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Bachelor of Science, Major in Computer Science

MacEwan University

Canada,Alberta

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 24,480/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 110

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

Canada, Alberta

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1971

Total Students: 18,483 +

Int. Students: 1,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

10501 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 4S2, Canada

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science, Major in Computer Science

Program Overview

Whether you’re interested in programming, networking or harnessing the power of big data, computer science is about connecting people and technology to solve real-world problems. You’ll learn from faculty with diverse interests – from artificial intelligence and virtual reality to cyber security and machine learning – in small classes and labs.

During your studies you’ll have opportunities to apply your knowledge in projects that have you working with community partners, not-for-profit organizations and other university faculties in ways that build your professional network and leave you engaged, confident and job-ready.

Choose to pursue a general computer science major that is flexible and allows you to create a focus that reflects your interests, or focus on one of three streams: database and interactive visualization, system and information security, or video gaming.

Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) is a foundational general degree that provides broad and widely applicable knowledge and abilities rather than a niche specialization. This broad base equips graduates with generalist knowledge and skills that give the flexibility and agility so highly valued in a dynamic world economy. It also offers students a solid foundation to specialize in future employment or further schooling.

General Program Information

The BSc requires students to complete 120 credits of non-duplicative coursework. The BSc emphasizes breadth and depth and has been designed for exceptional flexibility and customization. Students can complete a major and a minor, a double major, or a major and two minors. Students can choose a secondary major in an Arts or Science discipline, but the primary major must be in a Science discipline.

All newly admitted students enter the BSc program as “Undeclared.” Undeclared means a student has not yet chosen their major(s) and minor(s). Students may declare at any time after being accepted to the BSc, and typically, they declare after completing a minimum of 45 credits. The declaration period for noncompetitive majors and minors is between September 1 and February 15 and between September 1 and January 15 for competitive majors and minors. The Arts and Science Academic Advising Office will send information about majors and minors via email and newsletters; please contact the Advising Office if you require further assistance with this decision.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

70 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 110

Tuition Fee

CAD 24,480 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in MacEwan University

CAD 10,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 86 - 21 - With no score less than
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 59.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent, with no course grade lower than 50 percent, in the following high school courses:

ELA 30-1
Mathematics 30-1
Two of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, or Computing Science-Advanced Career and Technology Studies (5 credits)
One subject from Group A, B, C or D

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Chancellor's Scholarship Series: International

The Chancellor's Scholarship Series is awarded in the following tiers for international students entering a degree program with an admission average or admission grade point average (AGPA) of:

Chancellor’s Scholarship :

MacEwan's Automated Entrance Scholarships for international degree students are assigned in the following tiers:

95-100% or AGPA higher than 3.99 - Chancellor's Scholarship - $10,000-$14,000
90-94.99% or AGPA of 3.90-3.99 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000
85-89.99% or AGPA of 3.70-3.89 - Provost's Scholarship - $6,000-$10,000
80-84.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.69 - Dean’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

Criteria :
To be considered for this scholarship, students must:

Be an international student (i.e. on a valid study permit) admitted to the Fall term;
Be registered in at least 12 university-level credits per term in each of the Fall and Winter terms of the upcoming academic year in a degree program at MacEwan University as of the first day following the add/drop deadline in September;
Have achieved an admission average on courses used for admission to a program within one of the scholarship ranges;
Continue to be enrolled in the minimum required credits after the add/drop deadline for both the Fall and Winter terms.

Limitations, Clarifications, and Notes :

This scholarship may be awarded a maximum of one (1) time in an individual's life time.
Students in university transfer or certificate programs are ineligible for this scholarship.
Should there be any dispute regarding this scholarship, final decisions rest with MacEwan International in support of the intent of the scholarship.
To receive the second disbursement of the scholarship in the Winter term, students must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the Fall term and maintain 12 university-level credits in each of the Fall and Winter terms.
If there are more qualified students than funds available, scholarships will be awarded beginning with the highest averages until funds are exhausted.
International students are automatically assessed for eligibility; there is no application process.
University Preparation courses and Math 099 are not university-level credits.

The number and value of scholarships will vary based on available funds and eligible students. The scholarship will be disbursed in two equal amounts across two terms (Fall and Winter).

The admission average/AGPA scholarship ranges and amounts for this scholarship are:
95-100% or AGPA higher than 3.99 - Chancellor’s Scholarship - $10,000-$14,000

Minimum value will be the initial offer value. Subject to availability of funds, some scholarship values may be increased based on admission average/AGPA. Students may also be awarded additional funds based on priority programs and priority countries.

President’s Scholarship

MacEwan's Automated Entrance Scholarships for international degree students are assigned in the following tiers:

95-100% or AGPA higher than 3.99 - Chancellor's Scholarship - $10,000-$14,000
90-94.99% or AGPA of 3.90-3.99 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000
85-89.99% or AGPA of 3.70-3.89 - Provost's Scholarship - $6,000-$10,000
80-84.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.69 - Dean’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

Criteria :
To be considered for this scholarship, students must:

Be an international student (i.e. on a valid study permit) admitted to the Fall term;
Be registered in at least 12 university-level credits per term in each of the Fall and Winter terms of the upcoming academic year in a degree program at MacEwan University as of the first day following the add/drop deadline in September;
Have achieved an admission average on courses used for admission to a program within one of the scholarship ranges;
Continue to be enrolled in the minimum required credits after the add/drop deadline for both the Fall and Winter terms.

Limitations, Clarifications, and Notes :

This scholarship may be awarded a maximum of one (1) time in an individual's life time.
Students in university transfer or certificate programs are ineligible for this scholarship.
Should there be any dispute regarding this scholarship, final decisions rest with MacEwan International in support of the intent of the scholarship.
To receive the second disbursement of the scholarship in the Winter term, students must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the Fall term and maintain 12 university-level credits in each of the Fall and Winter terms.
If there are more qualified students than funds available, scholarships will be awarded beginning with the highest averages until funds are exhausted.
International students are automatically assessed for eligibility; there is no application process.
University Preparation courses and Math 099 are not university-level credits.

The number and value of scholarships will vary based on available funds and eligible students. The scholarship will be disbursed in two equal amounts across two terms (Fall and Winter).

The admission average/AGPA scholarship ranges and amounts for this scholarship are:
90-94.99% or AGPA of 3.90-3.99 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000

Provost’s Scholarship

MacEwan's Automated Entrance Scholarships for international degree students are assigned in the following tiers:

95-100% or AGPA higher than 3.99 - Chancellor's Scholarship - $10,000-$14,000
90-94.99% or AGPA of 3.90-3.99 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000
85-89.99% or AGPA of 3.70-3.89 - Provost's Scholarship - $6,000-$10,000
80-84.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.69 - Dean’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

Criteria :
To be considered for this scholarship, students must:

Be an international student (i.e. on a valid study permit) admitted to the Fall term;
Be registered in at least 12 university-level credits per term in each of the Fall and Winter terms of the upcoming academic year in a degree program at MacEwan University as of the first day following the add/drop deadline in September;
Have achieved an admission average on courses used for admission to a program within one of the scholarship ranges;
Continue to be enrolled in the minimum required credits after the add/drop deadline for both the Fall and Winter terms.

Limitations, Clarifications, and Notes :

This scholarship may be awarded a maximum of one (1) time in an individual's life time.
Students in university transfer or certificate programs are ineligible for this scholarship.
Should there be any dispute regarding this scholarship, final decisions rest with MacEwan International in support of the intent of the scholarship.
To receive the second disbursement of the scholarship in the Winter term, students must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the Fall term and maintain 12 university-level credits in each of the Fall and Winter terms.
If there are more qualified students than funds available, scholarships will be awarded beginning with the highest averages until funds are exhausted.
International students are automatically assessed for eligibility; there is no application process.
University Preparation courses and Math 099 are not university-level credits.

The number and value of scholarships will vary based on available funds and eligible students. The scholarship will be disbursed in two equal amounts across two terms (Fall and Winter).

The admission average/AGPA scholarship ranges and amounts for this scholarship are:
85-89.99% or AGPA of 3.70-3.89 - Provost's Scholarship - $6,000-$10,000

Dean’s Scholarship

MacEwan's Automated Entrance Scholarships for international degree students are assigned in the following tiers:

95-100% or AGPA higher than 3.99 - Chancellor's Scholarship - $10,000-$14,000
90-94.99% or AGPA of 3.90-3.99 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000
85-89.99% or AGPA of 3.70-3.89 - Provost's Scholarship - $6,000-$10,000
80-84.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.69 - Dean’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

Criteria :
To be considered for this scholarship, students must:

Be an international student (i.e. on a valid study permit) admitted to the Fall term;
Be registered in at least 12 university-level credits per term in each of the Fall and Winter terms of the upcoming academic year in a degree program at MacEwan University as of the first day following the add/drop deadline in September;
Have achieved an admission average on courses used for admission to a program within one of the scholarship ranges;
Continue to be enrolled in the minimum required credits after the add/drop deadline for both the Fall and Winter terms.

Limitations, Clarifications, and Notes :

This scholarship may be awarded a maximum of one (1) time in an individual's life time.
Students in university transfer or certificate programs are ineligible for this scholarship.
Should there be any dispute regarding this scholarship, final decisions rest with MacEwan International in support of the intent of the scholarship.
To receive the second disbursement of the scholarship in the Winter term, students must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the Fall term and maintain 12 university-level credits in each of the Fall and Winter terms.
If there are more qualified students than funds available, scholarships will be awarded beginning with the highest averages until funds are exhausted.
International students are automatically assessed for eligibility; there is no application process.
University Preparation courses and Math 099 are not university-level credits.

The number and value of scholarships will vary based on available funds and eligible students. The scholarship will be disbursed in two equal amounts across two terms (Fall and Winter).

The admission average/AGPA scholarship ranges and amounts for this scholarship are:
80-84.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.69 - Dean’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

The series is awarded in the following tiers for international students entering a diploma program:

President’s Scholarship

MacEwan's Automated Entrance Scholarships for international diploma students are assigned in the following tiers:

90-100% or AGPA of 3.90-4.00 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000
80-89.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.89 - Provost’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

Criteria :
To be considered for this scholarship, students must:

Be an international student (i.e. on a valid study permit) admitted to the Fall term;
Be registered in at least 12 university-level credits per term in each of the Fall and Winter terms of the upcoming academic year in a degree program at MacEwan University as of the first day following the add/drop deadline in September;
Have achieved an admission average on courses used for admission to a program within one of the scholarship ranges;
Continue to be enrolled in the minimum required credits after the add/drop deadline for both the Fall and Winter terms.

Limitations, Clarifications, and Notes :

This scholarship may be awarded a maximum of one (1) time in an individual's life time.
Students in university transfer or certificate programs are ineligible for this scholarship.
Should there be any dispute regarding this scholarship, final decisions rest with MacEwan International in support of the intent of the scholarship.
To receive the second disbursement of the scholarship in the Winter term, students must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the Fall term and maintain 12 university-level credits in each of the Fall and Winter terms.
If there are more qualified students than funds available, scholarships will be awarded beginning with the highest averages until funds are exhausted.
International students are automatically assessed for eligibility; there is no application process.
University Preparation courses and Math 099 are not university-level credits.

The number and value of scholarships will vary based on available funds and eligible students. The scholarship will be disbursed in two equal amounts across two terms (Fall and Winter).

The admission average/AGPA scholarship ranges and amounts for this scholarship are:
90-100% or AGPA of 3.90-4.00 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000

Provost’s Scholarship

MacEwan's Automated Entrance Scholarships for international diploma students are assigned in the following tiers:

90-100% or AGPA of 3.90-4.00 - President’s Scholarship - $8,000-$12,000
80-89.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.89 - Provost’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

Criteria :
To be considered for this scholarship, students must:

Be an international student (i.e. on a valid study permit) admitted to the Fall term;
Be registered in at least 12 university-level credits per term in each of the Fall and Winter terms of the upcoming academic year in a degree program at MacEwan University as of the first day following the add/drop deadline in September;
Have achieved an admission average on courses used for admission to a program within one of the scholarship ranges;
Continue to be enrolled in the minimum required credits after the add/drop deadline for both the Fall and Winter terms.

Limitations, Clarifications, and Notes :

This scholarship may be awarded a maximum of one (1) time in an individual's life time.
Students in university transfer or certificate programs are ineligible for this scholarship.
Should there be any dispute regarding this scholarship, final decisions rest with MacEwan International in support of the intent of the scholarship.
To receive the second disbursement of the scholarship in the Winter term, students must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the Fall term and maintain 12 university-level credits in each of the Fall and Winter terms.
If there are more qualified students than funds available, scholarships will be awarded beginning with the highest averages until funds are exhausted.
International students are automatically assessed for eligibility; there is no application process.
University Preparation courses and Math 099 are not university-level credits.

The number and value of scholarships will vary based on available funds and eligible students. The scholarship will be disbursed in two equal amounts across two terms (Fall and Winter).

The admission average/AGPA scholarship ranges and amounts for this scholarship are:
80-89.99% or AGPA of 3.50-3.89 - Provost’s Scholarship - $4,000-$8,000

Student Visa For Canada

Any student who wishes to study in Canada requires a student visa. Some of the essential information for the application process is given below.

When Should I Apply?

4 to 6 months

Ideally, one should apply for the study permit at least 4 to 6 months before the commencement of your course/program.

Bank Account

No Need!

There is no need for a blocked bank account to apply for a student visa to Canada.

Duration of visa

Course Duration + 3 Months

The student visa is valid for the entire period of your course plus three months.

Time to Wait for Visa

35 Days

It takes time. It might take up to 35 days post your interview for the application process to complete and for you to finally receive your visa.

Appointment

Required

It varies from applicant to applicant, but one may have to take part in one or two visa appointments, namely a medical examination and a visa interview.

How you can apply

Application Process

An applicant can either apply online or offline by visiting a visa application centre and submitting their documents. After the analysis of your application, you might be called for an interview.

Fee

Visa Fee

The visa application fee for Canada is CAD 150.

Minimum Funds

833 CAD, 917 CAD

You require a minimum monthly amount to be deposited into your account to prove that you can sustain yourself while studying in Canada. If you are studying in Quebec, you need to have a monthly minimum of CAD 917, and if you are studying in a province except for Quebec, you need to have a minimum of CAD 833 per month.

Any other expenses

Required

You will have to pay a medical examination fee and a visa application service fee to the tune of CAD 15 if you visit a visa application centre to apply for your visa.

Medical Examination

Required

One has to undergo a series of medical examinations to be deemed fit for a student visa of Canada. The tests mostly include blood and urine tests, chest x-rays and other organ checkups.

Language Skills

Not Required

one doesn’t need to prove their language skills in applying for a Canadian Visa.

Disclaimer: The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.

Work Permit

PGWP

Students who wish to work in Canada require a work permit to do so. A student in Canada can work part-time during the course of his studies and full-time during holidays and semester breaks and post the completion of their course/program.

Rules for getting a part-time work visa in Canada

You can also work part-time on campus at your university.

Work Permit

Duration

Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.

Working Hours

20 Hours/Week

As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.

Documents Required

List

To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.

Social Insurance Number

Study Permit

You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada. if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.

You can work part-time off-campus if you are studying in the Quebec province.

Duration of Work Permit

Your part-time work permit will be valid for as long as you have a valid study permit.

Work Hours

As a full-time student, you can work for a maximum of 20 hours a week. However, you can work full- time during holidays and breaks.

Documents Required

To apply for a work permit, you will need a study permit that mentions that you are allowed to work part-time on campus.

Social Insurance Number

You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) to Service Canada if you wish to work in Canada during the course of your studies. To apply for the same, you need a valid study permit, and you should be a full- time student at a recognized university.

Working after completing your course

In Canada, you will need a work permit to get a full-time job in Canada after finishing your studies. You chose a work permit like the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) if you wish to stay back in Canada and work full-time.

Visit Government of Canada Website for more detail

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

The Post- Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows you to work for three years in Canada if you have completed a two years degree or more.

Application

how can i apply

You can either apply online or download the form and mail the application along with the required documents. Pay your fee and then wait for the decision to come.

Application Documents Required

List

To apply for the work visa, you need a degree from a recognized and accredited Canadian University along with an intention to stay and work in Canada only temporarily.

When to Apply?

One can apply for the full-time work permit in the first three months post the completion of their course during which the study permit is still valid.

How long does it take?

90 days

You will have to wait for 90 days for the decision on your work permit.

Duration

3 Years

The work permit is valid for 3 years if you have completed a two years degree program or more.

Fees

CAD 255

The fee for the work permit is CAD 255 plus the holder fee and the work permit processing fee.

Monthly Wages

CAD 1,600

An applicant is guaranteed a minimum salary of CAD 1,600 per month while working in Canada. This amount though varies on the job and the province you are working in.

Work Hours

No Limit

There is no maximum limit, and you can work for as many hours as you want on the full-time work permit.

Required Documents

List

To apply for the work visa, you will need the following documents:

Forms: IMM 5710, IMM 5476 and IMM 5475;
Graduation Proof
Proof of payment of work permit fees
Copies of your travel and identification documents, passport pages and current immigration document.

Till a decision is made on your work visa, you can continue to work full time. All you need to have is your completed degree, should have applied for the permit before the expiry of your study permit and you should be allowed to work off-campus.

Information

Disclaimer

The information provided about the work permit is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. All recommendations are made without any guarantee on the part of the author or the publisher. The author and the publisher, therefore, disclaim any liability in connection to and with the use of this information.