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The Computer and Information Systems Post-Baccalaureate Diploma prepares you to be a computer programmer, web technician, software engineer, information systems analyst, data administrator and more. In your first year, you’ll learn the basics of computing and programming, and will become familiar with current development tools. In your second year, you’ll hone your technical skills through one of three streams: data analytics, emerging technology, and cybersecurity. You'll have the option to participate in a Co-op term, or in the Career Boost programs. 

Computer and Information Systems Post-Baccalaureate Diploma

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1. Completion of a bachelor's degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or an equivalent credential from an approved institution of a different country.

2. One of: 
    - High school graduation or equivalent 
    - One course short of B.C. secondary school graduation
    - 19 years old by the end of the first month of the first semester of attendance
    - 17 years old on the first day of the first semester of attendance and has not been in school for at least one year
    - Completion of a certificate or equivalent from a special needs program and has been in school for 12 years

3. English 12 (C) or equivalent*

*Note: based on both the course grade and provincial literacy assessment




Academic Admission Requirement


1. If your degree was completed in a language other than English, you will need to meet the Douglas College English Proficiency Requirement [that is English 12 (C) or equivalent].
2. There are three streams available for this Program: Emerging Technology, Data Analytics, and Cyber Security. Applicants must apply to one of three streams. 


Admission Advice

Admissions to open-enrollment programs are offered on a first-qualified, first-admitted basis. Students are encouraged to apply early. 

- September intake- applications typically open in early October of the previous year until late August / early September. 
- January intake- applications typically open in early February of the previous year until late December / early January. 
- May intake- applications typically open in early June of the previous year until late April / early May. 

Verify with the institution for specific dates.

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Computer and Information Systems Post-Baccalaureate Diploma

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