About the course

Businesses in every sector rely on information technology (IT) professionals to compete. Prepare to meet that demand with UFV's intensive, two-year Computer Information Systems (CIS) diploma. You'll gain the skills you need to work within the IT sector supporting single and networked systems. Your courses will introduce you to a range of key areas, helping you become both versatile and valuable. You'll learn network and database administration, web design. You'll also explore network security, information systems management, and programming. Courses in business and communications will ensure you have soft skills to help you succeed. Expect a strong mix of theoretical groundwork and specific skill development. You'll grow your skills through hands-on work in UFV's well-equipped computer labs. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$32,736

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Abbotsford
April, 2024	Abbotsford
Summer (May), 2024	Abbotsford
Fall (September), 2024	Abbotsford
Winter (January), 2025	Abbotsford
April, 2025	Abbotsford
Summer (May), 2025	Abbotsford
Fall (September), 2025	Abbotsford
Winter (January), 2026	Abbotsford
April, 2026	Abbotsford
Summer (May), 2026	Abbotsford

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of the Fraser Valley

One of the following:

　　B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent

　　Mature student 19 years or older (see Note)

　　Completion of nine university-level credits

　　A minimum GPA of 2.0 in all university courses attempted is required.

　　One of the following:

　　Principles of Mathematics 12 with a C+ or better

　　Foundations of Mathematics 12 with a C or better

　　Pre-calculus 12 with a C or better

　　MATH 094 and MATH 095 with a C or better in both

　　MATH 096 with a C or better

　　MATH 110 with a C or better

　　The prerequisite to CMNS 125, CMNS 175, or ENGL 105

　　IELTS (Academic) - score of 6.5 or higher with a minimum band score of 6.0

　　TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) – IBT score of 88 with no section below 20, or

　　paper-based score of 570 with a TWE (essay) score of 4.5 or higher.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of the Fraser Valley. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　Diploma in Computer Information SystemsRated3/5based on3 student reviews

　　Customer reviews:Diploma in Computer Information Systems -byRamanpreet Singh,2019-12-202.0/ 5 stars

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　　Customer reviews:Diploma in Computer Information Systems -bySamandeep Kaur,2019-12-204.0/ 5 stars

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