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Bachelor of Computing Science (BCS) Program Description

The Bachelor of Computing Science degree consists of two years of concentrated computing studies preceded by two years of general study. It is designed for those wishing to enter a in Computing Science, or for those wishing to pursue graduate studies. The program will mainly concentrate on small to medium business environments.

The BCS degree is designed for a wide range of candidates including (but not limited to):

  • Graduates of any (non-computing) undergraduate program in Science, Art, or Engineering wishing to obtain a second degree in Computing Science.
  • Graduates of two or three year diploma programs in Computing, MIS, and Information Science.
  • Students currently enrolled in a TRU Science program.
  • Past graduates of BCS or any undergraduate computing program wishing to upgrade their knowledge and skills.
  • High school Graduates.
  • All those wishing to enter a career involving computer-based systems with special emphasis on small and medium sized companies and organizations.

See the BCS Admission Requirements

The degree will:

  • Enable students in academic streams to obtain a computing science degree.
  • Allow students with a 2 or 3 year Computing Science Diploma to continue their education and obtain a Degree in Computing Science.
  • Permit students in the B.Sc. and B.A. degrees more course options, including obtaining a Minor in Computing Science.
  • Allow past students the ability to upgrade skills to maintain or enhance employability.
  • Allow employees required to upgrade their skills, but not necessarily interested in completing the degree, to take needed courses.

See the BCS Graduation Requirements

Questions? Contact the Program Coordinator