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Associate of Science Degree (Computing and Information Science) (CIP 11.0101)
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The Associate of Science Degree (Computing and Information Sciences) guides students to a degree with a high concentration of both theoretical and applied computing and information science courses. It provides the basis of knowledge in Computing and Information Science that can lead to employment in this important and growing field. This degree is an important step toward work in cloud computing, software development, computer programming, database, artificial intelligence, and many other IT positions. It will also prepare graduates for further study in the Computing and Information Sciences and provide a foundation for lifelong career success in this field.
For students intending to pursue further studies, the Associate of Science Degree (Computing and Information Sciences) comprises the majority of the credits needed for the first two years (60 credits) of a four-year degree program in Computer Science (120 credits).
The information on this program page is a summary of the official Program Information and Completion Guide approved by NLC’s Education Council. (Download a PDF of the current Program Completion Guide).
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Career Prospects
The Associate of Science with Computer and Information Sciences specialization provides opportunities for employment in the growing information technology field. Graduates have skills in data analysis, problem solving and critical thinking that fit them for a wide range of careers. Graduates also have a solid foundation of specific knowledge that can lead them to careers in software development, systems administration, network engineering, iOS and android Apps development, cyber-security, as well as more traditional careers in business and management.
However, the degree is primarily designed for transfer to the third year of a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree. Length
60 credits (1050 hours), minimum. Standard intakes follow the September to April schedule. Students who begin their studies in January or May, may require more than 2 years to complete the program depending on course offerings. Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Academic Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load. Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional. Domestic Fees | | Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) | Total | | Year 1 | $ 3,653.03 | $ 152.76 | $ 158.63 | $ 3,964.42 | | Year 2 (estimated) | $ 3,726.09 | $ 155.83 | $ 0.00 | $ 3,881.92 | International Fees | | Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) | International
Medical Insurance | Total | | Year 1 | $ 11,580.00 | $ 149.76 | $ 155.52 | $ 828.00 | $ 12,713.28 | | Year 2 (estimated) | $ 12,300.00 | $ 152.75 | $ 155.52 | $ 828.00 | $ 13,436.27 | Still have questions?
Contact: Admission Requirements
A. Domestic students and students from countries that practice Standard Written English (see Appendix A) must have official transcripts demonstrating that they have met the English Requirements: One of the following with a “C” grade or higher: English 12 or English Literature 12 or English First Peoples 12, ENGL 050 (opens in a new tab) or ENGL 099 (opens in a new tab) . Alternatively, any university-level English course with a “C” grade or higher. Students who do not meet one of the above English requirements must complete the NLC Writing Assessment for appropriate course placement. B. International students who do not meet requirement A above and domestic students who received their secondary education in French or another language must show that they have met the NLC English requirement: see Appendix A (General Academic English Language Proficiency Requirements). C. Math Requirement: One of the following with a ‘C’ grade (60%) or higher: - Pre-calculus 12, - Calculus 12, - MATH 050 (opens in a new tab) or successful completion of the Calculus Readiness Assessment D. Science Requirement*: A minimum of one course as
follows with a ‘C’ grade or higher:
- Life Sciences 11 or Biology 12 or BIOL 040 (opens in a new tab) or BIOL 050 (opens in a new tab) , or
equivalent;
- Chemistry 11 or Chemistry 12 or CHEM 040 (opens in a new tab) or CHEM 050 (opens in a new tab) ,
or equivalent;
- Environmental Science 11 or Environmental Science 12, or equivalent
- Earth Sciences 11 or Geology 12, or equivalent
- Physics 11 or Physics 12 or PHYS 040 (opens in a new tab) or PHYS 050 (opens in a new tab) , or
equivalent.
- Specialized Science 12
- Anatomy and Physiology 12 *Note that some Associate of Science Degree course options have specificprerequisites. Meeting the entrance requirements for the Associate of Science Degree does not ensure course prerequisites have been met for all available science courses Important Notes
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Requirement for program: Laptop computer with Intel Core i9 processor and 32 GB of RAM and a 2 TB hard drive, or equivalent or better. -
The program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit StudentAidBC (opens in a new tab) to apply for financial assistance online. Note that dual credit students are not eligible for Student Aid. - Course transfer agreements allow students to receive course-by-course transfer to other colleges, universities, and institutes in BC, as indicated in the BC Transfer Guide (opens in a new tab).
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Transfer with an Associate Degree (opens in a new tab) in BC provides preferential treatment to students continuing to complete a baccalaureate degree. Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement | 25% of all coursework must be completed at Northern Lights College.
A ‘C’ grade (60%) or higher must be obtained for courses to be considered for transfer credit | | Minimum Grade Requirements | 2.00 program Grade Point Average (GPA) | General Requirements
- 60 credits of first-and second-year courses (normally 20 courses). These must include a minimum of 18 credits (6 courses) in the Sciences at the second-year level, in two or more subject areas.
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