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At Acadia's Jodrey School of Computer Science, we'll transform you from a computer user into a skilled creator of computer systems that address real-world challenges.
You'll enjoy an outstanding university experience through our CIPS-accredited programs, guaranteeing top-tier education. With intimate class sizes, you'll benefit from personalized attention and close collaboration with faculty members.
Select from our diverse program offerings:
Bachelor of Computer Science
Honours Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Applied Computer Science
Honours Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Our four-year Bachelor of Computer Science program surpasses CIPS and ACM standards, blending essential components like:
theoretical computation
system architecture understanding
analytical problem-solving
system evaluation techniques
practical application development
To graduate, you must complete all core courses with a minimum C- grade and maintain a 2.0 PGPA.
The Applied Computer Science program features specialized tracks including:
software engineering
game design
data science
mobile computing solutions
dual major possibilities
cross-disciplinary studies
Both BACS and BSc programs provide opportunities for additional majors or interdisciplinary minors.
Designed for beginners, our curriculum welcomes students without programming background. If you have prior coding experience, we can potentially accelerate your first-year coursework.
Beyond technical skills, you'll cultivate abilities in communication, collaboration, leadership, and business acumen. Our flexible program structures enable you to merge computer science with other academic disciplines across Acadia's faculties.
Participate in our acclaimed co-op program to gain professional experience at top Canadian tech firms while offsetting education costs, with exceptional job placement success rates.