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Diploma of Computer Systems Technician in Software Support

Mohawk College

  • Hamilton, Canada
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Diploma

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About the program

Two-year diploma in software development support, Web apps and database design with optional co-op.

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

  • Practise applied skills in Computer Systems Technician in Software Support
  • Using algorithms
  • Software development
  • Computational methods and systems design
  • While developing workplace communication and problem-solving abilities.

Career outcomes

  • Software Quality Assurance Tester
  • Junior Software Application Developer
  • Business Systems Support
  • Database Support
  • Technical Writer
  • Help Desk Support

Curriculum

  • Two academic years (four semesters) plus 8 months of optional co-op. Programming languages
  • Web and mobile application development
  • Systems analysis
  • Database design
  • Quality assurance testing and technical writing
  • With project work building a portfolio and an optional cloud computing course leading to AZ-900.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • OSSD or equivalent including: Grade 12 English
  • C or U or equivalent Grade 12 Mathematics
  • MAP4C ≥ 60%
  • Or MCT4C
  • Or any U or equivalent. Entry grade detail: OSSD or equivalent incl. Grade 12 English (C or U) and programme-specific maths/sciences
  • No minimum average published
  • Mature-applicant options.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school diploma equivalent to the OSSD with Grade 12 English, Programme-specific subjects.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 80
  • PTE Academic 50
  • Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme's entry requirements and intake deadline. Apply through the OCAS International Application Service (application fee 100 CAD). Upload your passport
  2. Academic transcripts
  3. English test scores and
  4. If under 18
  5. A custodian declaration. Accept the offer in the OCAS portal and pay the full tuition shown in the offer. Receive the Letter of Acceptance and Provincial Attestation Letter
  6. Then apply for a Canadian study permit with proof of funds. Clear any conditions 30 days before classes
  7. Upload your permit approval and complete pre-registration.

Other costs

Tuition per year$15,885 CAD
Application fee$100 CAD
Deposit$7,943 CAD

Program details

CampusFennell Campus
Faculty or schoolTechnology
DepartmentComputer Systems Technician in Software Support
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteInstitution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    15 Nov 2026

    1 day left
  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jun 2027

    213 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.