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University Transfer – Computing Science and Software Systems

University Transfer – Computing Science and Software Systems

Diploma: Certificate

Location: Broadway, Broadway

International students admissibility: PGWP

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Overview

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	The time limit on completion is sixteen months for assured admission to SFU. The time limit on completion is three years for competitive admission to SFU. The maximum allowable time for students to complete the program is three years.
Hours
Delivery	Class-based, Class-based
Campus	Broadway, Broadway
Start Dates	May, Sep

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	The time limit on completion is sixteen months for assured admission to SFU. The time limit on completion is three years for competitive admission to SFU. The maximum allowable time for students to complete the program is three years.
Hours
Delivery	Class-based, Class-based
Campus	Broadway, Broadway
Start Dates	Sep
PGWP	Eligible

Admission Requirement

Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent
Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- English 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent
  or
- English Language Proficiency at a minimum English 12 ‘C+’ level
Knowledge of mathematics demonstrated by one of the following:
- Precalculus 12 with a minimum ‘B’ grade, or equivalent
  or
- Math 0983 and MATH 0993 both with a minimum ‘B’ grade, or equivalent
  or
- Math 1020 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
  or
- VCC Math Precalculus Assessment Test (MPT) with a minimum 72% grade
Knowledge of science demonstrated by one of the following:
- Physics 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or PHYS 0983 and PHYS 0993 both with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent
  or
- Chemistry 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or CHEM 0983 and CHEM 0993 both with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent
  or
- Biology 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or BIOL 0983 and BIOL 0993 both with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

Motivated and disciplined.
Possess analytical and critical thinking skills.
Some word processing experience.

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and Costs

Application fee	$36
Tuition	$6,737
Student union	$145
College initiative	$91
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$167
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$285	Provided by Student Union
U-Pass	$376	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$7,879

Books & Supplies

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax

Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC

No-cost textbooks are available for this program.

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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Tuition deposit	$12,650	$10,000 non-refundable Tuition deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
Application fee	$145
Tuition	$22,391
Student union	$145
College initiative	$95
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$167
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$285	Provided by Student Union
Temporary medical insurance	$149	Medical Insurance for International Students
U-Pass	$376	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$23,853

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax

* Tuition and other fees are approximate and subject to increase up to 5% per year. Students will be required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.

Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.

Application Process

Are you interested in this program?

This program has several options:

Option A: SFU Software Systems Transfer
- Software Systems Pathway (Assured - 16 months to complete VCC courses)
- Software Systems Pathway (Competitive admission - maximum 3 years to complete VCC courses)
Option B: UBC BSc in Computer Science Transfer (Competitive admission)
Option C: UBC BA in Computer Science Transfer (Competitive admission)

Read the University Transfer Computer Science and Software Systems Certificate Course Selection Guide for more information.

To apply to any of these options, please submit your application to the University Transfer Computing Science and Software Systems Certificate. (Note: You must apply separately to the transfer institution of your choice upon completion of the VCC program.)

Don't forget to:

Submit your official transcripts to the Registrar's Office when you apply
Check Important Dates for deadlines and registration information

International students must contact International Education advisors to confirm their study eligibility and the Continuing Studies (CS) department to verify their program eligibility.

Application information is not available at the moment.

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