Computer Science
Learn how to create, manipulate, and speak the language of technology, all while gaining hands-on experience applying these skills in real-world scenarios.
In Computer Science at Trent, you’ll develop a combination of knowledge and technical abilities as you explore everything from computer forensics, data mining, and web-application development, to graphics, artificial intelligence, and programming.
Small class sizes and our emphasis on career experience and hands-on learning mean you’ll have unique opportunities for mentorship and networking with Trent’s faculty of experts, as well as industry partners.
Get advanced use of the latest science and digital technologies, with assistance from professors who are experts in their fields.
Trent's paid co-op is an opportunity for you to gain work-integrated experiential learning that will help you get a head start on your career. The Computer Science co-op assists graduating students in achieving a competitive edge while generating experience within a wide range of sectors.
Specifically, paid co-op gives you a chance to obtain 12 months of practical experience on the job, develop or enhance technical skills, explore career options, network with a variety of individuals and organizations, learn from mentors, enhance communication and presentation skills, and develop technical writing skills.
- Graduate with 12 months of work experience through the paid co-op stream, working with employers such as TD Bank, Shopify, Amazon, and Canada’s Department of National Defence, to name a few
- Participate in the third-year internship and earn 80-120 hours of on-the-job training and experience
- Complete the fourth-year capstone course working directly with a real business client to design an information system or software product
- Join the Computer Science Society, network with major tech hubs, and compete at national Hackathon events
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Requirements
If you are coming straight from high school in Ontario or are a recent grad, the general admission requirements are:
- 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
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
- 4U Math
Program requirements for admittance into co-op:
- A minimum 80% average for co-op
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Students from across Canada can use their grades from their home province to apply to Trent.
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International students from outside Canada can apply based on the curriculum of their home country.
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Mature students can apply to Trent based on previous education and professional or volunteer experience.
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With many transfer agreements and flexible pathway options, Trent University makes it easy for students to make the most of the credits you have already earned.
Trent devotes more of our operating budget to undergraduate scholarships and bursaries than any other University our size in the country. It's why we've been one of the best in Ontario for for more than 20 years.
At Trent, we believe in rewarding academic excellence and supporting accessible education for all. That's why we offer over 1,000 scholarships, bursaries, prizes awards, including entrance, in-course, and prestigious opportunities.
If you’re a top scholar with an average of 80% or higher you are automatically eligible to receive an entrance scholarship at Trent – no application required.
Explore Trent's prestigious scholarships and unique funding opportunities for each program in our full list of awards.
Whether you're graduating from an Ontario high school, looking to study in Canada, or training for a second career, Trent has clear pathways for students to apply and be admitted to study at either of our campuses.
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