Program

Computer and Information Systems (Post-Baccalaureate Diploma)

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Faculty
Commerce & Business Administration
Department
Computing Studies & Information Systems
Credits
60.00
Length of program
Two years
Credential type
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
Learning format
Full-time
Part-time
Admission type
Open Enrolment - Additional Admission Requirements
Offered
Fall
Summer
Winter

Overview

Do you have a passion for apps and technology? Get started on your path to becoming a computer programmer, web technician, software engineer, information systems analyst, data administrator and more in this intensive, two-year program.

In your first year, you’ll learn the basics of computing and programming, and will become familiar with current development tools. In your second year, you’ll hone your technical skills through one of three streams.

Choose one of three streams 

The Computer and Information Systems program offers three streams in:

  • Data Analytics
  • Emerging Technology
  • Cybersecurity

These streams will help you build industry-relevant skills for your chosen career path. See the More Information tab for details on each stream.

Two ways to get a practical education

Earn money and get relevant work experience before you graduate with the optional Co-operative Education Program.  

Get essential career training that will prepare you for your future career with the Advanced Career Development Program.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:

  • General College Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or an equivalent credential from an approved institution of a different country. Any applicant who earned their credential in a language other than English must meet the ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏÍø English language proficiency requirement.

Note: Applicants must apply for one of three streams available for this program: Emerging Technology, Data Analytics, or CyberSecurity

Cost

Calculate your tuition and see the approximate cost of taking your program at ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏÍø with the tuition & fee estimator. See costs broken down into categories including tuition fees, textbooks, student activity fees, U-Pass and more. 

For more information, refer to the tuition fee charts. 

Program Requirements

Curriculum framework

Graduation Requirements

  • Successful completion of 60 credits
  • In good academic standing
  • A minimum program GPA of 2.00 is required
  • 70% (42 credits) of all coursework must be completed at ºÚÁϱ¬ÁÏÍø
  • Time limit to complete the program graduation requirements: 7 years. Any courses completed outside of that time limit will not be usable. Students may seek the permission of the Department/Program to complete a credential outside the approved time limits.
  • Students can also take this program with a cooperative education option (see additional admissions requirements below and additional credits required in the second table)

Additional Graduation Requirements with Cooperative Education Option

  • Successful completion of 9 additional credits through Cooperative Education I (COOP 1100)
  • Students completing the Cooperative Education Option will graduate with 69 credits

Course Requirements (see note 1):

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

Year I (notes 2 and 3)

CSIS 1175

Introduction to Programming I

3.00

CSIS 1280

Multimedia Web Development

3.00

CSIS 2175

Advanced Integrated Software Development

3.00

CSIS 2200

Systems Analysis & Design

3.00

CSIS 2260

Operating Systems

3.00

CSIS 2270

Virtualization and Computer Networking

3.00

CSIS 2300

Database I

3.00