About Software And Information Systems Testing (co-op) in Fanshawe College
Know it. Understand it. Test it. Communicate it. Knowledge of software and hardware is important, and in today's fast-paced information technology world, making sure everything is running smoothly is essential to running an effective operation. You'll emerge from the Software and Information Systems Testing program with a better understanding of the testing paradigms and methods associated with IT and software development. You'll understand software and hardware, how to ensure quality control and how to use project management approaches and business analysis techniques.
You'll gain broad skills but get in-demand skills that you can pair with any of the other diplomas offered in the School of Information Technology. You'll learn how to write external test scripts and the different methods used to figure out the experience of the end-user, from bug testing to reporting. You'll graduate with practical experience in project management, leadership and security testing.
Consumers want a smooth product. Learn to test software and hardware to help make that a reality.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will build skills useful with numerous sectors (software design, games design, help desk, business analysis, management consulting and customer help) within the information technology industry and will gain practical experience in one or more of those sectors. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to assume quality assurance testing roles and ultimately management positions in the technology industry.
Academic qualification equivalents
- A College Diploma, or College Advanced Diploma, or College Graduate Certificate or bachelor's degree.
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
