About the course

Knowledge of software and hardware is important in today’s fast-paced IT world and making sure everything is running smoothly is essential to running an effective operation. You’ll emerge from the Software and Information Systems Testing one-year post-grad program with a better understanding of the testing paradigms and methods associated with IT and software development. You’ll understand software and hardware, how to ensure quality control and how to use project management approaches and business analysis techniques.

　　This one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program will prepare you for the in-demand field of quality assurance and quality control in information technology with specialized skills for careers including Business Systems Testing Analyst, Systems Design Verification Technologist and Application Integration Specialist.

　　Gain a broad, in-demand skill set that can be paired with any of the other IT programs offered by Fanshawe

　　Learn how to write external test scripts and the different methods used to figure out the end-user, from bug testing to reporting

　　Gain practical experience in project management, leadership and security testing both in class and through a co-op work term with a local industry partner

　　Discover hardware and software testing methods to ensure the end product meets customer expectations 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: 30 Week(s)Fees: Not available

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

　　

Hear it from the university

　　Answered by

　　

Fanshawe College

　　How can students stay up to date with the latest COVID-19 developments?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

Fanshawe College

　　What is the best way to make friends in Canada?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

Fanshawe College

　　What support do you provide international students who get COVID-19 while studying abroad?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

Fanshawe College

　　What is the cost of studying in Canada as an international student?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

Fanshawe College

　　Does your university offer an additional term for this year?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

Fanshawe College

　　Can international students stay in Canada after graduation?

　　

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Fanshawe College

A Two- or Three-Year College Diploma, or a Degree or Acceptable combination of related work experience and post-secondary education as judged by the College to be equivalent to the above. TOEFL: 570 paper-based test, 88 internet-based test, IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5 with no score less than 6.0 in any of the four bands.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

　　About IELTS

　　Practice and prepare

　　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 Fanshawe College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

　　Pathway options to study at this institution

　　

Reviews and rankings

What our students think

We’ve haven’t received any reviews for this institution yet.

　　Ontario College Graduate Certificate in Software and Information Systems Testing (Co-op)Rated5/5based on1 student reviews

　　Content Faculty Schedule Tutoring facilitiesCustomer reviews:Ontario College Graduate Certificate in Software and Information Systems Testing (Co-op) -byDipinder,2020-01-085.0/ 5 stars