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The Computing Studies and Information Systems (CSIS) program offers courses in system and networking concepts, programming languages and business courses. You can also join the optional Co-operative Education Program, which alternates semesters of study with paid, full-time work in your field.

Computing Studies and Information Systems Diploma

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1. High school graduation or equivalent or

    - 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

2. English Studies 12 (C) or [equivalent](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/english-proficiency-requirement)


3. Math 11 (C) or equivalent




Academic Admission Requirement

1. Students currently in Grade 12 may submit interim transcripts for the above requirements.

2. Admissions are offered on a first-qualified, first-admitted basis.

3. Aside from program entry/admission requirements, there are also specific course registration requirements (called prerequisites) which are listed within Douglas College course description. Prerequisite = Course that must be successfully completed prior to registering in a given course. You may enter the program without having the prerequisite for individual courses but you must complete these course prerequisite(s) before registering in specific courses in the program. For example:

    - Math 11 (B) or equivalent is required before you can register for MATH 1160
    - Pre-Calculus 12 (C) or Foundations of Math 12 (C) or Principles of Math 12 (C) or equivalent is required before you can register for MATH 1130 or BUSN 2429

4. If you are missing any of the requirements for admission and/or for course registration, Douglas College offers academic upgrading courses to help you get started.


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.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information.

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Computing Studies and Information Systems Diploma

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