Computing Science - Bachelor [4 Years]
$23,564 /Yr Honours On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Science [B.S] Computing Science

  • BSc in Computing Science at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
  • It is an on-campus, honors program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The honors Computing Science program is an excellent choice for highly motivated students looking for in-depth study.
  • The program is loosely structured so as to take advantage of the interdisciplinary nature of computing, and the department works closely with students to assist with developing their program.
  • The major components of the program are:
    • Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
    • Multimedia and Computer Games
    • Software and Database systems
    • Machine Learning and Bioinformatics
  • Computing Science program can also be taken as part of a BSc General or a BSc with Specialization program.
  • The programs highlight the interdisciplinary nature of computing and offer students the flexibility to combine their studies in computing science with their other interests.
  • The Bachelor of Science Specialization degree provides a focused education in one program.
  • A Specialization degree can provide the background to help you proceed to a higher degree, but its primary function is to provide a comprehensive education at the undergraduate level.
  • In this program, students get hands-on lab and field experience, and internship opportunities.
  • The University of Alberta is one of the top 5 universities in Canada and the top 100 in the world, with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, award-winning professors, a diverse and welcoming community.
  • The Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta delivers high-quality programs that investigate, explain, and explore the real science behind issues that affect daily lives. 
  • Job opportunities after BSc in Computing Science are Application Analyst/Developer, Artificial Intelligence Specialist, etc and the average salary goes up to 44,000 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $22568 $22568 $22568 $22568
Health Insurance $97 $97 $97 $97
Books and supply $900 $900 $900 $900
Total Fees $23564 $23564 $23564 $23564

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 90 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 61 90 3
Duolingo Duolingo 115 160 1

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete the English (Literature and Composition) and Mathematics language course.
  • Students have to complete one course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
    • Fine Arts
    • Humanities
    • Languages other than English
    • Math/Sciences
  • Students have to complete three-course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
    • Humanities
    • Languages other than English
    • Math/Sciences
  • Students have to complete any two-course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
    • Biology
    • Calculus
    • Chemistry
    • Physics
  • Students should hold an English Language Proficiency test score.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results.
  • Students in CBSE or CISCE schools, they present 75%+ on their final Class XII exams.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.