$11,199 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Graduate Certificate Computer Software and Database Development
- The Graduate Certificate in Computer Software and Database Development at Loyalist College is a 2-year program.
- As a graduate of Loyalist’s full-time Computer Software & Database Development post-graduate program, students will become fluent in contemporary software development languages and methodologies while building deep content knowledge and database expertise.
- Computer software and database professionals with the specialized skills to develop and implement solutions for the configuration and integration of applications are in high demand and find careers in a range of sectors.
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Careers may include the following:
- Software developer
- Mobile application developer
- Software tester
- Database developer
- Computer programmer
- Front-end and/or back-end web developer
- Software designer
- Technical analyst
- Data analyst
- System analyst
- Database developers and administrators are employed across several industries, but close to a quarter work in professional, scientific, and technical services, particularly for companies providing computer systems design and related services. Other key employers include various levels of government and financial institutions.
- Employment in this occupation has experienced significant growth over the last decade.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $10749 | $10340 |
| Health Insurance | $450 | $450 |
| Total Fees | $11199 | $10790 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 54 | 90 | 3 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 120 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Should have a Bachelors's Degree in relevant while applying for admission.
- A Minimum of 65% in an undergraduate degree is required to enroll in the course.
- OR, A diploma or degree in any discipline from a recognized college or university or equivalent.
- OR, Department requires a B+ average or equivalent for admission to this program.
English Language proficiency:
- Applicants from India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Pakistan should note that IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program.
- Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.
- Not all students will qualify for EAP-3106 in place of the required IELTS or TOEFL test scores.
Submission of GRE scores is not compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 300+ score for a better chance of admission.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide.