Computer Science (BCS, BACS, BSc)

Acadia University

Canada, Kentville

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Acadia University

Canada , Kentville

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesAugust-2022 16-Aug-2022

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Duration 48 month(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 25,039 / Year

Apply Date 16-Aug-2022

Next Intake August-2022

Computer Science (BCS, BACS, BSc)

About

The innovations and discoveries made by computer scientists are transforming the way we learn, work, and live. As a computer scientist, you will be able to use your skills to impact and improve your field of interest, from the medical field to self-driving cars to automated farming.

You're not a user. You're a builder.

Acadia’s Jodrey School of Computer Science will help you move beyond being just a user of computers. You will learn how to design and implement computer systems that solve real-world problems.

We offer you an excellent experience during your university career. Our programs are accredited by the Canadian Information Technology Professionals Society (CIPS). This ensures that you will receive the best education possible. Small class sizes will provide you with a friendly learning environment. You will work closely with your professors.

You can choose from among the following programs:

Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours
Bachelor of Applied Computer Science
Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science

The Bachelor of Computer Science degree is a 4-year program meant to meet and exceed CIPS and Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) standards for undergraduate programs. Our program provides a mix of the following:

computational theory
systems and architecture knowledge
problem-solving
systems analysis
application development skills and experience

The degree requires that you complete all core courses with grades of C- or better and a PGPA of at least 2.0.

For the Bachelor of Applied Computer Science, we offer defined options in the following:

software development
game development
data analytics
mobile and ubiquitous computing
second major option
interdisciplinary study option

The BACS and BSc also offer options to take a second major or an interdisciplinary minor.

Our programs are designed for students who do not have any programming experience. If you do have programming experience, please let us know. We may be able to fast-track your first-year courses.

As you learn, you will also develop skills in interpersonal relations, communication, teamwork, project management, and entrepreneurship. Our second major and interdisciplinary study options allow you to combine computer science with other areas of science, arts and professional studies at Acadia.

Acadia’s award-winning co-op program allows you to work at leading software companies during your educational journey, helping you to earn money while you study. The co-op program boasts high placement rates at companies from across Canada.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Tawjihiyah with minimum 85%; in addition, a minimum grade of 85% in math is needed for degree programs that require math

English Program Requirements

Since English is the language of instruction at Acadia University, you must be able to communicate competently in English both orally and in writing. If your first language is not English, you may be required to present your TOEFL, IELTS, CAEL or PTE Academic scores. Acadia's English requirements are as follows:

TOEFL - 90 IBT with no subtest score below 20
IELTS - 6.5 with no subtest score below 6.0
CAEL/CAEL Online - 70 with no subtest score below 60
PTE Academic - 61 with no subtest score below 60
Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam (CAE) - Pass A, B, or C - 180 or above with no subtest score below 173
PELMO - 65 with no section below 30
Cambridge B2 First Exam (FCE): Pass A - 180 with no subtest score below 173
Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 115, with no sub score below 90
LanguageCert Academic: 70-74 overall, with no skill under 65

If you have studied in an English medium of instruction for three years, the language proficiency requirement may be waived.

If you do not meet our English requirements but are academically admissible, you may receive an offer of admission allowing you to begin your degree program upon successful completion of our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program. For more information visit the English Language Centre.