International Year One (UTP Stage II): Computing Science is equivalent to the first year of SFU’s Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) degree program. It provides the foundation for further study in many aspects of computing to help you choose your area of specialization for your undergraduate degree. Upon successful completion of International Year One (UTP Stage II), you’ll begin the second year of your degree at SFU.

Foundation of Computing Science (BSC) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education
International students can study the Computing Science (BSC) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education on the Vancouver campus in Perth, Australia. This Foundation degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 3 semester(s) and is offered at the Vancouver campus. Tuition fees are USD 842 / credit, and students can apply for the next intake starting on September 9, 2026.
About Foundation of Computing Science (BSC) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Foundation of Computing Science (BSC) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education
Entry Requirements
To transfer into the Faculty of Applied Science, Students must complete the requirements listed below, which include one ‘W’ and one ‘Q’ course; and achieve grade of C- or better in all courses.
-> What are ‘W’ and ‘Q’ courses?
There is a continuance GPA in computing science of 2.40. By the end of the second semester of study all student must maintain a GPA of 2.40 to remain in the computing science program. If you are not able to maintain this GPA advising will work with you to find an alternative program. (The continuance GPA was previously 2.0 all current students have until January 1st, 2017 to achieve a 2.4 GPA).
All (direct) students are required to take (and pass) ILS101/ILSA101 – Integrated Learning Skills and ALC101/ALAC101 – Academic Literacy Course in their first term of study unless exempted. For ALC exempted requirements, please visit the English requirements page.*
English Program Requirements
IELTS (Academic) : 6.0 overall with minimum 6.0 in Reading and Writing and 5.5 in Speaking and Listening
TOEFL : 78 overall Reading and Writing minimum 18
Duolingo English Test : 110
Pearson Test of English (PTE) : Overall score of 58, and a minimum score of 58 in the Communicative Skills, including: Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing
Career Opportunities after Completing Foundation of Computing Science (BSC) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University
- Bioinformatics
- Business analysis
- Cryptography
- Database administration
- Game development
- Information security
- Programmer
- Software engineering
- Web design
Fee Information
Australia, Perth