The Bachelor’s in Computer Science at
Nipissing University
is a
4
years
long
program for international students,
taught in English.
📖Introduction
Nipissing University, situated in North Bay, Ontario, is a primarily undergraduate institution known for its small class sizes, personalized education, and close-knit community. The university offers a diverse range of programs in fields such as arts, sciences, education, business, and social work. Nipissing University focuses on providing a supportive and interactive learning environment, encouraging student engagement, critical thinking, and research. With a strong emphasis on student success and holistic development, Nipissing University prepares graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong learning.
Bachelor’s in
Computer Science at
Nipissing University
The Computer Science program provides a strong foundation in computer science theory and in its practical applications including neural networks, artificial intelligence, robotics, graphics, computer security, software engineering, and game design. You may choose to pursue a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science, or a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Computer Science, based on your preference and the courses you choose. This will allow you to tailor your degree to be more applied or theoretical by selecting courses that align with your interests, and you will be supported by faculty who are genuinely interested in providing you with the skills to make your dreams a reality. You also have the option of simultaneously attaining a Certificate in Game Design and Development.
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Students will need to achieve a minimum 70% average in the 60 credits presented for the Honours Specialization in Computer Science.
Students must complete 120 credits including 60 credits in the Honours Specialization as follows: All of the following: COSC 1557 Introduction to Computer Science COSC 1567 Programming in C++ COSC 1757 Digital Systems COSC 2006 Data Structures I COSC 2106 Machine Structures I COSC 2667 Operating Systems I COSC 2767 Object Oriented Programming COSC 3306 Programming Paradigms COSC 3606 Databases and Data Management COSC 3657 Distributed Systems COSC 4406 Software Engineering COSC 4000 level
Computer Science Options (Honours Specialization list) All of the following: MATH 1036 Calculus I MATH 1037 Calculus II MATH 1046 Introductory Linear Algebra MATH 1056 Discrete Mathematics I MATH 2046 Advanced Linear Algebra
Breadth Requirements and Electives: ACAD 1601 Humanities Social Science and/or Professional Studies Electives
Group Requirements: Computer Science Options for the Honours Specialization (3 credits each) COSC 1666 Engineering Graphics COSC 2007 Data Structures II COSC 2116 Artificial Neural Networks COSC 2406 Introduction to Game Design and Development COSC 3007 Artificial Intelligence COSC 3017 Introduction to Robotics COSC 3206 Theory of Computation COSC 3207 Computer Graphics COSC 3307 3D Computer Graphics COSC 3406 Advanced Game Design and Development COSC 3807 Project Management COSC 3997 Senior Practicum COSC 4106 Human Computer Interaction COSC 4206 Topics in Computer Science COSC 4207 Seminars in Computer Science COSC 4896 Honours Research I COSC 4897 Honours Research II COSC 4997 Honours Practicum
Nipissing University, located in North Bay, Ontario, is a student-centered institution known for its small class sizes, supportive community, and personalized learning environment. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in diverse fields such as arts, sciences, education, business, and social work. Nipissing University focuses on fostering critical thinking, experiential learning, and research opportunities, enabling students to develop the necessary skills for a fulfilling career and make meaningful contributions to society.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let
us
know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before
arriving. You
can arrive a few days before and
book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average
A, 70%, or a
high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here
,
"You
are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of
getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application
documents
during
your application. Some documents you can
send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info
about
preparing
application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information
is
available
here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application
fee and
upload
the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your
application within
2-3
days and proceed to the university or ask
you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive
your unique
application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates.
As soon as
there is any update we will let you know.
If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change
address at any
time
please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions
letter
electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable
deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the
admissions
letter and visa form to your home country.
