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Computer Systems Technology

CREDENTIAL: Diploma
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Build  hands-on skills in design and development of intelligent web / mobile / or general sofware applications using AI-assisted tools while launching your career developing software and solving computer-related issues for businesses, governments, or institutions.

Tuition: 46204*
Credential: Diploma
Length: 2 0 years
Hours: Full-time
Delivery: Class-based
Program Flyer: Download /media/vancouver-community-college/content-assets/documents/international/flyer-computer-systems-technology.pdf.pdf
Campus: Downtown Downtown
Start Dates: Jan, Sep
 

What you will learn

-What is a Computing System

-How to use it to solve problems using intelligent Software Systems

-The theory and practice of proper code design and testing.

What to expect

  • Foundation of software development is taught in first year: core courses in Computer Systems, Programming, and Software Analysis and Design
  • In second year students take Project-oriented hands-on courses in which they work often in team on industry level projects. 
  • Final Term students work on a Capstone project to develop real-world application for real or simulated clients.
  •  Hands-on interactive courses being taught mostly in-person, and often in a team setting using the latest AI-aware mediums such as VS Code, MS CoPilot, and such.

Admission requirements

Program-specific

  • Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
  • English Studies 12 with a minimum 'C' grade, or equivalent
  • Foundation of Mathematics 11 with a minimum 'C+' grade, or equivalent

General

  • Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
  • International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
  • Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
  • All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom. English requirements vary by program. For details, visit VCC International - English Requirements.   

Recommended Characteristics

  • Love coding and problem-solving
  • Logical and critical thinker
  • Able to work long hours on computers
     
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Research-oriented, curious to use new and intelligent tools in their search
  • Client-oriented outlook and ability to work well with a wide variety of people
  • Ability to give and receive feedback
  • Enthusiastic, positive, optimistic attitude
  • Pro-active self-starter
  • Basic understanding of computers and comfortable using mobile devices 
  • Interested in technology, gadgets, and applications that run on them

Courses *

Prior learning assessment and recognition

Prior learning assessment and recognition is not available for this program.

* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and other costs *

Tuition deposits are payable usually within three weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.

Tuition Deposit

12100 (10000 non-refundable)

Tution deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
Application fee145
Tuition Tuition 46204
Tuition Breakdown
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Student union354
College initiative232
Materials0 not including textbooks
Campus resource463
Laundry0
Tools (deposit)0
Coverall (deposit)0
Uniform (deposit)0
Medical and Dental 570
Temporary Medical Insurance 149
U-PASS 1058
Graduation45
Program-specific extra fees0
Total

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. 

Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.

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Jan 2025
(Winter term)
 February 01, 2024
Sep 2025
(Fall term)
 September 20, 2024

STATUS INFORMATION

  • Apply Now: Qualified applicants may receive offers of admission if seats are available, or placed on waitlists if seats are full.
  • Closed: Applications are not accepted.
  • For details about application availability based on study permit status and recommendations if the application status is closed, visit the Availability Status page.
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