Regulations effective September 1, 2015.
Offered by Athabasca University’s School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS), the Bachelor of Science Major in Computing and Information Systems (Post Diploma) program (BScCIS (PD)) is designed especially for students holding a computing-related diploma who wish to pursue a university degree to further their career and/or academic studies.
Graduates of the BScCIS (Post Diploma), will possess the requisite knowledge and skills in the analysis, design and implementation of computer-based information systems for various organizations. Students may be specialized in a particular area of Computing and Information Systems by taking recommended elective courses, which are listed on the SCIS homepage.
Students holding a Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS) accredited applied diploma or any approved three-year applied computing diploma, will be awarded up to 60 credits towards the 120-credit Bachelor of Science Major in Computing and Information Systems (Post Diploma) degree (BSc CIS [PD]).
Holders of non-CIPS accredited two-year computing related diplomas and holders of any two- or three-year non-computing related diplomas may be admitted to the program, but will be required to complete up to an additional 30 credits in computing courses as determined by the program director.
Students complete the program regulations in effect at the time of their enrolment.
Students are strongly encouraged to register in ENGL 255 and ADMN 233 early in their program. Please refer to English Writing Skills Requirement.
Delivery Modes
All courses in the program are delivered through online and distance learning in an individualized study more, in order for students to be able to complete the courses and degree while employed full time. However, you may still have the option to take courses from the BSc CIS (PD) in a classroom setting at an institution near you. Please contact the School of Computing and Information Systems for availability.
Program Plans
Our online program plans can assist you in selecting the courses needed to fulfill your program requirements.
Counselling Services offers an assessment website, "Mapping Your Future: Your Career and Athabasca University." Athabasca University has also developed program learning outcomes that describe the career options that may be available to you upon graduating.
Degree Requirements | ||
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Total credits in the program | 120 | |
Approved college diploma receives | 60 | |
Maximum credits required beyond the college diploma | 60 | |
Residency requirement. A minimum of 30 credits must be obtained through Athabasca University. | 30 | |
Graduation with Distinction or Great Distinction. At least 24 credits must be obtained through Athabasca University in order to be considered. | 24 | |
Maximum Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) credits | 30 | |
Science credits (minimum of 36 at the senior [300 or 400] level) |
39 | |
400 level COMP credits | 21 | |
Senior (300 or 400) level credits | 48 |
Required Core Courses (27 credits) | ||
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ADMN 233 | Writing in Organizations | (3) |
ENGL 255 | Introductory Composition | (3) |
MATH 209 | Finite Mathematics* *MATH 209 may be replaced with a 200-level 3-credit course in Science upon the approval of the program director. |
(3) |
MATH 309 | Discrete Mathematics | (3) |
ORGB 364 | Organizational Behaviour | (3) |
PHIL 252 | Critical Thinking | (3) |
PHIL 333 | Professional
Ethics or |
(3) |
PHIL 371 | Ethics, Science, Technology, and the Environment | |
SCIE 326 | Scientific Reasoning |
(3) |
COMP 495 | Computer and Information Systems Project | (3) |
Electives (27 credits)** | |
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Senior credits (300 or 400) level in COMP | (9) |
Senior credits (400) level in COMP | (18) |
** Visit the SCIS website for an updated list of elective courses at the time of study, and contact your program advisor for more information. |
Options (6 credits) | |
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Senior (300/400) level credits in any discipline | (6) |
Degree Requirements | |
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Total credits in the program | 120 |
Approved college diploma receives | 30 |
Maximum credits required beyond the college diploma | 90 |
Minimum credits through Athabasca University (Residency Requirement) | 30 |
Maximum Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition Credits | 30 |
Science credits (with a minimum of 57 at the senior [300/400] level) | 69 |
400 level COMP credits | 21 |
Senior (300/400) level credits | 69 |
Required Core Courses (48 credits) | ||
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ADMN 233 | Writing in Organizations | (3) |
ENGL 255 | Introductory Composition | (3) |
COMP 200 | Introduction to Computing and Information Systems | (3) |
COMP 268 | Introduction to Computer Programming (Java) | (3) |
COMP 272 | Data Structures and Algorithms | (3) |
COMP 314 | Operating Systems | (3) |
COMP 347 | Computer Networks | (3) |
COMP 361 | System Analysis and Design | (3) |
COMP 378 | Introduction to Database Management | (3) |
COMP 495 | Computer and Information Systems Project | (3) |
MATH 209 | Finite Mathematics (Note: MATH 209 may be replaced with a 200-level 3-credit course in Science upon the approval of the program director.) |
(3) |
MATH 309 | Discrete Mathematics | (3) |
ORGB 364 | Organizational Behavior | (3) |
PHIL 252 | Critical Thinking | (3) |
PHIL 333 | Professional Ethics or |
(3) |
PHIL 371 | Ethics, Science, Technology, and the Environment | |
SCIE 326 | Scientific Reasoning | (3) |
Electives (36 credits)** | |
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Senior (300/400) level credits in COMP | (18) |
Senior (400) level credits in COMP | (18) |
** Visit the SCIS website for an updated list of elective courses at the time of study, and contact your program advisor for more information. |
Options (6 credits) | |
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Senior (300/400) level credits in any discipline | (6) |
Specific Regulations
Program Notes
English Writing Skills Requirement
Students will be exempted* from the English Writing Skills Requirement (ENGL 255) if they have met one of the following criteria:
* Note: The exemption must be replaced with a 3-credit course in any discipline at the junior/senior (200 to 400) level.
Information effective Sept. 1, 2015 to Aug. 31, 2016.
Updated December 21 2015 by laurab
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