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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Security

Course code: #YPX

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Security

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $35,148 CAD

  • Application fee

    $130 CAD

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    80 out of 100

Options
Co-op

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Winter-January 01-November-2023 2023-11-01
Fall-September 01-February-2024 2024-02-01
Winter-January 01-November-2024 2024-11-01
Fall-September 01-February-2025 2025-02-01

Overview

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Security

A degree in Computer Security at York provides you with a skillset to kick-start your career as a leading expert in protecting key infrastructures such as banks, transportation, electrical grids, hospitals, and schools - which all rely on security to function safely. 

You will learn how to assess the cyber security risk and mitigate possible security threats in software, networks, databases, Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices, and other computer systems. 

This program will enable you to create a meaningful impact across many diverse industries.

This program has an optional co-application that is strongly recommended.  

Co-op is available to all Computer Security students after your second year and does not require a separate application.

Computer Security focuses on the privacy of personal data, preventing unauthorized access to computer systems, ensuring back-up contingency plans in the event of data loss and protecting systems from malicious activity.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$42,566

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $9,144
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,418
Tuition 1 person $35,148

Hourly wage

Min wage

17.20 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Course Descriptions
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
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TOEFL

88
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PTE

60
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Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
Academic ProgramDestination York ProgramYUBridge Studies ProgramGraduate Studies Preparation ProgramIELTS AcademicRevised TOEFL IBTTOEFL Paper BaseDuolingo
1 / 2    2.5363300-39
3   3.54438040
4   45240055
5   4.55641070
6 YUBridge T1 5 (Min 5 in Writing)64 (Min 16 in Writing)46080
7PreDyGSPP Term 15.56952595
8DYYUB T2676550105
9GSPP Term 26 No Score Below 6.086568115

Minimum Score Required

for Direct Entry

  6.588N/A120

 

  • Levels AP1-AP5 focus on helping build a solid foundation of English proficiency in all four language skills: Reading, writing, listening and speaking.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP5 may apply to the York University English Language Institute’s YUBridge Program, where they can take a class for academic credit while completing the remainder of their language proficiency requirements to be admitted to York.
  • Levels AP6-AP9 focus on the language, critical thinking and study skills required to be a successful student in a university or college setting where English is the language of instruction.
  • Students who successfully complete Level AP6 are eligible to apply for Conditional Admission* to York University. Students with conditional acceptance are also eligible to apply to the Pre-Destination York Program.

 

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Academic background and requirement

India: 

  • Completion of one of the following:
    • All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
    • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
    • Indian School Certificate (ISC)
    • Intermediate Examination Certificate
    • Pre-University Examination Certificate
  • Grade XII math (Minimum math result of 55%)

China:

  • Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate
  • Grade 12 math (Minimum math result of 85%)

Iran: 

  • Graduation Before 2019 (old system): Peesh-daneshgahii/Pre-university Year Certificate
  • Graduation After 2019 (new system): Diplom-Metevaseth National High School Diploma

Note: Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years

GPA:

India: To be considered for this program, minimum 80 average in XII is required.

China: To gain admission to this program, successful completion of the final year of Senior 3/Grade 12 level of study with a minimum overall average of 85% on all academic courses.

Career opportunities

  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Information Security Specialist
  • Network Security Administrator
  • Security Consultant
  • Ethical Hacker
  • Cybersecurity Policy Analyst
  • Security Incident Responder

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