College Diploma – Computer Programming (T850)

The Computer Programming two-year Ontario College Diploma program at St. Clair College equips students with core software engineering principles to design, test, build, and maintain native, web, and mobile software applications:

• Software Development & Database Engineering: Covers object-oriented programming (OOP), web development, mobile application frameworks, database management systems (SQL), and enterprise software design.

• System Automation & Diagnostics: Teaches requirement gathering, troubleshooting, secure coding practices, and workflow optimization to automate business processes for public and private organizations.

• Industry Standards & Best Practices: Focuses on code documentation, quality assurance testing, version control, and collaborative development methodologies aligned with National Occupational Classification (NOC 2174) standards.

• Laddering & Post-Graduate Pathways: Graduates can bridge into advanced credentials, such as the Mobile Applications Development advanced diploma or specialized IT post-graduate certificates.

• High Earning Potential: Strong career earnings in Ontario with average annual salaries near $85,770 CAD (typical range: $54K–$128K CAD).

Academic Background: Grade 12 / High School Diploma (Prerequisites require Grade 12 English and Grade 11 or 12 Math).

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 83.0

• PTE: 60.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional & Direct Admission Options:

• Direct Admission (Pending Scores): Applicants awaiting official language test results can apply directly and receive a conditional offer, provided qualifying passing scores are submitted prior to receiving a final offer letter.

• English Pathway Courses: Applicants may satisfy language requirements by completing English language courses prior to starting the academic program, with length determined by initial language proficiency levels.

Entrance scholarships for international students at St. Clair College are automatically evaluated upon enrollment (excluding ESL and EAP programs):

Scholarship Amounts by Program Structure:

1-Year Certificate: $500 CAD

2-Year Diploma: $1,000 CAD

3-Year Advanced Diploma: $1,500 CAD

4-Year Degree: $2,000 CAD

Application & Assessment: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically assessed upon admission.

Disbursement Criteria: Funds are deposited directly into the student’s college account after September 18, 2026, upon confirmation of a valid study permit and full-time enrollment in the Fall 2026 intake.