Computing Systems
A B.A. in Computing Systems focuses on the business application of various technologies. In this program, you’ll have the chance to develop practical skills in designing, implementing, and integrating software applications. Learn the fundamentals of programming languages, data structures, and algorithms, applying what you know to build apps, enhance security, design games, and more. As a student of this program, you get access to the latest digital technologies, with assistance from professors who are experts in their fields. This degree will prepare you for work in the ever-changing tech sector, as you develop expertise in computer literacy.
Degrees Offered:
- B.A.
Locations:
- Durham GTA
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- Complete a fourth-year undergraduate honours thesis project researching a specific topic of interest in the field under the supervision of one of your professors
- Work with real clients in a third-year internship course and get experience working on real-world challenges, such as developing internal web applications for a multinational aviation and space company
- Enrich your areas of expertise by pursuing a joint major outside the academic discipline of Computing Systems, such as Philosophy, Psychology, or Media Studies, to name a few

Career Paths:
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Software Designer
Software engineers and designers research, design, evaluate, integrate and maintain software applications, technical environments, operating systems, embedded software, information warehouses and telecommunications software. They are employed in information technology consulting firms, information technology research and development firms, and information technology units throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.
Career Opportunities
- Database Administrator
- Entrepreneur
- Software Systems Developer
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Technical Writer
- Web Developer
Popular Courses:
- Web Application Development
- Computer Crime & Forensics
- Introduction Into Data Science
- Project Management
- Multimedia and Design
- Artificial Intelligence
- Systems Programming
- Computer Graphics
- Human-Computer Interactions
- Data Mining

Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
Program Requirements:
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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