SFU School of Computing Science

Congratulations to Professor Martin Ester on being named a Canada CIFAR AI Chair! 🎉 His research advances machine learning, scientific discovery, generative molecular modelling, and precision medicine. Learn more about his research, link: cifar.ca/cifarnews/2026/10/0…

Interested in computing education and making technology accessible? Join us on October 29 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM for a Distinguished Lecture by Mark Guzdial, Professor of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Michigan. No registration required, see you there!

Applications are open for Fall 2027 graduate programs & diplomas at @SFU Computing Science! Explore research & professional programs in AI, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Robotics & more. Apply by Jan. 19, 2027: sfu.ca/fas/study/future-grad…

Computer science is evolving. Your skills should, too! Build career-ready skills in Big Data, Visual Computing or Cybersecurity through hands-on learning and a paid co-op at SFU’s Master of Professional Computer Science (MPCS). Link: sfu.ca/fas/study/future-grad… Apply: Oct. 1st

Congratulations to Professor Ghassan Hamarneh and Associate Professor Keval Vora, recipients of the inaugural SFU CS Research Excellence Awards!

We are pleased to welcome three new faculty members to the SFU Computing Science this Fall!👏 Please join us in welcoming Assistant Professors Robert Andrews and Roei Herzig, and Lecturer Hedayat Zarkoob.

Curious about the future of AI and cybersecurity? Join us for an industry talk with Golnaz Elahi, Principal Strategic Cyber Advisor at Mandiant Canada (Google Cloud). Registration required, link: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/i34e…

Welcome back, SFU! Whether you're returning to campus or joining us for the first time, we're glad you're here. Be sure to check out what's happening on campus!

Explore the world of computing science research at CS Research Day 2026! Join us for a day of student research presentations, faculty talks, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities. Registration required. Link: ow.ly/anP550ZIqgq

Ready to accelerate your tech career? Swipe through to see how SFU's MPCS programs can help you gain the skills and experience to stand out in today's tech industry. Applications open October 1, 2026. Learn more about these programs here: ow.ly/gMa750ZC1rR.

Looking for another course to take this fall? CMPT 218/983 is now offered as a "Special Topics" course for both undergraduate and graduate students. Learn more about CMPT 218: ow.ly/LfHp50ZB73P Learn more about CMPT 983: ow.ly/rLCK50ZB73Q

Discover how AI understands visual structure! Join us on August 5 from 11:30AM to 12:30PM for a lecture by Leonidas Guibas, the Paul Pigott Professor of Computer Science at Stanford University. No registration required, see you there!

Explore AI as a new medium! Join us on July 23 from 11:30AM to 12:30PM for a lecture by Nathalie Henry Riche, a Senior Principal Research Manager at Microsoft Research. No registration required, see you there!

Join SFU's thesis-based Master's and PhD programs in Computing Science and shape the technologies of tomorrow. Learn more about our Master's program: ow.ly/jAFh50ZkMlT Learn more about our PhD program: ow.ly/oQ3n50ZkMlo Apply now!

From deep learning to image processing, visual computing is shaping the future of technology. Apply and take the next step toward a future in the rapidly evolving field of visual computing! 👉Next intake: Fall 2026(September). Discover more: ow.ly/1tOW50Zk6pC

Turn data into impact with SFU's Professional Graduate Diploma in Big Data. Apply and take the next step toward a future in the growing data sector! Next intake: Fall 2026 (September). Discover more: ow.ly/54Cu50ZjNwO

Advance your career without pressing pause! Our new Graduate Professional Diploma programs are designed for working professionals looking to build specialized, industry-relevant skills while balancing work and life. Applications are now open for the September 2026 cohort.