Computer Science Co-Op/Computing Systems
Society is in the midst of a technology revolution, which is fueled by the advancement of knowledge in computing. The ability to create, manipulate, and speak the language of technology have become some of the most valued skills applicable to almost every industry. When you study Computer Science, you will be prepared to design, implement and integrate software applications for devices from supercomputers to game boards. This degree prepares you for a career that blends technology like databases, networks, and telecommunications, with elements of ethics, law and culture in the ever-changing tech sector.
Degrees Offered:
- B.A.
- B.Sc.
- B.Sc. (Honours)
Locations:
- Durham GTA
- Peterborough
Specializations:
Resume Boosters:
- In the Computer Science (B.Sc. Hons.) stream offered in Peterborough, pursue the competitive co-op : graduate with 12 months of relevant experience through three paid work terms in the information technology industry, working with such employers as TD Bank, Shopify, and Canadian Border Services
- In Durham, work with real-world clients from industry, government, and education through a third-year internship course
- In Peterborough, work with real-world clients from industry, government, and education through a third-year internship course and fouth-year project course
- Undertake an undergraduate research thesis and investigate a specific field of interest with the expert guidance of your prof
"What I love about Software Engineering is that I am able to build things and complete a fourth year capstone project with a group of my peers."
Career Paths:
Career Opportunities
- Mobile App Developer
- Database Administrator
- Entrepreneur
- Software Systems Developer
- Network Systems Administrator
- Data Scientist
- Software Engineer
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Web Developer
Popular Courses:
- Web Application Development
- Computer Crime & Forensics
- Intro Into Data Science
- Project Management
- Multimedia and Design
- Computer Networks
- Artificial Intelligence
- Systems Programming
- Computer Graphics
- Human-Computer Interaction
- 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
- A minimum 70% overall final average (unless otherwise specified below)
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
Program Requirements:
- Minimum 80% average for Co-op; Only B.Sc. available for Co-op; Applicant Essay for Co-op due February 1st
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