# Programs
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The David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science and the Faculty of Mathematics offer a number of programs and options to graduate students, including co-operative education.
As a graduate student, you will have the independence to pursue your preferred [area of research](https://cs.uwaterloo.ca/research/research-areas) with a faculty supervisor. [Explore faculty members in Computer Science who can supervise graduate students](https://cs.uwaterloo.ca/contacts?title=&group%5B68%5D=68).
## Doctoral (PhD)
As a PhD student, you will be expected to conduct meaningful research that expands the scope of your graduate work. Applicants entering the PhD program with a Master's degree can expect to complete the program in four years. \
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Exceptional applicants may be considered for direct-entry to the PhD program from a Bachelor's program. Applicants entering the PhD program with a Bachelor's degree only can expect to complete the program in six years.
## Master of Mathematics (MMath)
As an MMath student, you will have the independence to pursue your preferred area of research, graduating with skills to pursue work with advanced knowledge in computer science. Applicants can expect to complete their studies within two years. Students may choose to switch into the co-op option after starting their program.
[Explore graduate co-op at the University of Waterloo.](https://uwaterloo.ca/co-operative-education/grad)
[ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
PhD, Computer Science](https://uwaterloo.ca/future-graduate-students/programs/by-faculty/math/computer-science-doctor-philosophy-phd)
[ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
MMath, Computer Science](https://uwaterloo.ca/future-graduate-students/programs/by-faculty/math/computer-science-master-math-mmath)
## Specialized Degrees in Quantum Information
Students have the flexibility to specialize in quantum information, a cross-disciplinary degree offered by the Institute of Quantum Computing and a number of departments within the Faculties of Mathematics, Engineering, and Science. Apply theories from various areas of study to understand and use properties from the quantum world.
[Explore faculty members affiliated with the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) who can supervise graduate students in Computer Science](https://uwaterloo.ca/institute-for-quantum-computing/graduate-studies/supervisors#ComputerScience)
### Doctoral (PhD), Quantum Information Specialization
Program timelines are the same as the Computer Science PhD program above. Students may also apply to this program via a direct-entry pathway.
### Master of Mathematics (MMath), Quantum Information Specialization
Program timelines are the same as the Computer Science MMath program above. The co-op option is also available for this program.
[ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
PhD, Computer Science (Quantum Information)](https://uwaterloo.ca/future-graduate-students/programs/by-faculty/math/computer-science-quantum-information-doctor-philosophy-phd)
[ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
MMath, Computer Science (Quantum Information)](https://uwaterloo.ca/future-graduate-students/programs/by-faculty/math/computer-science-quantum-information-master-math-mmath)
## Accelerated Master of Mathematics
This option is available to UW students in BCS or BMath/CS degrees only.
Current University of Waterloo students can start their graduate studies early by enrolling in graduate-level courses during their undergraduate program. Begin taking graduate courses as early as fourth year that can go towards the completion of your Master's degree. Apply during your third year of study.
[Explore the application process for the Accelerated Master of Mathematics.](https://uwaterloo.ca/academic-calendar/graduate-studies/catalog#/programs/B14oJ-u7T)
## Ready to Apply?
[REVIEW THE COMPUTER SCIENCE
Application Process](https://cs.uwaterloo.ca/future-graduate-students/applying-admissions)
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Online Application](https://uwaterloo.ca/future-graduate-students/admissions/how-to-apply)