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Diploma of Computer Systems Technology

Northwestern Polytechnic

Grande Prairie, Canada
1, 2 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

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

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

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.

Career outcomes

Software development
Game programming
Database applications
PC support
Financial systems development

Curriculum

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.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school diploma with at least 50% in Mathematics 30-1 and English 30-1
Or equivalents
No overall minimum published
Course minimums as listed on programme pages.

Accepted academic background

Alberta high school diploma or equivalent, Business Administration: English 30-1/30-2 (50%) and Math 20-1/20-2 (60%) or 30-1/30-2 (50%), Computer Systems Technology: 50% in Mathematics 30-1 and English 30-1, Early Learning & Child Care: English 30-1/30-2, 3-credit post-secondary English course or HS 1130, Other diplomas per programme page.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 84
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 60

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Previous Qualification Certificate
Passport Copy
Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).

How to apply

Check the programme page and requirements. Apply 4-6 months before the start. Apply online and pay the 150 CAD non-refundable application fee. Send the documents NWP requests within 3 business days. Receive an offer by email in 3-5 business days. Pay the tuition deposit by the stated deadline (about 3 weeks). Receive the Letter of Admission and PAL
Then apply for a Canadian study permit. Arrange basic health coverage (AHCIP or private).

Other costs

Tuition per year	$18,900 CAD
Application fee	$150 CAD
Deposit	$42,348 CAD

Program details

Campus	Grande Prairie
Faculty or school	School of Applied Science & Technology
Department	Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30,60
Study pace	Standard,Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1, 2 years.