Computing

University of Saskatchewan

Canada, Saskatoon

University Rank:#378

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Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 9,945 / credit

Apply DateSeptember 1, 2022

Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

Computing

About

The Certificate in Computing provides fundamental skills in theory, design, development and application of software and systems that will support you and your work in a variety of scenarios.

What you will learn

This program provides a foundation for programming and software development. Although not intended to prepare students for careers in software development, you will learn many practical day-to-day programming and software development skills that will benefit you in your own problem-solving and technical abilities. You will better understand the technology used in most workplaces and have tools which will allow you to be more creative and productive in almost any area of employment.

Disciplines

Arts and Science

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Required high school classes

Senior Mathematics

Students can be admitted into this college with a mathematics deficiency but are encouraged to consult the college upon admission to plan how to clear the deficiency.

The high school classes required for admission are not always the same as the classes you will need to complete the degree program you choose.

For example, high school chemistry is required to take first-year chemistry classes.

Required grade average

Minimum admission average

60%

Applications are considered up until the deadline. Admission is offered on an ongoing basis until all seats are filled.

Learn how we calculate your admission average.

If you do not think you will meet the minimum admission average, you may be considered for the University of Saskatchewan Transition Entrance Program (USTEP) or for special (mature) admission.

Academic Requirements

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English Requirements

PTEMin 6.5
IELTSMin 86

English Program Requirements

If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission.

Here are the minimum scores for some of the common English language tests:

IELTS (Academic)

International English Language Testing System

Overall Band Score: 6.5

With minimum individual scores of:

Reading: 6
Listening: 6
Speaking: 6
Writing: 6

TOEFL (institutional TOEFL not accepted)

Test of English as a Foreign Language

Internet Based: 86

With minimum individual scores of:

Reading: 19
Listening: 19
Speaking: 19
Writing: 19

See detailed requirements and scores.

Career

Careers

Qualified computer scientists are in high demand and many professions need people who also have computing skills, especially those who work in technical fields or are involved in science and research. This includes engineers, scientists, business professionals and future educators who would be interested in teaching computer science at the K-to-12 levels. Successful completion of the Certificate in Computing will be an attractive complementary credential and give you an advantage in the job market.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

9,945 / credit

Computing

University of Saskatchewan

Canada, Saskatoon

Go to Official Website