Program Details

Computing Science School: Thompson Rivers University Degree: Bachelor Field of Study: Computer Science Description: Computing Science is a relatively new discipline with ties to electrical engineering, mathematics, and business. Computers have profoundly affected many areas: engineering, physics, chemistry, biology,statistics, management and business are only a few examples. Because most introductory Computing Science courses focus on programming, many students equate Computing Science with computer programming. However, although programming is obviously an important part of Computing Science, in some ways it is little more than a tool in the Computer Scientist's intellectual toolbox and is a part of Computing Science in a similar manner as a knowledge of English grammar is a part of writing novels. Many Computer Scientists prefer to call the field Computing Science, because it focuses on the process of computing rather than on computer hardware. Website: Computing Science at Thompson Rivers University Length: 4 Year(s) Careers: 3 career(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Grade 12 Mathematics BC Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status is required. Also required are Principles of Math 12 with C+ or better OR equivalent (within the last 2 years), as well as English 12 with a B or better (within the last 5 years) OR Level 4 on the composition section of the LPI (within the last 2 years) OR completion of English 0600 OR equivalent. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.