Honours Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Program Description

Available intakes: January & September

Studying Computer Science is your gateway to mastering the technology that is rapidly revolutionizing our world. As a Computer Science student you will be able to tailor your education by choosing two program streams: Business Focus or Science Focus.

Our Business Focus provides a path to the Entrepreneurship Certificate offered by the Faculty of Business, whereas our Science Focus emphasizes electives in the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies. Both paths cover a comprehensive curriculum detailing several languages including Java and C/C++ and feature core Computer Science courses such as:

Computer Programming

Data Structures

Computer Graphics

Big Data

Mobile Computing

Internet Security

Artificial Intelligence

Cloud Computing

Our department has access to some of the latest technology available in Canada housed in our ATAC laboratories, classrooms, our 3-D virtual reality room and our server room with our recently acquired cluster for parallel computing.

During your undergrad you will have the opportunity to participate in our co-operative education program to gain rewarding experiences in the industry, acquire practical skills and earn an income to finance your education. We have placed over 700 students with industry partners including IBM, Environment Canada, RIM, Atomic Energy of Canada, the Canadian Grain Commission, CIBC and more. 

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: 80 (Min Reading: 19.0, Min Writing: 19.0, Min Listening: 19.0, Min Speaking: 19.0)

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

Min Duolingo English Test Score: 110

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