Certificate (Information Technology)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$16,822/Yr
CA$16,822 /Yr
- Dalhousie University offers a Certificate degree in Information Technology for a duration of 1 year.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The Certificate in Information Technology is a discipline-based program available to students majoring in Physics.
- This program is designed to provide students with an understanding of information technology.
- This may include knowledge obtained through symbolic calculion packages (i.e., MATLAB or MAPLE) and/or statistical packages (i.e., R- or S-plus), programming languages, proficiency in web design databases, and, thorough understanding of hardware and operating systems.
- Students have to complete a 120 credit hour Major or Honours degree program in the Physics program.
- Students in a major/honours program in Physics are required to take one of the three IT certificate courses as per the program requirements.
- Students have to complete any two courses from the following program:
- Introduction to Numerical Programming
- Computational Methods in Physics
- Topics in Numerical Computing
- Students can apply for various Scholarship and bursaries according to their academic eligibility at Dalhousie University.
- The certificate program gives BSc students the chance to concentrate on an area in addition to their major.
- The average salary goes up to 36,000 USD after completion of the program.
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Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For Summer Intake | |
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$16822 (CAD 16822) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing and Food | CA$9821 (CAD 9821) |
| Health Insurance | CA$500 (CAD 500) |
| Other Fees | CA$1012 (CAD 1012) |
| Total Cost | CA$11333 (CAD 11333) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete secondary school (Grade 12).
- Students hold a minimum overall average of 70% in five academic Grade 12 courses.
- A final grade of at least 70% in Grade 12 academic English and any other required subject.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
- Or, another Senior Secondary School Certificate awarded after standard XII
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores
- Confirmation of Employment Form: Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee.
- Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents. Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Network Administrator
- Information Technology Manager
- Computer Support Specialist
- Data Security Administrator
- Computer Technician
- Database Administrator
- Information Systems Manager
- System Administrator
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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