Master of Science in Computing Science 

at Simon Fraser University, Burnaby

Simon Fraser University offers over 500 UG and PG courses to international students. Some popular courses are Biology and Biochemistry, Computing Science, Physics, Professional Computer Science, Digital Media, and more. The best part about these courses is that they are provided through best faculty members with years of experience, affordable, and at the same time they comprise in-depth curriculum.

Individual programs focus on courses that are relevant to their discipline. This includes specific grade 11 and grade 12 courses that are needed to succeed in the first year at SFU.

The University of Waterloo and Simon Fraser University both are some of the best universities in Canada. According to US News & World Report, the University of Waterloo ranks at #192 and the Simon Fraser University ranks at #408 under the category of “Best Global Universities 2025”. Check the table listed below for Waterloo University and Simon Fraser University ranking over the past years:

According to the Times Higher Education, the University of Waterloo is ranked at #163 and Simon Fraser University ranks between#301-350 under the category of “World University Rankings 2025”. The comparative rankings of University of Waterloo and Simon Fraser University are given as follows:

Each year thousands of students from Canada and all over the world apply to SFU. However, Simon Fraser University is very selective in admissions.  With an acceptance rate of 59%,  it is slightly selective to get into Simon Fraser University. To get into Simon Fraser University students require to score anywhere between a 2.40 to 3.20 GPA. 

The Simon Fraser University world ranking is also impressive. QS rankings are given below: 

As per the official statistics for 2024, over 37,000 students attended Simon Fraser University, of which more than 8,000 were international students from 133 countries. Simon Fraser University provides professional experience to students and prepares them for the future. It offers a co-op education programme to build hands-on experience, local and international schools and exchanges, volunteer stewardship activities, and leadership training.

The Simon Fraser University requirements for international students depends on where you're currently studying, and at what level. We have shared below the general requirements for students to apply for Simon Fraser University admission:

Requirements for Undergraduate courses

·      English Language Requirements - IELTS – Academic (6.5 with no less than 6.0)/ TOEFL iBT (88 or above with no less than 20 in each of the four components)/ PTE Academic (65 with no less than 60 in each components)/ Duolingo (125 or above)

·      Quantitative and Analytical Skills Requirements – Must score a minimum of 50% in Standard XII level Math for admission

·      General Admission Requirements – Submit your academic transcript which includes interim standard XII level marks

·      Additional requirements as per the subject

Requirements for Graduate courses

·      English Language Requirements - IELTS – Academic (6.5 with no less than 6.0)/ TOEFL iBT (88 or above with no less than 20 in each of the four components)/ PTE Academic (65 with no less than 60 in each components)/ Duolingo (125 or above)

·      Quantitative and Analytical Skills Requirements – Must score a 60% or C in an approved grade 11 or grade 12 math course

·      General Admission Requirements – Must complete the full IB Diploma, including at least 3 HL courses

·      Additional requirements as per the subject

The IELTS score required for admission to SFU is overall 6.5 with no part less than 6.0. The same score is required for admission to PG courses as well. Additionally, in place of IELTS scores, students can also submit TOEFL / PTE / Duolingo scores. The minimum test scores required in these English language proficiency test scores are given below:

The Simon Fraser University application fee for  for international students is CAD 130 and CAD 82.60 for domestic students. The application process at SFU is a three steps process. In the first step, you complete/submit the application form. Then you pay a non-refundable CAD 130 application fee and finally, you upload all the required documents. Once you have completed all the application steps you are required to submit an application fees or your application will not be evaluated.