Information and Computer Systems Technologist, Diploma

Canada

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What will I learn?

The Information and Computer Systems program prepares you for work locally and globally in database design and management, network software design, administration, and operations and maintenance of networks and software.

Practical IT Solutions

This two-year, double-credentialed program starts with an Information and Computer Systems Technician certificate, which takes nine months to complete. With an additional nine months of study, you'll earn a full Information and Computer Systems Technology diploma.

The Information and Computer Systems (ICS) program emphasizes the analysis and development of practical IT solutions in a rapidly-changing technological environment.

For added hands-on experience, students can complete a four- or eight-month internship to complement their coursework.

Build Your Skills

As an ICS student, you'll learn to think critically, problem-solve both individually and as a team, and communicate effectively with all levels of IT users.

You will learn concrete skills, including how to:

program, deploy, secure, and maintain software applications to meet requirements
design, analyze, maintain, and interpret data
apply knowledge of basic project management skills to information technology activities
effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues, team members, employers, and technical and non-technical personnel

Your Career

As a graduate of the one-year Information and Computer Systems Technician certificate program, you'll be prepared to work locally in the exciting world of information technology. A variety of computer-related careers, including programming, web development, and customer service in all types of organizations are open to you.

If you continue your studies, you can acquire the Information and Computer Systems Technology diploma. Graduates of the diploma program work as technologists and technicians, and are prepared for work in web and mobile programming, database design and management, network software design, administration, and in network operations.

What to expect

This technical, rigorous program is composed of a one-year full-time certificate and a subsequent one-year diploma. Both credentials can be completed with an internship designation.

As a full-time student in the Information and Computer Systems program, you will spend 25-30 hours in class each week with approximately five hours of homework every day, including weekends. Before you begin this program you should be comfortable with basic computing skills, word processing, and file management.

Year 1

Your first year will provide you with knowledge of operating systems, web development, software engineering, and many different programming languages.

Year 2

As you continue your studies toward the Diploma in Information and Computer Systems, you’ll develop skills in system analysis and design, applied software development, and implementing security in a variety of situations.

Which department am I in?

School of Trades and Technology

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$15,258.00 (9,25,344) per year
Medical Insurance (basic medical coverage) - 300
Start date

September 2025

Venue

Interurban Campus

4461 Interurban Rd,

Victoria,

British Columbia,

V9E 2C1, Canada

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$15,258.00 (9,25,344) per year
Medical Insurance (basic medical coverage) - 300
Start date

January 2026

Venue

Interurban Campus

4461 Interurban Rd,

Victoria,

British Columbia,

V9E 2C1, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

High school graduation or be 19 years old on the first day of classes.

English proficiency (one of):
BC high school English 12 or English Studies 12 or equivalent with final grade of C+ or better
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 overall (no sub-score less than 6.0)
TOEFL iBT score of 78 overall (no sub-score less than 19)
PTE Academic score of 54 overall (no sub-score less than 50)
Cambridge Assessment of English: C1 Advanced score of 174 overall (no sub-score less than 169)
CAEL CE score of 60 overall (no sub-score less than 60)
GTEC CBT score of 1200 overall (minimum sub-scores: Reading 325; Writing 270; Speaking 260; Listening 335)

Deadlines:
Fall term (September) - June 30

Winter term (January) - October 31

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

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