Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Waterloo, Canada

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering

Canada

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What will I learn?

Want to design a brain stimulator to combat symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Develop software to protect companies from cyber attacks. Create the next groundbreaking gaming platform. As an expert in computer hardware software interactions you will be ready for a career working in cutting edge technologies. Between labs and lectures, you'll gain experience with all aspects of computers, from chips and wiring to software, networks, and communications. You'll learn the basics of computing engineering in one of the top programs in the world (ranked #43 in the Academic Rankings of World Universities 2024). And your co op terms will give you two years of paid work experience. You’ll graduate ready for a career as a software developer, hardware engineer, IT specialist, systems designer, and more, in a wide range of industries such as enterprise software, automotive, aerospace, automation and robotics, networks and databases, health care, and security.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$74,000.00 (44,87,840) per year
Residence fee-Traditional Double Room Fall 8758, Spring 5847, Winter 5847
Application deadline

15/01/2026

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Waterloo Main Campus

200 University Avenue West,

Waterloo,

Ontario,

N2L 3G1, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants must have completed a Ontario high school diploma or equivalent. Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses includingAdvanced Functions (minimum final grade of 70% is required). Calculus and Vectors (minimum final grade of 70% is required). Chemistry (minimum final grade of 70% is required). Physics (minimum final grade of 70% is required). English (ENG4U) (minimum final grade of 70% is required). Previous experience in programming is recommended. Admission averages: Individual selection from the low to mid-90s.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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