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Computer Systems Technology Diploma

Vancouver Community College

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Intake
  • Fall
  • Spring

Courses in this program are offered using online and/or hybrid delivery method in Fall 2020 and Winter/Spring 2021 due to COVID-19. Confirm directly with VCC about the learning method.

  • Program Start Date
    September, May
  • Campuses
    Vancouver Downtown

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    City of Vancouver
  • Length
    18 months
  • Tuition Estimate
    $17,000 Total
  • Book & Supplies Cost Estimates
    $700 - $1000 Total
  • Credential Granted
    Diploma
  • Learning Method Options
    • Face-to-Face
    • Temporarily online/hybrid Fall 2020
    • Temporarily online/hybrid Winter/Spring 2021

Learning Method Option:

  • Face-to-Face: Program is fully delivered in class with face-to-face interaction
  • Online: Program is fully delivered online
  • Blended (Face-to-Face + Online): Program is delivered using a combination of face-to-face and online learning
  • Off-site: All or part of program is delivered in a physical location away from regular classroom/campus

Looking for ways to fund your education? Check out VCC's financial aid and awards page.

Application Deadline Advice

Applications should be submitted as early as possible. Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Application Fee: $35

1) Program Admission Requirements

Academic

1. Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.

2. English proficiency requirement:
  • English 12 with a C grade (60%) or higher
  • equivalent English language proficiency
3. One of:
  • Pre-Calculus 12 (60%)
  • Principles of Math 12 (60%) 
  • Pre-Calculus 11 (67%)
  • Foundations of Mathematics grade 12 (67%)
  • Foundations of Mathematics grade 11 (67%)
  • Principles of Mathematics 11 (67%)
  • Applications of Mathematics 11 (67%)
  • Applications of Mathematics 12 (67%)

Admission Advice
1. It is recommended that you have:
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently with confidence
  • Customer service-oriented outlook and ability to work well with a wide variety of people
  • Ability to give and receive feedback
  • Motivation, curiosity, and research-orientation
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Enthusiastic, positive attitude
  • Initiative, self-starter work habits
  • Flexibility, adaptability

 

2) Institution Admission Requirements

Applicants also have to satisfy VCC's institution admission requirements as listed below.

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English Language Requirements

Summary

All applicants are required to demonstrate the appropriate level of English language proficiency to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom.

Check individual programs at VCC for English proficiency requirements. 

Verify with the institution directly

 

General Admission Requirements (All Students)

English Language Requirement - Applicants must have proficiency in English at a level suitable for their desired program.

BC Secondary School (or equivalent)

You must meet the admission requirements of your intended program before your name is added to a waitlist or registered in a program.

Special Note: The admission requirements for all VCC programs are detailed separately in Education Planner.

 

Out-of-Province

You must meet the admission requirements of your intended program before your name is added to a waitlist or registered in a program.

Special Note: The admission requirements for all VCC programs are detailed separately in Education Planner.

BC Transfer Student

Students transfering between post-secondary institutions in B.C. may refer to the BC Transfer Guide to find program transfer credits or BC Articulation Handbook for entrance requirement equivalencies.

If you have prior post-secondary education that you want to transfer to VCC, you must make a formal request through the Registrar's Office by completing an Approval for Transfer Credit form and attaching all required documents. For more information call 604.871.7000.

Out-of-Province Transfer Student

If you have prior post-secondary education that you want to transfer to VCC, you must make a formal request through the Registrar's Office by completing an Approval for Transfer Credit form and attaching all required documents. For more information call 604.871.7000. 

Mature Student

You must be at least 18 years old (unless you have graduated from Secondary School) to meet the general admission requirement for VCC. In addition, specific program admission requirements must also be met.

Special Note: The admission requirements for all VCC programs are detailed separately in Education Planner.

 

International Student

VCC International provides helpful information for International Students. It includes information on admission requirements, application procedures and much more.

Other Student (including Special Consideration)

Not Applicable

How to Apply

For information about applying to VCC, please check here.

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