Program Overview

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University Programs

The university offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines.

Bachelor Programs

• Bachelor of Hospitality Management

Health Care

• Activity Assistant Certificate
• Acute Care for HCAs
• Certificate in Community Mental Health
• Dementia Care
• Dental Assistant Program
• Dental Receptionist
• Gerontology certificate
• Health Care Assistant Program
• Health Care Assistant – Access
• Health Care Assistant – ESL
• Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
• Medical Office Assistant
• Medication Management
• Palliative Care
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program
• Diploma in Health Services Administration
• Registered Massage Therapist
• Medical Device Reprocessing technician

Child, Family and Community Support

• Addictions Support Worker Diploma
• Community Support Worker Diploma
• Education Assistant Diploma
• Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA)
• Live in Caregiver

Aesthetics

• Certificate in Makeup Artistry Fundamentals

Aviation

• Airline Cabin Crew Certificate Program
• Private Pilot License
• Flight Instructor Rating Program
• Night Rating
• Commercial Pilot License

Accounting

• Bookkeeping & Accounting
• Canadian Payroll Administration
• Canadian Taxation
• Diploma in Accounting
• Accounting Management Diploma
• QuickBooks for Accounting
• Accounting and Payroll Compliance Professional Certificate

Business

• Certificate in Business Essentials
• Diploma in Business Management
• Diploma in Business Management with Co-Op
• Diploma in Integrated Business Management
• Certificate in International Business

Office Administration

• Certificate in Office Administration
• Keyboarding Skills

Hospitality

• Diploma in Hospitality Management
• Food Service Assistant Certificate

Information Technology

• Basics of Computers
• Cloud Computing Technology
• Network Administrator
• Network Engineer
• Network Support Technician
• Diploma in Computer Science Fundamentals
• Diploma in Information Systems
• Diploma in Digital Technology Solutions

Legal Studies

• Diploma in Paralegal Studies

Warehousing

• Warehouse and Logistics Fundamentals

English Language Programs

• Academic Prep Program
• CLB Test Preparation
• ESL (English as a Second Language)
• IELTS Preparation Program

Diploma in Information Systems

The Diploma in Information Systems at Western Community College prepares students for successful careers in the computer industry. The program offers knowledge in data management, software engineering, web development, computer graphics, object-oriented programming, and 3D/VFX technologies fundamentals, equipping graduates to compete in today's IT business world.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue various roles in the IT sector, including:

• Software Developer: Design and develop software applications.
• Web Developer: Create and maintain websites and web applications.
• Data Analyst: Interpret and analyze data to inform business decisions.

Admission Requirements

• 19 years old and Grade 12/GED or equivalent
• Language Proficiency Requirements:
  • Evidence that 3 years of full-time secondary education have been successfully completed in the program's language of instruction in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages.
  • Completion of Grade 10 English with a minimum grade of C.
  • 2 years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in the program's language of instruction.
  • Standardized Language Test: Achievement of minimum scores on a recognized standardized language test.

Language Assessment Tests

The following language assessment tests are accepted:

• IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 5.5
• TOEFL IBT: Minimum overall score of 46
• CAEL: Minimum overall score of 40
• CELPIP: Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
• Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum overall score of 95
• PTE Academic: Minimum overall score of 43
• Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE) with a minimum overall score of 160 or 'C'
• Cambridge Linguaskill: Minimum overall B2 level
• LANGUAGECERT Academic: Minimum overall B2 level
• The Michigan English Test (MET): Minimum overall B2 level
• iTEP Academic: Minimum overall score of 3.5
• EIKEN: Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1

Accepted Countries for Prior Education

The following countries are recognized for education completed in English:

• American Samoa
• Anguilla
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Australia
• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Bermuda
• Botswana
• British Virgin Islands
• Canada
• Cayman Islands
• Dominica
• Falkland Islands
• Fiji
• Gambia
• Ghana
• Gibraltar
• Grenada
• Guyana
• Ireland
• Jamaica
• Kenya
• Lesotho
• Liberia
• Malta
• Mauritius
• Montserrat
• New Zealand
• Nigeria
• Seychelles
• Sierra Leone
• Singapore
• South Africa
• St. Helena
• St. Kitts & Nevis
• St. Lucia
• St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• Tanzania
• Trinidad & Tobago
• Turks & Caicos Islands
• Uganda
• United Kingdom
• US Virgin Islands
• USA
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

Course Outline

The Diploma in Information Systems program consists of the following courses:

• Computer Fundamentals and Techniques: 40 hours
• Data Structures and Algorithms: 60 hours
• Database Management Systems: 60 hours
• Software Engineering: 60 hours
• System Analysis and Design: 60 hours
• Operating Systems: 60 hours
• Electronic Commerce and Online Techniques: 40 hours
• Computer Networks and Security Threats: 60 hours
• C and Object Oriented Programming with C++: 100 hours
• Java Programming and Web Development: 120 hours
• Computer Graphics and Media Development: 100 hours
• 3D and VFX Technologies Fundamentals: 60 hours
• Project Management: 40 hours
• Final Term Project Work and Presentation: 180 hours
• Total program hours: 1040

Program Duration

The program duration is 52 weeks for full-time students.

Fee Structure

The tuition fee for domestic students is $9,550, and for international students, it is $13,190.

Domestic Students

• Application Fee: $250
• Tuition Fee: $8,320
• Course Materials: $200
• Books: $780

International Students

• Application Fee: $250
• Tuition Fee: $11,960
• Course Materials: $200
• Books: $780

Finance Options

Western Community College offers various financial aid opportunities, including:

• BC Student Loan
• In-house Financing
• Student Line of Credit
• Scholarships