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Diploma of Computer Information Systems

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Surrey, Canada
2, 1 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Degree in business-oriented computing, Systems and databases.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Computer Information Systems can develop the ability to analyse computing problems
Apply programming and data practices
Test technical solutions and explain the ethical use of digital systems. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Programmer
Web administrator
Helpdesk specialist
Systems analyst
Database administrator
Network engineer

Curriculum

120 credits: 60 general education
45 computer information systems major core
15 open electives. A semester-long team project is among the outcomes. Faculty advise on internships and cooperative education
A 2026-27 sequence map is published.

Entry requirements

Academic

Meet KPU's English proficiency requirement and have graduated high school (secondary school) or completed 9 or more undergraduate-level credits at a recognised institution; Mature-student admission exists for some programs; Limited-intake and some programs add their own requirements.

Accepted academic background

High school graduation (secondary school), Or 9 or more undergraduate-level credits at a recognised institution; Mature-student admission for certain programmes; Programme prerequisites vary (calendar)

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 88
PTE Academic 61
Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate
English proficiency evidence
Statement of purpose where requested
Financial support evidence

How to apply

Review the admission requirements for Diploma of Computer Information Systems. Prepare academic transcripts
Graduation evidence
Language results
required supporting documents. Complete the application to Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$24,260 CAD
Application fee	$120 CAD
Deposit	$5,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Surrey
Faculty or school	Melville School of Business
Department	Computer Science and Information Technology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60,30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	KPU offers entrance awards and scholarships that may be available to international students. Eligibility and award values vary by competition.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
Closed
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2, 1 years.