Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Computer Science - Application Development

At Cégep de Maisonneuve, tuition is The average cost for the first year is $813, including registration fees, general education materials, and specific program materials..

This programme is for students who want to build and maintain applications that run on different platforms. It prepares students to work with web, mobile, Android, and iOS apps. Students learn how to control connected devices and create software for real users. The training includes teamwork and using agile methods to manage projects.

Students study over six sessions, with classes held Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The curriculum includes hands-on labs, dedicated classrooms, and access to a computer research lab. A key part of the programme is an eight-week internship in the final session. Students also complete several major projects, such as a website for online sales, a mobile app, a cloud-synced application, and a photo management tool.

After graduation, students can work as programmer analysts, web developers, or application developers. Many graduates find jobs quickly or continue their studies. Students can transfer up to one year of credit to university programmes in computer science or engineering. Admission is offered only in the fall, and applicants must meet specific course requirements.