About Computer Programmer Analyst in Fanshawe College

There is no more valued, in-demand or dynamic career these days than one in IT. If you've got a passion for coding and computers, and you're ready to develop the skills to land your dream job, Fanshawe's Computer Programmer Analyst program is the right fit for you.

You'll begin your journey by focusing on fundamental IT topics. As you progress through the IT programs, you'll develop the in-depth and specialized computer knowledge employers are looking for. 

What you learn from our IT courses 

• Object-oriented development in both Windows and Linux-based client/server systems;

• Software development;
• Client/server web development (both .NET and J2EE);
• Database development (MSSQL and Oracle) and;
• Code level graphics, animation and simulation with C++ and DirectX.

Plus, Fanshawe is one of only three colleges with SharcNet - a super-fast supercomputer that you'll get your hands on in your second and third year.

These days, you need more than computer skills to make you career mark. You'll also have the opportunity to develop your communication and interpersonal skills by completing a paid co-op work placement in your final semester to help you gain hands-on experience with real people in real situations.

Features and benefits of our IT program:

• Earn while you learn - 12 months of paid co-op allows students to make employer contacts, gain work experience and apply their knowledge in a real IT business setting;

• Beyond Fanshawe - graduates may choose to pursue the completion of a degree with universities both locally and internationally. If you prefer specialized training, consider one of Fanshawe's own IT post-graduate certificate programs.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can expect to obtain software construction positions in the following development areas: corporate software, financial, web, business, entertainment and gaming, simulations, medical imaging, programming control systems, commercial applications, network software, Linux and Windows development. As a programmer, database developer, software architect or business analyst, you will have many exciting opportunities in any field that uses computers as a business or research tool.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Class 12 passed students from a recognized board including CBSE, CISCE or a state board
• All India Senior School Certificate or Higher Secondary Certificate/Standard 12 or Indian School Certificate (Year 12) as recognized qualifications
• Final minimum average of 65.0% based on the highest six Grade 12 University (U) or University/College (M) courses

English language requirements (one of the below):

IELTS: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test with an overall score of 5.5  - 7.0 with no score less than 5.0 - 6.5 in reading and listening and a score of 7.0 in writing and speaking, with test results within the last two years
Please note, some Whitireia degree level programmes require a higher level of English language competence. 

TOEFL iBT :Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 60 - 100for the Internet-based test (iBT), with test results within the last two years

PTE: Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) with a minimum score of 40 - 65, with test results within the last two years

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Fanshawe College Tuition fee/Cost of Attendance

To provide prospective students an indication of the minimal account balance required before applying for admission to Fanshawe College, the anticipated cost of expenditures is as follows:

Tuition fee

The cost of tuition varies depending on the length and difficulty level of each programme offered at Fanshawe College. However, the average anticipated cost is as follows:

International Applicants: 2,135 to 12,450 USD.

Domestic Applicants: 1,035 to 4,590 USD.

Other Expenses including textbooks, housing, food, entertainment, among others: 7,600 to 9,120 USD.8