Graduate Certificate Big Data Solution Architecture at Conestoga College, Kitchener Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

Graduate Certificate (Big Data Solution Architecture)

1 year

Co Op & On Campus

English

Field of Study:

Information Technology,

Architecture

CA$17,450/Yr

CA$17,450 /Yr

Graduate Certificate in Big Data Solution Architecture at Conestoga College allows students to complete this program in 1 Year.
Companies that embrace modern information technology must deal with very large amounts of data.
Big Data often shows patterns and trends on which to make good business decisions.
To support Business Analysts, students in this program focus on the collection, processing, and presentation of these large data sets.
The main concepts covered under the program are:
- Relational Database Design
- NoSQL Database Implementation
- Programming for Big Data
- Data Analysis Mathematics, Algorithms and Modeling
- Software Quality
Developing skills in solution development, database design, data processing, data warehousing, and data visualization help build a solid foundation in this important support role.
Through applied learning techniques such as problem-based learning, students will be able to apply their learning to real-world problems.
The optional co-op stream includes one co-op work term.
The student to teacher ratio is 35:1 which helps increase in interaction between professors and students.
On average, 82% of students from the last three years found employment within six months of graduation.
After completing this course, students have career opportunities as
- Database Administrator
- Data Scientists
- Big Data Architects
- Database managers
- Big Data Engineer, etc
NOTE : Students who do not successfully complete their deferred work term will be removed from the co-op stream.

Important Dates

Apply on or before this date in order to receive equal consideration for admission to programs starting the following fall. After this date, colleges consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until programs are full.

Event	Start Date	End Date
Tuition Fee Deposit Deadline	-	Jun 1, 2023
Application Open For Spring 2024 Intake	May 2, 2023	-

Fees & Funding

Tution & Application Fees

Year	Year 1
Tuition Fees	CA$14935
Other Fees	CA$2515
Total Fees	CA$17450

Living Costs

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing	CA$4500
Food	CA$2700
Transportation	CA$720

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

88 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

58 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

Required Document List

Followings are the required document:

Official Transcripts: Students must be required to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
Letter of Recommendation: Students need to submit two letters of recommendation.
ELP Scores: Students need to submit proof of English proficiency from the school or testing authority.
Statement of purpose: Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
Financial Documentation: Students must have proof that they have enough money to support themselves during their stay in Canada
Resume: Resume outlining work/volunteer/internship experiences.