Computer Programming

Academic Requirements

The admission requirements for the Computer Programming Diploma program at Niagara College Canada are as follows:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):

• English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
• Mathematics – any Grade 11 (U) or (M) or Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent

Recommended Courses and/or Skills:

These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.

• Computer and Information Science – Grade 11 (M) or Grade 12 (M)
• Information Technology Applications in Business – Grade 11 (O)
• Information Technology in Business – Grade 12 (C)

Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.

For international students, it is essential to ensure that official, translated high school and/or post-secondary transcripts, proof of graduation, and proof of English proficiency will be required. Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Students are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding the application process.

Language Requirements

If English is not your first language, you can meet Niagara College’s admission requirements by submitting one of the accepted language proficiency test scores listed below.

The following language proficiency tests are accepted for the Computer Programming Diploma program:

• Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE) - Minimum score: 169 – No skill under 162.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) including Indicator Test - Minimum score: 6.0 – No individual band under 5.5.
• Internet-based (IBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) including Special Home Edition Test - Minimum score: iBT: 80, Minimum 20 in Writing and Speaking OR Minimum 4.0 overall, with a minimum of 4.0 in each section.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Minimum score: 58+, with no individual skill below 53.
• Duolingo English Language Test - Minimum score: 105+, with no individual subscore below 95.
• Oxford ELLT and Pre-Sessional English - Minimum score: 6.0 – No individual band under 5.0.
• Canadian Academic English Language Test (CAEL) including CAEL Online Proficiency Test - Minimum score: 60 – No individual band under 50.
• Niagara College’s English for Academic Preparation program (EAP) OR English as a Second Language (ESL) Online program - Completion of English for Academic Preparation (EAP) Level 5 with 70% and no individual grade under 50% OR English as a Second Language (ESL) Online exit test.

Note: Language proficiency test results are valid for a period of two years from the test date.

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.