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Conestoga College

IT Innovation and Design (Optional Co-op)

Profound changes in computer applications have created a demand for a new kind of software development professional. The...

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months

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Waterloo

Intakes at September

undergraduate

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About this program

PGWP - Post-Graduation Work Permit

PGWP is a key component of post-study rights in Canada, offering graduates up to three years of full work rights. This includes benefits for both the graduate and their partner, along with educational advantages for children.

Intern/Job-Placement

The institution has a specialized department for internships and professional placement, providing crucial support for students by connecting them to opportunities that propel their careers.

Co-Op - Cooperative Education

Co-op seamlessly integrates paid work experience with academic learning. Many Canadian institutions offer about half of the course duration in Co-op mode, enabling students to work full-time during Co-op and part-time during classes.

Profound changes in computer applications have created a demand for a new kind of software development professional. The explosive growth of mobile device usage, increasing consumer application demand, and emerging digital technologies require Canadian companies to possess entrepreneurial skills to compete globally. This program aims to develop computer professionals skilled in graphic design, content creation, User Experience (UX), software development, marketing, and business models to design and market innovative software applications. The optional co-op stream includes four consecutive four-month work terms.

About Co-op:

To apply for the co-op stream, students initially apply to the non-co-op program. Admission depends on labor market conditions, with an 80% average requirement in Year 1. International students need work permits for co-op job access, and there are no fee refunds after the withdrawal date. Continuing without a work permit is at the student’s risk, and concerns should be discussed with the co-op advisor early on.

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Comprehensive Skill Development

This program equips students with a diverse set of skills, including graphic design, content creation, User Experience (UX), software development, marketing, and business models. These competencies prepare students to design and market competitive software applications, making them well-rounded professionals in the field of IT and software development.

Real-world Experience through Co-op

The optional co-op stream includes four consecutive four-month work terms, providing students with valuable hands-on experience in real-world settings. This practical exposure not only enhances their learning but also increases their employability by allowing them to apply their knowledge in professional environments.

Entrepreneurial Focus

The course emphasizes the need for entrepreneurial savvy within Canadian companies to compete globally. By focusing on the entrepreneurial aspects of technology and business, the program prepares students to innovate and drive business success in the fast-paced digital world. This entrepreneurial training is crucial for those looking to start their own ventures or take on leadership roles within existing companies.

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Program Device Requirements

All students entering this program must: have a laptop computer that meets minimum specified requirements own and maintain their laptop bring their laptop on the first day of classes.

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements include an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or being 19 years of age or older with mature student status. Applicants must have Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, or Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1251), and Grade 12 Mathematics, C or U, or equivalent, or Conestoga College Preparatory Mathematics (MATH1375). Minimum grade requirements are 60% for MCT4C, 60% for MAP4C, 50% for MHF4U and MCV4U, 50% for MDM4U, and 60% for MATH1375.