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Diploma of Computer Systems Technology

About the program

Two-year diploma combining software development and hardware skills, In person in Grande Prairie.

Demonstrate concepts and methods in Computer Systems Technology to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Two-year
Digital hardware. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Two-year
60-credit diploma. Core courses include Introduction to Computing
Introduction to PC Hardware and Systems Configuration and Data Communications and Networking. Year-two electives cover computer graphics and image processing
Digital hardware
Data communications and networking. Work-integrated learning is included.

Grade 12 Minimum 70% in Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 Minimum 70% in one of the following sciences: Physics 30
Chemistry 30 or Computer Science 30 Minimum overall average of 65%. English language proficiency is also required (see English score).

Grade 12 (or equivalent, or 15 post-secondary credits) with programme-specific subjects and averages; competitive programmes ranked by average

Check the entry requirements on the programme page and the intake (most programmes admit first-qualified
first-admitted from 1 September; competitive programmes open 1 October). Apply online through the Applicant Hub ( and pay the 150 CAD application fee. Upload high school transcripts
the completion certificate and English proficiency proof. Receive the offer letter and pay the non-refundable 5
000 CAD tuition deposit within 30 days. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter
then apply to IRCC for a study permit with proof of funds.

Campus	Saskatoon Campus
Faculty or school	School of Computing and Digital Innovation
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	International students can apply for merit awards (https://saskpolytech.ca/programs-and-courses/international/international-scholarships.aspx).