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Bachelor of Computer Science in PostDiploma
- Calgary, Canada
- English
- Hybrid
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Post-Diploma) is a computer science degree for graduates of approved college diplomas at the Calgary campus of the University of Lethbridge.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Computer Science in Post-Diploma. Apply subject knowledge to relevant academic or practical questions and communicate informed findings. Relevant syllabus content includes: optional minors and honours thesis.
Career outcomes
- Games programming
- Digital forensics
- Artificial intelligence developer
- Software development
- Systems analysis
- Database management
- Robotics
Curriculum
- Post-diploma route into the computer science major
- A diploma from an approved college is required. Sample courses: Practical Software Development
- Computer Architecture
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Programming Languages
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Communications and Networking
- Software Engineering. Optional minors and honours thesis.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school qualification comparable to Canadian applicants
- Meeting the country-specific minimum average on the university's international requirements table
- Applicants with post-secondary study use the post-secondary route
- English proficiency required before registration.
Accepted academic background
International secondary/high school graduates (High School Admission Route) with the country qualification on the university table, Applicants with 6 or more transferable post-secondary courses (Post-Secondary Route), Second-degree applicants with a recognised 3- or 4-year degree
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each band)
- TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each section
- PTE Academic or 86 with 20 each section if taken before 2026-01-21)
- Cambridge PTE Academic 61 (60 each part)
- Duolingo Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Secondary School Transcripts
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements for your country and the application deadlines. Apply online through ApplyAlberta and pay the 140 CAD application fee by credit card. Have official transcripts sent directly by the issuing school
- with certified translations if not in English or French. Show English language proficiency before registration. Ask the International Centre (the admissions office) about study permit steps.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $25,994, $25,526, $25,994, $25,526 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $140 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Calgary Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts & Science |
| Department | Mathematics and Computer Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | The University of Lethbridge offers competitive undergraduate admission scholarships, Some admission awards of CAD 1,000 require qualifying academic grades and admission timing. Award eligibility depends on the specific applicant, Academic performance and scholarship rules. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $25,994, $25,526, $25,994, $25,526 CAD per year. The application fee is $140 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each band), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (4.5 each section, PTE Academic or 86 with 20 each section if taken before 2026-01-21), Cambridge PTE Academic 61 (60 each part), Duolingo Cambridge 176.