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The Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems is a two year degree completion program, meant to be taken after two years of post-secondary education in computing.
BCIT CST Diploma Graduates may apply directly to the program at bcit.ca/apply without a pre-entry or departmental assessment. CIT Diploma Graduates prior to 2022 are also eligible to apply directly.
Note: The BTech in Computer Systems program is under review. Changes to the curriculum, credential, and program name are planned for the September 2022 intake. For more information, please contact cstbtech@bcit.ca or 604-432-8644.
Entrance requirements
This program has a two-step admission process. Applicants must meet all entrance requirements to be accepted.
Step 1: Pre-entry assessment
Applicants must have a pre-assessment with the program area to identify pre-entry courses and have their work experience reviewed and assessed prior to applying. Please contact the Program Assistant at 604-432-8644 or cstbtech@bcit.ca to make arrangements.
You can apply once you have completed any necessary pre-entry courses. A completed pre-entry assessment document from the program area must be uploaded with your application.
Note: If you graduated from the BCIT Computer Information Systems (CIT) or Computer Systems Technology (CST) diploma in 2021 or earlier, you are exempt from the pre-entry assessment and work experience requirement.
Step 2: Meet the following entrance requirements
Applicants who have completed post-secondary studies outside of Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia or New Zealand will require a comprehensive evaluation of their credentials by the International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES). Credential evaluation reports from other Canadian services may be considered. These reports must include course-by-course evaluations and GPA calculations.
Applicants also have to satisfy BCIT's institution admission requirements as listed below.
Review the full English Language Requirements policy here.
There are two ways to meet the English requirement:
1. Complete both of the following:
OR
2. Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and listening:
English 12 and equivalencies
At BCIT, entrance requirements are program-specific. All programs require English 12, but the percentage required varies by program. Be sure to confirm your program’s specific English requirement before applying.
If you do not meet the requirements, BCIT offers several options to help you upgrade your skills. View more here.
You will need to meet the specific admission requirements of your intended program. Most programs require Grade 12 graduation with specific Grade 11 and 12 courses. Some programs also have non-academic requirements such as submitting a resume or participating in an interview.
For details on BC/Yukon High School credit equivalencies click here.
Review BCIT Entrance Requirements and Application priority .
You will need to meet the specific admission requirements of your intended program. Most programs require Grade 12 graduation with specific Grade 11 and 12 courses. Some programs also have non-academic requirements such as submitting a resume or participating in an interview.
Learn about Canadian high school course equivalencies here.
For more information about admission, please review BCIT Entrance requirements and Application priority
If you have not graduated from secondary school you may still be admitted to BCIT based on your relevant experience. To gain Mature student status, you must also meet BCIT's English-language requirements as well as any prerequisites for your desired program. Please contact BCIT Admissions to discuss your situation further.
Note: there are several Upgrading options through BCIT.
For other information, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section of BCIT's Admissions website.
The Technology Entry Program is for students who want to improve their skills in core areas such as communications, Math, Chemistry or Physics to meet the prerequisites of their intended BCIT Technology Program.
Learn about other BCIT Upgrading options here.
Training in a program like this one can lead to different careers. Related occupations are presented to show potential career options, not definite outcomes.
Follow the links to learn more about these careers on WorkBC's career profiles.