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Master of Science in Software Engineering Systems - Northeastern University—Toronto | Northeastern University—Toronto | Northeastern University
Master of Science in Software Engineering Systems
Toronto
» Master of Science in Software Engineering Systems
Program Format
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College Name
College of Engineering
Curriculum
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Application Deadlines
Fall 2026:
International:
June 1
Domestic (Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents):
August 1
Students admitted to the inaugural Fall 2026 cohort are eligible for a 25% tuition scholarship toward the total cost of the program. For more information, contact the Graduate School of Engineering at
[email protected]
.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT STUDY PERMITS
We recommend students looking to apply for a Study Permit apply 3-4 months minimum in advance of the program start date.
Learn more about Study Permit application on the OGS website.
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Credits Required for Graduation
32 Semester Hours
Program Description
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Program Description and Accreditation
This institution has been granted a consent by
the Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research, Excellence and Security
to offer this program for a five-year term starting
April 4
th
, 2025
. Prospective students
are responsible for
satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be
appropriate to
their needs (e.g., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies, or other educational institutions).
Tuition
Domestic:
$27.7K CAD
International:
$48K CAD
The domestic tuition price is inclusive of a scholarship of up to 25% for all domestic students beginning their graduate studies in the 2026 academic year. Domestic Canadian students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher from their previous institutions are eligible to receive up to 50%. This scholarship is not transferable to alternative programs of study, terms or campuses outside of Toronto, ON.
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025–2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Find detailed information on
tuition and fees
from Student Financial Services.
Program Description
Northeastern University’s Master of Science in Software Engineering Systems (MS SES) program, offered by the College of Engineering, approaches software development from the analytical and methodological perspective of an engineer. Students build advanced design and engineering skills, enhance knowledge in cloud computing, and develop machine learning algorithms.
With the passion for high-performance technology, large-scale machine learning, and AI-type algorithms, students become intuitive problem solvers, experienced engineering architects, and result-focused leaders. Students gain knowledge at the three-way intersection of computer science, engineering, and ethics and are enabled to have a real-world societal impact in high-demand fields across industries.
Unique Features
Students have the opportunity to participate in Northeastern’s top-ranked co-op program, gaining up to 8 months of professional experience as part of the academic program
Students can also pursue a graduate certificate along with their master’s degree to further specialize their education
Graduates of Northeastern’s College of Engineering programs have been very successful in obtaining employment during the last 10 years
Career Outlook
30% Annual growth in Toronto’s startup ecosystem, the fastest among Canada’s top 10 cities (
StartupBlink, startupblink.com
)
27% Increase in Toronto’s tech startup funding from 2022 to 2023, reaching $3.2 billion CAD (
PwC MoneyTree Report, 2023
)
Toronto ranked among the top 10 North American cities for AI talent concentration (
CBRE, 2024
)
70% of tech candidates receive multiple job offers in Toronto (
Motion Recruitment, 2025
)
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