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Diploma of Network Engineer
- Surrey, Canada
- 1.67 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
An 86-week diploma in networking, virtualization, security and cloud administration with a 240-hour practicum.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (Up to the length of the programme (8 months to under 2 years); 3 years if the programme is 2 years or more (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 5 for college/non-university, CLB/NCLC 7 for university programmes; field of study must be on the eligible CIP list if the study permit was applied for on or after 2024-11-01; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
Career outcomes
- IT security administrator
- Cloud/network administrator
- Network security analyst
- Network operation manager
- Communication engineer (VoIP)
Curriculum
- 1
- 720 hours over 86 weeks: operating systems I and II
- Networking I and II
- Virtualization technologies
- Security fundamentals
- Cloud essentials and administration
- IT service management
- Business communication
- A network engineer project
- Career preparation and a 240-hour practicum.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status (19+)
- Some diplomas need more (bachelor degree for Health Services Administration
- Digital Technology Solutions and Integrated Business Management
- Science and maths prerequisites for Pharmacy Technician). English proficiency: IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 46
- PTE Academic 43
- Duolingo 95
- CAEL 40 or CELPIP L6 S6 R5 W5
- Or English-medium schooling.
Accepted academic background
Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status (19+), Health Services Administration requires a bachelor degree, Pharmacy Technician needs Math 12/Pre-Calculus 11 (C+), Biology 11 and Chemistry 11 (C), Hospitality Management asks for an overall C average
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 46
- PTE Academic 43
- Duolingo 95
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- English proficiency evidence
- Passport copy
How to apply
- Check the programme entry requirements and English options. Complete the online application on the official university website (Apply Now) and pay the application fee. Submit transcripts
- proof of English proficiency and a passport copy. An admissions advisor interviews you; you then receive the formal offer letter. Pay the tuition by the bank methods listed to receive the Letter of Acceptance. Use the Letter of Acceptance to apply for a Canadian study permit with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $12,244 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $375 CAD |
| Deposit | $35,692 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | _ |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Information Technology |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | Up to the length of the programme (8 months to under 2 years); 3 years if the programme is 2 years or more (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 5 for college/non-university, CLB/NCLC 7 for university programmes; field of study must be on the eligible CIP list if the study permit was applied for on or after 2024-11-01; apply within 180 days of completion) |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.67 years.
Tuition is $12,244 CAD per year. The application fee is $375 CAD. The deposit is $35,692 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 46, PTE Academic 43, Duolingo 95. An interview is required.