Bachelor of Computer Science (Optional Co-op)

Program Description

Available intakes: January & September

Students at the Jodrey School of Computer Science acquire skills that are relevant, current, and in future demand. These skills are gathered via a cutting-edge, nationally and internationally accredited curriculum, as well as through relevant job experience supported by Acadia’s co-op program and industry partners. Computing can be your main area of study, or it can be integrated with other disciplines such as math, business, biology, engineering, health science, environmental science, education, or music. 

 A degree in computer science allows a student to secure employment in an area of personal and community interest. Specialization programs include mobile computing, game development, software development, and data analytics.

Admission Requirements

Minimum Level of Education Required: Grade 12 / High School

Min GPA: 70.0% Convert grades

English Proficiency Requirements:

For direct admission, applicant must be from an English speaking country or meet either of the following English test scores:

Min TOEFL iBT: 90 (Min Reading: 20.0, Min Writing: 20.0, Min Listening: 20.0, Min Speaking: 20.0)

Min IELTS overall: 6.5 (Min Reading: 6.0, Min Writing: 6.0, Min Listening: 6.0, Min Speaking: 6.0)

NOTE: Applicants interested in applying for direct admission, but are yet to complete an acceptable language test, can do so, but must provide valid results before receiving a final offer letter.

For conditional admission, instead of submitting language proficiency test scores, applicant may complete English courses prior to the academic program. The length of the English course is determined based on the applicant's level of English proficiency.

• September 2021 Available