About the course
Advances in computing are at the heart of the most significant changes to our society in recent history. Computer Science abounds with exciting opportunities for a great career that can also make a difference in the world. The B.Sc. Honours in Computer Science allows students to conduct research and develop expertise, in preparation for studies beyond the undergraduate level, or for enhanced employment opportunities. Computer Science is a rapidly-growing field, generating a great number of employment opportunities. Government agencies are predicting shortages of qualified computing people that will number in the tens of thousands in Canada alone. The Bachelor of Science, Major in Computer Science, is designed to meet the training and educational requirements outlined by CIPS (Canadian Information Processing Society), ACM (Association for Computing Machinery), and IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). These requirements reflect the needs of the computing industry, both nationally and internationally. The program is composed of courses drawn from the systems, theoretical and business application domains. It is designed to train students in applied computer science and educate them in the social, ethical and legal implications of computer science. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available
Intake |
Location |
Fall (September), 2024 |
Nanaimo |
Fall (September), 2025 |
Nanaimo |
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Entry requirements for Vancouver Island University
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Proof of English language proficiency is required from applicants for whom English is not their first language or from those whose education was completed in any country where English is not the official language.
International Baccalaureate English A1/A2 - Higher Level (HL)/ Standard Level (SL) grade 3 or higher
International students who are BC high school graduates must have a minimum grade of ?C? in English 12 for direct entry into an academic program.
IELTS (Academic) - 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
TOEFL IBT - 88 (no section below 20)
TOEFL Paper Based Test - 550 (no section below 56)
English language requirements
6.5
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0
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