Honours Bachelor of Computer Science (Co-op)
| Study location | Canada, Ontario, Waterloo |
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| Type | Bachelor's Degree, College |
| Nominal duration | 4 years, plus 3 Co-op terms |
| Study language | English |
| Course code | 1514C |
| Tuition fee | CA$19,308 per year The fee is for the 2024–2025 academic year and includes tuition (CA$15,961), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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| Registration fee | CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
| Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To qualify for admission, you must have a high school diploma and have completed the following mandatory courses (or their equivalents) with an overall minimum average of 65 percent:
- In addition, you must have completed four additional Grade 12 courses. Note: Higher averages are often required for admission due to competition for available spaces in the program. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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| Language requirements | English If you are not from an English-speaking country, you must provide proof of your English language proficiency by submitting one of the following tests:
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Overview
The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) (BCS) degree is a four-year program, including three co-op work terms, which will prepare graduates for a number of progressive job opportunities as high-quality software developers.
Building upon the recognized foundations of computer science, students will obtain applied and integrated knowledge and skills in software quality, reliability and security, emphasizing: testing methodologies, software project management techniques and a strong awareness of security/privacy issues. Readiness for practice will be developed in a multidisciplinary curriculum focused around experiential learning activities that will encompass knowledge of computer science theory and its application. The program will be innovative in its use of technology to investigate issues, organize and manage inquiry, aid collaboration, and communicate information. Students will be challenged to examine multiple techniques in software design, development and testing; mastering professional practices that positively impact the quality of the software under development.
Featuring a multidisciplinary curriculum founded on computer science theory and its application, this degree offers experiential learning activities designed to produce career-ready graduates. With an eye to the future, the degree will introduce students to the latest emerging fields:
- Big Data Analysis,
- Cybersecurity,
- Cloud Computing, and
- The Internet of Things
Career opportunities
Graduates will be ready for careers in the areas of computer science, software engineering, software development, information systems analysis/consulting, software quality assurance, test engineering, cloud engineering, big data analytics, IoT, and cybersecurity. Bachelor of Computer Science graduates will also have the opportunity to further their education in graduate studies in the area of computer science and software engineering.