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The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Health Information Science is about how health information science bridges the worlds of health care, management and technology. You'll develop and manage the latest health information technologies and learn how to build healthcare systems that are usable, secure and efficient. As you complete your degree, you will also gain work experience in a mandatory co-op placement. 

Computer Science and Health Information Science: Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc)

University of Victoria

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1. High school graduation or equivalent
2. All of the following Grade 12 courses:
   * English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (73%) or [equivalent](https://www.uvic.ca/undergraduate/admissions/language-requirements/)
   * Pre-calculus 12 (77%) or equivalent
   * One [approved ](https://www.uvic.ca/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply/approved-high-school-courses/bc-yukon/)science 12
   * One [approved ](https://www.uvic.ca/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply/approved-high-school-courses/bc-yukon/)academic 12
3. All of the following Grade 11 courses:
   * Approved English 11 or equivalent
   * Pre-calculus 11 or equivalent
   * Approved Science 11 or equivalent
   * Approved Social studies 11/12 or equivalent

Estimated admission average: 81%

Academic Admission Requirement

1. All applicants to UVic (regardless of country of origin or citizenship status) are required to demonstrate competence in the English language prior to admission. You can choose one of several ways to demonstrate language proficiency. You are not required to provide proof of language proficiency if you have studied full time for at least four years within Canada at the high school and/or post-secondary level, and all of your instruction has been in English.
2. Admission averages are calculated using all required Grade 12 courses for entry to a program. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.

Admission Advice

Online applications to UVIC should be submitted by the following application deadlines:			
    - January for September program entry			
    - September for January program entry			
    - March for May program entry	

For specific dates, visit the institution's program page.	
	
The deadline to submit proof of language proficiency is typically one month after the application deadline. After you apply to UVic, your language-proficiency deadline will be indicated in your online application checklist.			

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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Computer Science and Health Information Science: Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc)

University of Victoria

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