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Diploma in Computer Programming (Co-op) Algonquin College - Pembroke Campus Algonquin College - Pembroke Campus, Canada

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CAD 19230

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 95

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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50%

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Program Overview

Learn workplace-ready programming languages and practical applications to use wherever your career takes you.

The two-year Computer Programming Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for a career in software development. The program also specializes in program development strategies (using object-oriented modelling), database design and database administration.

Use leading industry software products such as Oracle and CASE tools. Learn about programming languages such as Java, COBOL, SQL and PHP. Study object-oriented analysis and design, operating systems and coding in integrated environments, and learn how to debug, test, and maintain codes.

In your final semester, participate in a software development project working with external clients to gain real-world experience in the programming field.

Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op work term are subject to availability and academic eligibility. Please note admission to the co-op program does not guarantee a co-op placement.

Graduates may work in a variety of different fields, as almost all sectors of industry require programming and database skills. Fields may include:

  • private and public sectors
  • healthcare
  • education
  • commerce
  • science
  • finance
  • production
  • information services
  • service industry
  • human services

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

  • Enjoy and are adept at strategizing solutions to problems.
  • Are life-long learners ready to meet the challenges presented by rapidly changing technology.
  • Enjoy working independently and with others as a member of a team.
  • Are organized in their work and pay attention to detail.
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Jan 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 80.0  Minimum Listening - 20.0  Minimum Reading - 20.0  Minimum Writing - 20.0  Minimum Speaking - 20.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 53 - With no score less than - 45
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 110.0  Minimum Literacy - 110.0  Minimum Comprehension - 95.0  Minimum Conversation - 95.0  Minimum Production - 95.0  

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).
    • Mathematics, (Grade 12 MCT4C) or (Grade 11 MCR3U) or equivalent; or (Grade 12 MAP4C with a grade of 80% or higher) or (Grade 11 MCF3M with a grade of 70% or higher). 

6 IELTS Score
80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

19230

Tuition Fee
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CAD 95

Application Fee
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20600 Per year

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