Diploma in Computer Science
Vancouver Island UniversityNanaimo, Canada- Listed tuition (confirm fee basis)
- CA$24,473
- Duration
- 2 years
- Taught in
- Confirm with counsellor
- IELTS from
- 6.5
In short
Diploma in Computer Science is a diploma program in Computer Science and IT at Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo, Canada, lasting 2 years. Listed tuition is CA$24,473; the fee basis has not been provided. The English requirement starts at IELTS 6.5.
Fees are indicative and set by the university; the offer letter and invoice are final.
Entry requirements
- Academic requirement
- Applicants need a minimum of 55% in their 12th standard. Mathematics is a compulsory subject for all programs (minimum 50% required), except for Arts-related courses.
- IELTS
- An overall score of 6.5, with no module less than 6
- TOEFL iBT
- An overall score of 88, with no module less than 20
- PTE Academic
- An overall score of 60, with no module less than 60
If you studied in a different school system, the university assesses your qualification as an equivalent — a counsellor can check it before you apply.
Cost of studying
- Listed tuition · confirm fee basis
- CA$24,473
- Living costs in Canada per year
- CAD 12,000-18,000
Add health insurance, visa fees and a housing deposit to your first-year budget.
Documents you will usually need
- Secondary school certificate and transcripts
- Passport (valid for the whole course)
- English test result, or proof of a waiver
- Proof of funds for the visa stage
How to apply with iAdmission
1.Check eligibility
Tell us where you studied and your grades; we confirm the requirement for your qualification.
2.Prepare documents
Upload transcripts, passport and English test; we check them before submission.
3.Submit and track
We submit a complete application and follow up with the university.
4.Offer and visa
After the offer we help with the deposit, visa documents and arrival.
Questions students ask
What are the entry requirements for Diploma in Computer Science?
Applicants need a minimum of 55% in their 12th standard. Mathematics is a compulsory subject for all programs (minimum 50% required), except for Arts-related courses. English: IELTS 6.5 or an accepted equivalent.
How much does Diploma in Computer Science cost in total?
Tuition is listed at CA$24,473 (fee basis not provided) for 2 years. Living costs in Canada are about CAD 12,000-18,000 a year. Deposits, insurance and visa fees are extra; the offer letter is final.
Can iAdmission help me apply?
Yes, free of charge. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare documents and submits a complete application. Admission decisions are always made by the university.
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Guides for Canada
Vancouver Island University official website: viu.ca