University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa

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Program Information

School:University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa
Faculty:Faculty of Engineering
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op
Field of Study:Computer Software Engineering
Description:Software engineering is a CO-OP only program that emphasizes innovation and teamwork to develop practical, solution-driven thinking. During their fourth-year project, students in this program can form teams and leverage their work experience to create real applications; some students even start their own companies. They learn how to apply engineering principles—including rapid prototyping, requirements analysis, system modelling, design, implementation, testing and project management—to develop software. Software engineers are key professionals in fields such as high tech, finance, telecommunications, government, health care, transportation and entertainment.

The French Immersion Stream is newly available to students who want to continue their French immersion studies during their university career.
URL:Software Engineering at University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa
Course Based:Yes
Length:5 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $52,707
Scholarships:2
Careers:Software EngineerCloud Engineers

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*87 to 89
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English  or  Grade12 Français 
  •  Grade12 Physics  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Computer and Information Science  
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
A minimum of 70% is required for each prerequisite course.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. C1] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or CanTEST [min. 4.5]

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 23, 2021