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2-year Computer Programming diploma to Bachelor of Computer Science Degree

Where Are You Now?

Niagara College

Discipline: Computer and information sciences

Credential: College Diploma (2 year)

Program Title: Computer Programming

Where Do You Want to Go?

Seneca College

Degree Qualifications: BCS - Bachelor of Computer Science

Discipline: Computer and information sciences

Credential: Degree (3 year)

Program Title: Computer Science

Transfer credits / courses

45%

Semesters Remaining 4

Granted 15.00
Total 33.00

Course Equivalencies Granted

Graduates of this 2-year diploma will receive 15 transfer credits toward this three year degree program.

Requirements

Graduates of a 2-year Computer Programming diploma program who have an overall GPA of 70% (3.0) or higher are eligible to enter in semester 3 of the Bachelor of Computer Science degree program in the fall term. 

Applicants must have completed their diploma program within the last five years to be eligible for this pathway.

How to apply:

Domestic students will be required to submit an application via Ontario Colleges Application Service (OCAS) and select “degree completion” as their entry semester.  Official transcripts showing diploma completion and a final program GPA must be submitted.

International students will apply via Seneca’s International Student Web Application, and follow up with their Admissions Advisor regarding their pathway eligibility.  The student will need their Seneca application confirmation number when they reach out to their advisor.  Official transcripts showing diploma completion and a final program GPA must be submitted.

For current Seneca students and recent graduates from within the last year who wish to transfer to this degree, please see the following link for application details: https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/134/forms/wiki/view/4205/diploma-to-seneca-degree-pathways-transfer-form

Minimum Course Grade Required (if applicable)

N/A

Minimum Grade for Admission≥ 70%

Pathway Requires Previous Program Graduation Yes

Bridging

N/A

Program Residency Requirement

Students must complete 18 courses plus 1 work integrated learning term. 

For more information on academic and credit transfer policies, including residency requirements, visit the institutional profile.

Language of Instruction

English

Cancellation Policy

All Seneca pathways will have a review date of three years from the date of implementation.  Pathways may have a shorter review date if substantive curriculum changes are made to either the sending or receiving program.  Students enrolled in the receiving institution at the time of any change or notice of termination will be given the opportunity to complete their studies based on the terms of the pathway in effect at the time of their enrollment.

Documentation

No additional pathway documentation available.

Contact / Apply

Contact: Academic Pathways
Phone: 416 764 0399
Email: academic.pathways@senecapolytechnic.ca


Last Updated: November 12, 2024