University of the Fraser Valley

Computing Science

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Program Information

School:University of the Fraser Valley
Faculty:Computer Information Systems
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op
Field of Study:Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer Programming, Other
Computer Science
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
Description:UFV’s Bachelor of Science with a minor and major in Computing Science provides you with a strong foundation in advanced algorithms, mathematics, database management, data analysis, programming, and software design, while deepening your knowledge of pertinent topics such as privacy, security, hacking, ethics, big data processing, and machine learning.

In your first and second year as a Computing Science major, you build an essential foundation in the tools, techniques, and concepts of Computing Science, with courses covering topics such as programming, hardware and basic data structures, as well as foundational math classes, such as calculus and discrete mathematics.

URL:Computing Science at University of the Fraser Valley
Course Based:Yes
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $18,084

Cost shown is an estimate of first year tuition (September to April).
Scholarships:2
Careers:Data EngineerSoftware EngineerComputer and Information Systems ManagersSee More...

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Precalculus  or  Grade12 Principles of Mathematics 
  •  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Geography  or  Grade12 Physics 
  •  Grade12 English 
Applicants are required to have: B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent, or completion of nine university-level credits with a minimum GPA of 2.00 in all university courses attempted; one of the following: Pre-calculus 12 or Principles of Mathematics 12 with a minimum grade of B, MATH 094/095 with a minimum average grade of B, MATH 096 with a minimum grade of B, MDPT score of 70% or higher, MATH 110 with a minimum grade of C+, or MATH 111 with a minimum grade of C. Applicants must also have one course from one of the following disciplines, with a minimum grade of C+: Biology 12, BIO 093, or BIO 111; Chemistry 12, CHEM 093 (previously offered), CHEM 110, or CHEM 113, Geography 12, GEOG 101, GEOG 102, or GEOG 103, Geology 12 or GEOG 116, and Physics 12, PHYS 093, PHYS 100, PHYS 101, PHYS 105, or PHYS 111.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or CanTEST [min. 4.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 88]
Additional Admission Requirements:
    Students may formally declare a Computing Science major or minor if they meet all of the following requirements: a minimum of 30 credits; a minimum 2.0 CGPA on all credits attempted; and completion of the following Computing Science requirements: COMP 125, COMP 150 with a minimum grade of C+, Math 111 with a minimum grade of C, and Math 125.

    * 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 June 16, 2022

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