- The Certificate in Computing Science at Douglas College is offered as 1 year or 2-term teaching program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- Students have to successfully complete 30 credits.
- Students must complete 50% (15 credits) of all coursework at Douglas College.
- The Computer Science program includes courses in Python and C++ programming and using Raspberry Pi.
- The courses that student study in this program are:
- Academic Writing
- Calculus I and II
- Discrete Mathematics
- Intro to Computing Science and Programming
- C++ Programming
- Designing with Raspberry Pi
- Students also have to complete University transferable elective courses that are transferred to one of the 5 Research Universities - SFU, UBC, UBCO, UNBC, or UVIC.
- Douglas College offers nearly $100,000 in entrance scholarships to new international students each year who have proven to be successful in their previous academic studies.
- Students may have job opportunities as Software Developer, Database Administrator, Computer Hardware Engineer, Web Developer, etc.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 36,000 USD.
Douglas College, New Westminster, British & Columbia - Courses & Fees
New Westminster, British & Columbia
College Public CollegeCertificate (Computing Science)
1 year
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
CA$21,715/Yr
CA$21,715 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Summer Intake | Jan 31, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For Fall Intake | May 31, 2023 |
| Application Deadline For Winter Intake | Sep 30, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 |
| Tuition Fees | CA$19101 |
| Health Insurance | CA$1114 |
| Books and supply | CA$1500 |
| Total Fees | CA$21715 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Room and Board | CA$9000 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete High school graduation or a minimum of 17 years of age by the end of the first month of studies in the semester of entry to Douglas College.
- Students must have a GPA of 2.0 on a 4.33 scale.
- Students hold a minimum overall grade average of 60% (or equivalent) in the final year of high school.
- Students acquire a minimum final grade of “C” or 60% (or equivalent) in Grade 11 Mathematics or equivalent for most programs.
- Students also have BC Precalculus 12 with a minimum grade of B.
Language Requirements:
- The students must be able to understand and fluently speak the language of instruction (English) in the program. Proof of linguistic proficiency may be required.
- The students whose official language is not English must submit the English Language Proficiency scores like IELTS or TOEFL.
- If the student does not meet the language requirements they can take English Language Learning and Acquisition (ELLA) program and complete it and pursue this program.
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of the experience and skills of the student.
- Two Reference Letter: The two personal admissions reference letters from coaches, PE teachers, or community leaders verifying physical education, sport or work experience, and a character reference.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- College Transcripts - The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- Students have to submit English Language requirement scores like TOEFL, IELTS, etc.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Software Developer
- Database Administrator
- Computer Hardware Engineer
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Computer Network Architect
- Web Developer
- Information Security Analyst
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | CA$1000 | Yes | N/A |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Variable | Yes | Aug 30, 2023 |
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