Computer science is becoming a key academic discipline leading the information industry as the transition from an industrial society to an information society accelerates. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering enables students to become creative, responsible, challenging, and adaptable engineers who can make leading contributions to human social welfare, and who have both specialized theoretical and practical experience in the field of IT.
Computer science is the study of the most basic structures and applications of computers used throughout our society, giving you the fundamental knowledge needed in any field where computers are used.

Employment after graduation

1. BCIT

Program Name	Computer Information Systems Administration
When to enroll	Admitted every September
Campus	Burnaby Campus
Features	We have partnerships with companies like Cisco, HP, and IBM, and many of our students get hired every year. In addition, many students are employed by ISPs, governments, municipalities, hospitals, health authorities, management companies, airports, transportation services, insurance companies, etc. BCIT’s Computer Science program has an 81% job placement rate.

2. Centennial College

Program Name	Computer Systems Technician – Networking
When to enroll	Admitted every September and January
Campus	Progress Campus
Features	This major covers all aspects of computer science, from PC hardware to web design, Windows Server Operating systems, network devices, and network security. A program recognized by The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists.