Computer Systems Technology

Academic Requirements

The Computer Systems Technology (CST) Diploma program has specific Academic Requirements that prospective students must meet to be considered for enrollment. Here are the key requirements:

• Competitive Entry: This program follows a two-step competitive entry process. Preference is given to applicants with:
  • Academic grades above the minimum (secondary or post-secondary)
  • Computer Programming 11 or 12
  • Computer Science 11 or 12
• Step 1: Meet the following entrance requirements:
  • English Language Proficiency: English Studies 12 (67%) or equivalent.
  • Math: One of the following:
    • Pre-Calculus 12 (67%) or
    • Other acceptable BC and Yukon courses.
• Step 2: Department Assessment: Admission is competitive and will be offered to the most qualified applicants based on the average of the applicant’s secondary or post-secondary English and math scores.
• International Applicants: This program is available to international applicants. A valid BCIT study permit is required prior to starting the program. Students must complete the mandatory work component to qualify for graduation, and a co-op work permit is required for this component.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• Transfer Credit: Equivalent courses from BCIT and other institutions may be transferable based on recommendations from the instructor and program head. To be considered for course credit, students must:
  • Be accepted into the diploma program.
  • Have earned a minimum of 60% final grade in the equivalent course or courses.
  • Have completed the courses within an acceptable recency of five years.
  • Demonstrate coverage of course learning outcomes in the equivalent course or courses.

If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the Academic Requirements, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

To apply for the Computer Systems Technology Diploma program, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English. The following assessments are accepted for Category 2 Language Requirements:

• English Studies 12 or English First People 12 or Acceptable equivalent high school course - 67%
• BCIT English Competency Assessment:
  • COMM 0015 – English Competency Assessment and COMM 0033 – English Speaking and Listening Assessment - 70%
• COMM 1009 – Technical Writing: Definitions, Instructions and Process Descriptions - 67%
• COMM 1106 – Introduction to Business and Technical Communication (With Language Development Component) - 67%
• BCIT Professional English Language Development (PELD):
  • COMM 0030 – Speaking and Listening Skills for EAL Students 2 and COMM 0005 – Technical Communication Skills for EAL Students 4 - 70%
• COMM 0007 – Introductory Communication for Technology Entry and COMM 0016 – Communication with ELT - 67%
• BCIT Technical Academic English (TAE) 5 - 60%
• Articulated EAP courses - 70% or B
• 3.0 credits of post-secondary English, Humanities, or Social Sciences from an English-speaking institution - 67%
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test - 70 overall band score with no component below 60
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic only) - Overall score 6.5, No band less than 5.5
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Overall score 60, No skill score less than 60
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) - Overall score 86, No section score less than 20

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.