- Diploma
- 24 months
College Diploma - Computer Systems Technology
British Columbia Institute of Technology - Downtown (BCIT) · Vancouver, Canada
Tuition
CA$22,816
Application fee: CA$154
Submit by November 1, 2026 · 12 days left · starts January 1, 2027
Ask about this course- Length
- 24 months
- Starts
- January 1, 2027
- IELTS
- 6.5 overall
- Post-study work
- Available, as published
- Taught in
- English
- Application fee
- CA$154
- Cost of living (annual)
- CA$23,448
Overview
The Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma program combines computer systems theory with hands-on practical experience in software development. This diploma is a widely recognized credential that employers highly regard. You'll emerge with the well-rounded skills essential for a career analyzing, designing, and developing software solutions. In two years, you’ll learn software engineering and programming from industry professionals, and gain experience working on real projects, from concept to deployment. In your second year, specialty options and industry projects add depth to further hone your skills.
Entry requirements
As the university states them. Whether you meet them depends on your own results — ask us and a consultant will check with you.
- English
- PTE: 60 overall or above
- IELTS: 6.5 overall or above
- TOEFL: 86 overall or above
- Duolingo: 120 overall or above
- Prior study
- Secondary school
Fees and living costs
- Tuition
- CA$22,816
- Application fee
- CA$154
- Cost of living (annual)
- CA$23,448
Published as British Columbia Institute of Technology - Downtown (BCIT) publishes it, through ApplyBoard, and not checked by Go Study — ask us and a consultant will confirm any of it with the school.
Intakes
January 1, 2027
Starts January 1, 2027 · apply by November 1, 2026
Applications opened July 30, 2026
September 1, 2027
Starts September 1, 2027 · apply by September 1, 2027
Applications opened October 13, 2026
January 1, 2028
Starts January 1, 2028 · apply by January 1, 2028
not confirmed by the school
September 1, 2028
Starts September 1, 2028 · the school has not published an application deadline
not confirmed by the school
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