- Program Length4 Years
- CredentialBachelor Degree
- Location OfferedNanaimo
The Computer Science (BA) Program
Computer Science is a rapidly-growing field, generating a great number of employment opportunities. Government agencies are predicting shortages of qualified computing people that will number in the tens of thousands in Canada alone.
The Bachelor of Arts with a minor in Computer Science is composed of courses drawn from the systems and business application domains. It is designed to train students in applied computer science and educate them in the social, ethical and legal implications of computing.
Graduates of the program may work in fields where a well grounded knowledge in computing is necessary or advantageous. Examples include opportunities is many aspects of business, mathematics and statistics, graphic arts, music production, the video gaming industry, teaching and education, et cetera. People with interests in any of these areas would benefit from the understanding of computer systems and software gained from earning a B.A. Minor in Computer Science.
VIU also offers a Bachelor of Science, Major and Minor in Computer Science.
Program Outline
Students must fulfill all the Institutional B.A. degree requirements, including Degree English Requirements and courses listed below:
|
Years 1 and 2 |
Credits |
|---|---|
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Minimum "C-" average in the following courses: |
|
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CSCI 160 - (Computer Science I) |
4 |
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CSCI 161 - (Computer Science II) |
4 |
|
CSCI 162 - (Topics in Computer Science) |
4 |
|
CSCI 260 - (Data Structures) |
3 |
|
CSCI 265 - (Software Engineering) |
3 |
|
MATH 121 - (Calculus I) |
3 |
|
MATH 123 - (Logic and Foundations) |
3 |
|
Total Credits |
24 |
|
Years 3 and 4 |
Credits |
|---|---|
|
CSCI 370 - (Database Systems) |
3 |
|
Five additional CSCI courses numbered 300 or above* |
15 |
|
Total Credits |
18 |
*Students should check upper-level course prerequisites to guide second year course selection. Certain course selections will require completion of a greater number of second-year courses than is required by the Minor.
Domestic Fees | International Fees
Domestic Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (30 credits x $153.73 per credit) |
4,611.90 |
|
Student Activity fee (4% of tuition) |
184.48 |
|
Student Services fee (30 credits x $6.79 per credit) |
203.70 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $20.73 per month) |
165.84 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($275 per year) |
275.00 |
|
Approximate cost for books and supplies for one year |
1,500.00 |
|
Total |
6,940.92 |
The Health and Dental Plan fee is in effect only for full-time students at the Nanaimo Campus.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice.
International Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (2 semesters x $8340 per semester) |
16,680.00 |
|
Ancillary Fee (2 semesters x $381.6 per semester) |
763.20 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $20.73 per month) |
165.84 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($275 per year) |
275.00 |
|
Approximate cost for books and supplies for one year |
1,500.00 |
|
Total |
19,384.04 |
The above table is based on 15 credits or less per semester. Additional fees of $695.00 per credit will be applied if taking more than 15 credits per semester.
The Health and Dental Plan fee is in effect only for full-time students at the Nanaimo Campus.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Updated| Program Start Date | Accepting Applications | Campus | |||||||
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| Jan 7, 2021 |
Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 14, 2020
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Nanaimo
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Jan 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Amelia Maher-Ahmed Comments
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| Jan 7, 2021 |
Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 14, 2020
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Powell River
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Jan 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Erin Johnson Comments
Please consult the Vancouver Island University Calendar or contact Student Services/Advising at 604-485-2878 or email pr.studentaffairs@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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| Sep 7, 2021 |
Oct 1, 2020 to Mar 31, 2021
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Nanaimo
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Amelia Maher-Ahmed Comments
Please consult the Vancouver Island University Calendar or contact Student Services/Advising at 250-740-6410 or email advising@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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| Sep 7, 2021 |
Oct 1, 2020 to Mar 31, 2021
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Cowichan
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 7, 2021
Application Fee
41.72
Accepting Late Applications
Yes
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Zoe Doiron Comments
Please consult the Vancouver Island University Calendar or contact Student Services/Advising at 250-746-3509 or email advising.cowichan@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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| Sep 7, 2021 |
Oct 1, 2020 to Mar 31, 2021
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Powell River
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Erin Johnson Comments
Please consult the Vancouver Island University Calendar or contact Student Services/Advising at 604-485-2878 or email pr.studentaffairs@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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If you are interested in starting in January 2021 please apply on EducationPlannerBC for the Fall 2021 intake and contact amelia.maher-ahmed@viu.ca to switch your application to the Spring 2021 intake.