University Transfer – Computing Science and Software Systems
Overview
Start your computing science degree at VCC in a supportive learning environment with attentive instructors. Credits transfer to post-secondary institutions across British Columbia.
| Tuition | N/A |
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| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | The time limit on completion is sixteen months for assured admission to SFU. The time limit on completion is three years for competitive admission to SFU. The maximum allowable time for students to complete the program is three years. |
| Hours | |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Broadway |
| Start Dates | May, Sep |
| Tuition | N/A |
|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | The time limit on completion is sixteen months for assured admission to SFU. The time limit on completion is three years for competitive admission to SFU. The maximum allowable time for students to complete the program is three years. |
| Hours | |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Broadway |
| Start Dates | Sep |
| PGWP | Eligible |
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Admission Requirement
- Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent
- Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- English 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent or
- English Language Proficiency at a minimum English 12 ‘C+’ level
- Knowledge of mathematics demonstrated by one of the following:
- Precalculus 12 with a minimum ‘B’ grade, or equivalent or
- Math 0983 and MATH 0993 both with a minimum ‘B’ grade, or equivalent or
- Math 1020 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent or
- VCC Math Precalculus Assessment Test (MPT) with a minimum 72% grade
- Knowledge of science demonstrated by one of the following:
- Physics 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or PHYS 0983 and PHYS 0993 both with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent or
- Chemistry 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or CHEM 0983 and CHEM 0993 both with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent or
- Biology 12 with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or BIOL 0983 and BIOL 0993 both with a minimum ‘C+’ grade, or equivalent
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
- Motivated and disciplined.
- Possess analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Some word processing experience.
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Not currently available.
Courses
Course list is not available at the moment.
Course list is not available at the moment.
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 Costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,737 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $91 | |
| Materials | not including textbooks | |
| Campus resource | $167 | |
| Laundry | ||
| Uniform (Deposit) | ||
| Medical & Dental | $285 | Provided by Student Union |
| U-Pass | $376 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $7,879 |
Books & Supplies
- Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax
Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC
No-cost textbooks are available for this program.
* 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. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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| Tuition deposit | $12,650 |
$10,000 non-refundable
Tuition deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued. |
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| Application fee | $145 | |
| Tuition | $22,391 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $95 | |
| Materials | not including textbooks | |
| Campus resource | $167 | |
| Laundry | ||
| Uniform (Deposit) | ||
| Medical & Dental | $285 | Provided by Student Union |
| Temporary medical insurance | $149 | Medical Insurance for International Students |
| U-Pass | $376 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $23,853 |
- Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax
* Tuition and other fees are approximate and subject to increase up to 5% per year. Students will be required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. 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.
Application Process
- Option A: SFU Software Systems Transfer
- Software Systems Pathway (Assured - 16 months to complete VCC courses)
- Software Systems Pathway (Competitive admission - maximum 3 years to complete VCC courses)
- Option B: UBC BSc in Computer Science Transfer (Competitive admission)
- Option C: UBC BA in Computer Science Transfer (Competitive admission)
- Submit your official transcripts to the Registrar's Office when you apply
- Check Important Dates for deadlines and registration information
International students must contact International Education advisors to confirm their study eligibility and the Continuing Studies (CS) department to verify their program eligibility.
Application information is not available at the moment.
Contact us
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Program information
Program head name
Advising
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
For International students
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