Bachelor of Computer Science – Accelerated – General

The Accelerated Bachelor of Computer Science program at Algoma University is a fast-track post-degree option designed for individuals with previous post-secondary education looking to enter the technology sector. Depending on prior credentials, students can complete a 3-year General Bachelor of Computer Science or a General Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in as little as 12 months.

• Fast-Track Schedule: Begins in May and runs continuously through the spring and summer terms before merging into standard programming for the fall term, enabling graduation as early as April.

• Core Curriculum: Focused training in software engineering, programming (Java, C++, C, Scripting), assembly language, operating systems (Unix, Windows), database design (SQL, Oracle, Access), Android development, data structures, and practical networking.

• Degree Pathways: Upon completing the 12-month program, graduates earn a 3-year General Bachelor’s degree or can elect to continue into a fourth year to complete a 4-year Honours degree.

Academic Background:

• A recognized university degree (in a non-computer science discipline with no more than 18 prior CS credits) with a minimum overall average of ‘C’ (60.0%), OR

• A 2-year or 3-year college diploma in a computer science-related field with a minimum GPA of 3.00.

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 79.0

• PTE: 60.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission Options:

• Direct Admission (Pending Scores): Applicants awaiting official language test results may receive a conditional offer provided valid passing scores are submitted prior to receiving a final offer letter.

• English Pathway Courses: Applicants can fulfill language requirements by taking prerequisite English courses, with course length determined by initial proficiency testing.

Entrance scholarships for international students at Algoma University are automatically evaluated during admission for undergraduate and post-secondary certificate options:

Chancellor's Award ($5,000 CAD/year, up to $20,000 CAD total): Awarded to high school graduates enrolled full-time (15 credits/term). Requires an A+ average (90–100% OSSD equivalent) and higher language scores (IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL 85 / PTE 65 / Duolingo 125). Renewable for up to 3 additional years with an 80% annual average, 12 credits/term minimum, and no failed courses. (Recipients who transition to Canadian Permanent Residency remain eligible for renewal).

President's Award ($2,500 CAD, one-time): Granted to Ontario Secondary School (OSSD) graduates entering their first year full-time (12 credits/term) with an average of 80%–89.9% across top six Grade 12 U/M courses.

The Dean's Award ($1,000 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B+ academic standing (or equivalent).

Award of Excellence ($500 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B academic standing (or equivalent).