.

An MA can be either course-based or thesis-based. Masters students of the studio are offered enough independent workspaces and all the equipment necessary for the development of study and research work. A well-stocked university library and the department's Visual Resource Center with access to digital images and over 300,000 slides provide reference material. 18 full-time academic staff are available for guidance and discussion. Questions to the Postgraduate Coordinator of the Department of Art and Design.

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Alberta have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Alberta

Founded in 1908, the University of Alberta (U of A) offers over 200 undergraduate and 500 graduate programs and is currently ranked in the top five universities in Canada. The University uses the most advanced resources and facilities in research, offering path-breaking insights into artificial intelligence, life sciences, and health. Over 40,000 students are enrolled at the University, of which over 9,000 are international from 150 countries. The University is ranked second in Canada and in the global top 100 for post-graduation employment outcomes (QS Graduate Employability Rankings). The Career Centre supports all students and recent graduates with programs to launch their careers. The University receives almost $500 million of research annually from external sources and houses over 400 distinct research laboratories. Currently, the University of Alberta ranks among the top five universities for research in Canada. It is also a member of the U15 universities, apart from being a part of the Worldwide Universities Network, an organisation comprising 19 universities on six continents. The U of A strives to enhance students’ opportunities to study internationally at dozens of partner institutions. Exchanges are also possible with fellow members of the Worldwide Universities Network, a consortium of 18 top universities established to facilitate global research and teaching collaborations.

Services for international students

The University of Alberta delivers continuous support to international students, ensuring that incoming students know what to expect before entering Canada. The International Services Centre at the University helps students get all the relevant information regarding immigration, health insurance, programs, housing arrangements and renter’s agreements. It is home to International Student Services, Global Education, Visiting Programs and Education Abroad. The team is open for in-person and online advising, for which students need to book an appointment. The team also assists in airport pick-ups when the international students first arrive. U of A+ is an academic success programme that helps international students culturally adapt to a new learning environment. Workshops, activities, and classes are conducted to help students acclimatise. Close to 450 student groups are active on campus in nearly every area of student interest: academic, cultural, recreational, and political.

Ranking
111th in QS World University Ranking 2024 118th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 7th in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023 126-150th in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2022

Accommodation
The University has a total of 13 halls of residence, and these are open to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Lister Centre is the primary residence of first-year students, located on the north Campus. Both single (private) and shared rooms are available. Provisions for students with families are also available. Accommodation varies from dormitories to apartments, available as furnished or unfurnished.

Location
The University of Alberta has five campuses, four in Edmonton and one in Camrose. Some campuses are more self-contained, with facilities like tennis courts, a lifestyle centre, a gym, and a wellness centre. Several parks, a museum, the Metro Cinema, and stores are nearby the University. Most students either walk around the campus or cycle. The Light Rail Transit or bus service are the best options to travel between campuses and Enterprise Square. In addition, a free shuttle bus service operates between Campus St. Jean and the North Campus. International students can reach the University of Alberta by landing at the Edmonton International Airport (YEG), which is 25 km away from the University.

Alumni
Joe Clark (former Canadian Prime Minister) Violet King Henry (first black female lawyer in Canada) Richard Taylor (Nobel laureate, Physics) Beverly McLachlin (former Chief Justice, Canada) Margaret Atwood (novelist and poet)

Course Details

Why study this program?

The Department of Anthropology offers a doctor of philosophy and a master's degree (on a thesis basis). Students planning graduate study in anthropology should direct their questions to the departmental graduate program advisor/research coordinator. Guidelines for the department's graduate program can be found on our Graduate Student Information website, which is linked to the Department of Anthropology website.

Entry requirements

The Department's minimum admission requirements for the Master's program (thesis-based) is a bachelor's degree in Anthropology or a closely related discipline with a GPA of at least 3.3 on a 4-point scale from the University of Alberta or an equivalent qualification. and from a recognized institution. Entry GPA is calculated from the last 60 units of graded courses completed or the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded courses.

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Alberta have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Alberta

Founded in 1908, the University of Alberta (U of A) offers over 200 undergraduate and 500 graduate programs and is currently ranked in the top five universities in Canada. The University uses the most advanced resources and facilities in research, offering path-breaking insights into artificial intelligence, life sciences, and health. Over 40,000 students are enrolled at the University, of which over 9,000 are international from 150 countries. The University is ranked second in Canada and in the global top 100 for post-graduation employment outcomes (QS Graduate Employability Rankings). The Career Centre supports all students and recent graduates with programs to launch their careers. The University receives almost $500 million of research annually from external sources and houses over 400 distinct research laboratories. Currently, the University of Alberta ranks among the top five universities for research in Canada. It is also a member of the U15 universities, apart from being a part of the Worldwide Universities Network, an organisation comprising 19 universities on six continents. The U of A strives to enhance students’ opportunities to study internationally at dozens of partner institutions. Exchanges are also possible with fellow members of the Worldwide Universities Network, a consortium of 18 top universities established to facilitate global research and teaching collaborations.

Services for international students

The University of Alberta delivers continuous support to international students, ensuring that incoming students know what to expect before entering Canada. The International Services Centre at the University helps students get all the relevant information regarding immigration, health insurance, programs, housing arrangements and renter’s agreements. It is home to International Student Services, Global Education, Visiting Programs and Education Abroad. The team is open for in-person and online advising, for which students need to book an appointment. The team also assists in airport pick-ups when the international students first arrive. U of A+ is an academic success programme that helps international students culturally adapt to a new learning environment. Workshops, activities, and classes are conducted to help students acclimatise. Close to 450 student groups are active on campus in nearly every area of student interest: academic, cultural, recreational, and political.

Ranking
111th in QS World University Ranking 2024 118th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 7th in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023 126-150th in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2022

Accommodation
The University has a total of 13 halls of residence, and these are open to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Lister Centre is the primary residence of first-year students, located on the north Campus. Both single (private) and shared rooms are available. Provisions for students with families are also available. Accommodation varies from dormitories to apartments, available as furnished or unfurnished.

Location
The University of Alberta has five campuses, four in Edmonton and one in Camrose. Some campuses are more self-contained, with facilities like tennis courts, a lifestyle centre, a gym, and a wellness centre. Several parks, a museum, the Metro Cinema, and stores are nearby the University. Most students either walk around the campus or cycle. The Light Rail Transit or bus service are the best options to travel between campuses and Enterprise Square. In addition, a free shuttle bus service operates between Campus St. Jean and the North Campus. International students can reach the University of Alberta by landing at the Edmonton International Airport (YEG), which is 25 km away from the University.

Alumni
Joe Clark (former Canadian Prime Minister) Violet King Henry (first black female lawyer in Canada) Richard Taylor (Nobel laureate, Physics) Beverly McLachlin (former Chief Justice, Canada) Margaret Atwood (novelist and poet)

Course Details

Why study this program?

The Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine offers a program leading to a master's degree in anesthesiology and pain medicine with a medical program. More information about these two programs can be found below and in the medical section. Research can be conducted in several areas related to anesthesiology and pain medicine (ie, neuroscience, regional anaesthesia, and cognition). Questions should be directed to the Certified Coordinator of the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent academic certificate to be admitted to this program. The department generally does not accept students with an undergraduate GPA of less than 3.1 at the University of Alberta or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. If applicable (see English Language Requirement), applicants must obtain a TOEFL score of at least 95 (online) or an equivalent or equivalent IELTS or CAEL score.

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Alberta have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Alberta

Founded in 1908, the University of Alberta (U of A) offers over 200 undergraduate and 500 graduate programs and is currently ranked in the top five universities in Canada. The University uses the most advanced resources and facilities in research, offering path-breaking insights into artificial intelligence, life sciences, and health. Over 40,000 students are enrolled at the University, of which over 9,000 are international from 150 countries. The University is ranked second in Canada and in the global top 100 for post-graduation employment outcomes (QS Graduate Employability Rankings). The Career Centre supports all students and recent graduates with programs to launch their careers. The University receives almost $500 million of research annually from external sources and houses over 400 distinct research laboratories. Currently, the University of Alberta ranks among the top five universities for research in Canada. It is also a member of the U15 universities, apart from being a part of the Worldwide Universities Network, an organisation comprising 19 universities on six continents. The U of A strives to enhance students’ opportunities to study internationally at dozens of partner institutions. Exchanges are also possible with fellow members of the Worldwide Universities Network, a consortium of 18 top universities established to facilitate global research and teaching collaborations.

Services for international students

The University of Alberta delivers continuous support to international students, ensuring that incoming students know what to expect before entering Canada. The International Services Centre at the University helps students get all the relevant information regarding immigration, health insurance, programs, housing arrangements and renter’s agreements. It is home to International Student Services, Global Education, Visiting Programs and Education Abroad. The team is open for in-person and online advising, for which students need to book an appointment. The team also assists in airport pick-ups when the international students first arrive. U of A+ is an academic success programme that helps international students culturally adapt to a new learning environment. Workshops, activities, and classes are conducted to help students acclimatise. Close to 450 student groups are active on campus in nearly every area of student interest: academic, cultural, recreational, and political.

Ranking
111th in QS World University Ranking 2024 118th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 7th in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023 126-150th in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2022

Accommodation
The University has a total of 13 halls of residence, and these are open to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Lister Centre is the primary residence of first-year students, located on the north Campus. Both single (private) and shared rooms are available. Provisions for students with families are also available. Accommodation varies from dormitories to apartments, available as furnished or unfurnished.

Location
The University of Alberta has five campuses, four in Edmonton and one in Camrose. Some campuses are more self-contained, with facilities like tennis courts, a lifestyle centre, a gym, and a wellness centre. Several parks, a museum, the Metro Cinema, and stores are nearby the University. Most students either walk around the campus or cycle. The Light Rail Transit or bus service are the best options to travel between campuses and Enterprise Square. In addition, a free shuttle bus service operates between Campus St. Jean and the North Campus. International students can reach the University of Alberta by landing at the Edmonton International Airport (YEG), which is 25 km away from the University.

Alumni
Joe Clark (former Canadian Prime Minister) Violet King Henry (first black female lawyer in Canada) Richard Taylor (Nobel laureate, Physics) Beverly McLachlin (former Chief Justice, Canada) Margaret Atwood (novelist and poet)

Course Details

Artificial intelligence is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing areas of ICT and science. It has the potential to positively transform every aspect of our lives, from smart cities and autonomous vehicles to better healthcare and a low-carbon economy. Artificial intelligence is capable of providing intelligent solutions to help us tackle many of today's biggest societal challenges. Be part of this exciting development by joining the one-year MSc in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence.

This program is aimed at graduates with a basic qualification in Computer Science or a related field. This is not a refresher course but assumes that students already have a very high technical level of computer science training. The full-time MSc in Artificial Intelligence is taught by recognized interdisciplinary experts from the University of Galway. Over two semesters, it covers many complementary areas of AI, including deep learning, natural language processing, optimization and reinforcement. In addition, students reinforce their new skills in a 30-credit project completed over the summer. Here, students can have the opportunity to work with a research group or industrial partner.

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Galway have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Galway

The University of Galway is a public research university located in the city of Galway, Ireland. It was established in 1845 and today welcomes more than 18,000 students through its doors who are attracted to its reputation for excellent teaching and leading research. A significantly multicultural University, the institution attracts around 4000 international students from over 122 countries annually. The University of Galway was awarded Irish University of the Year 2022 in the Sunday Times Good University Guide.

What is the University of Galway's acceptance rate?

The University of Galway's acceptance rate is 86%.

Course Details

This course is designed to train and equip graduates to prepare them for the growing opportunities to work as data analysts in demand across a wide range of industries including finance, management, manufacturing, food, healthcare and media. The course emphasizes the development of a strong theoretical and applied foundation and builds on our existing data science and analytical strengths in the School of Information Technology and the Insight Institute, as well as our experience of completing successful Masters's in Data Analytics.

Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible for the highly successful MSc Data Analytics or MSc Artificial Intelligence, offering more in-depth and specialized training in advanced data science or artificial intelligence topics such as machine learning. Transfer to these programs requires funds and at least a high 2:1 standing in undergraduate studies at the discretion of the program director. 

English Language Requirements

Most courses at the University of Galway have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before applying to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.

About University of Galway

The University of Galway is a public research university located in the city of Galway, Ireland. It was established in 1845 and today welcomes more than 18,000 students through its doors who are attracted to its reputation for excellent teaching and leading research. A significantly multicultural University, the institution attracts around 4000 international students from over 122 countries annually. The University of Galway was awarded Irish University of the Year 2022 in the Sunday Times Good University Guide.

What is the University of Galway's acceptance rate?

The University of Galway's acceptance rate is 86%.