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 Computing Systems Certificate
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SchoolCapilano University
LocationNorth Vancouver, BC, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 9,753
DegreeCertificate
Honours
Co-op
Length8 Month(s)
Entry Grade (%)*
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

High School Requirements 

  • High school graduation 
  • A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (60%) calculated on English Studies 12 or English 12 or English First Peoples 12 and two academic Grade 12 courses 
  • Pre-calculus 11 (C) or 
  • Foundations of Mathematics 11 (C) or 
  • Math Placement Test (Pre-calculus MPT) 

Current high school students 

Grade 12 students can apply for conditional admission based on their final Grade 11 and/or interim Grade 12 marks by uploading their most recent grades (e.g., unofficial transcript or a report card) through EducationPlannerBC. Final admission depends on high school graduation and meeting the specific requirements of the program. 

Note: Applicants from B.C high schools must release their grades to CapU via the BC Ministry of Education at Student Transcripts Services (STS) as soon as possible. 
Cost

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Description

Get the programming, software, and web development skills needed to work in tech with the Computing Systems Certificate at Capilano University. 

Developing technical computing skills opens innumerable career opportunities and fosters critical thinking, creativity and independence in an increasingly tech-driven landscape. 

In this 25-credit software development certificate – offered exclusively at our Squamish Campus – you'll gain hands-on experience, building your skills by training in various computer systems courses.  

Training includes general coding and programming, software design, applications, and web programming and development. You'll develop logic-based strategies to solve various computing challenges, write algorithms for your solutions and implement them in various programming languages. 

You’ll also learn to communicate complicated technical information effectively verbally and in writing. 

Your instructors have years of experience in IT, programming and software development. Their advice and guidance will help you grow and gain confidence in your new skills. 

Capilano University's computing certificate provides the skills and knowledge you need to get your foot in the door for in-demand tech and IT roles. Get in touch with us today to find out more. 

Careers: 

  • App developer 
  • Programmer 
  • Software developer 
  • Web designer 
  • Web developer 
Next Steps

*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.

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