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Certificate in Science and Technology Foundations Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus, Canada

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CAD 16362

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 95

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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83

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Innovations in science and technology have improved our daily lives by making the world easier to navigate and more accessible. The one-year Science and Technology Foundations Ontario College Certificate allows you to explore academic and career opportunities within the fields of applied science and technology, while developing fundamental skills in these areas and preparing you for a well-suited academic and professional pathway.

In this program, you develop core skills through lectures and practical laboratories, which are common to all areas of applied science and technology, such as critical thinking, problem solving, team work, communication, computer skills, and applied mathematics. You increase your own awareness of industry and career opportunities within the fields of applied science and technology. You have an option of selecting two courses relating to either electronics or chemistry to guide possible career choices. You also develop strong academic and career planning skills to support you through the next stages of your studies and into your career.

This science and technology foundations program provides you with an introduction to more advanced programs in these fields, including, but not limited to:

  • Biotechnology - Advanced
  • Water and Wastewater Technician
  • Environmental Technician
  • Electro-Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technician
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 83 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 45
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 110.0  Minimum Literacy - 110.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent)

6 IELTS Score
83 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

16362

Tuition Fee
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CAD 95

Application Fee
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11000 Per year

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