Bachelor of Applied Computing

Start this three-year Bachelor of Applied Computing program with a financial edge! If you’re a new, full-time student in semester 1 in September 2026 you will automatically qualify for a $1,000 scholarship. Maintain a grade point average of 75% and you could receive another $1,000 when you start semester 2!

Program highlights

• Unique specialization streams: in third year, choose to focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, or data analytics
• One semester paid internship​
• Entrance scholarships – up to $2,000
• Pathways available to eligible CSTN and CPIN diploma graduates (CSTY graduates may be eligible for advanced standing)
• Hands-on applied learning will make you career-ready​
• First and only college in northern Ontario to offer a degree in applied computing ​​
• Ability to pursue a master’s degree​ upon graduation

Admission requirements

To be eligible to enter the Bachelor of Applied Computing program, applicants must be graduates of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD; 30 credits) (or equivalent), must complete at least six grade 12 U/M courses (or equivalent) with a minimum overall average of 65%,  including two (2) required U-level courses and four (4) additional U or M-level courses. Alternatively, applicants must meet mature student status.

The following are the program-specific prerequisite requirements:

• Any grade 12 English (U) (minimum 65%)
• One (1) Grade 12 Mathematics course from the following: Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) OR Advanced Functions (MHF4U) OR Mathematics of Data Management 
  (MDM4U) (minimum 65%)
• Four (4) other Grade 12 U or M courses

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor and course outlines for further information.

Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.

Specific program pathways

Cambrian College will grant advanced standing to those that graduated from Cambrian College’s Computer Programming – Internet of Things diploma (CPIN) or Computer Systems diploma (CETN, CSTN) within the past five years and achieved a minimum GPA of 2.5.

CPIN pathway applicants:

• must apply to semester 4 of the Bachelor of Applied Computing program for the Spring term by the Spring registration deadline. 
• receive advanced standing in semester 4* of the BAAC.

CETN/CSTN pathway applicants: 

• must apply to semester 3 of the Bachelor of Applied Computing program for the Fall term by the Fall registration deadline. 
• apply to program code BAAP at OCAS.
• receive advanced standing in semester 3* of the BAAC.

Overload courses during the study period will come at an additional cost.

*Individual learning plans may vary. 

College/university degree opportunities

Graduates from this program may continue their studies at college/university and may receive credit for their prior College education. Refer to College/University Agreements for further information.

Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.

Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!