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Diploma of Computer Programmer (Co-op) Lambton College - Sarnia Campus Lambton College - Sarnia Campus, Canada

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CAD 15162

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 150 Waived

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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69

TOEFL

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60%

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Program Overview

The Computer Programmer, two-year diploma program offers students the opportunity to study current trends in software development. This intensive, two-year program concludes with a work term for eligible students.

Web technology topics include HTML5, CSS5, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, React and others to develop user interfaces. Students work with server-side programming languages including Microsoft C#.NET, Python and Java. In the database components, students perform all aspects of database design and work with SQL/NOSQL on several database management systems (DSMS). Students demonstrate their knowledge and skills by developing solutions to real world, three tiered (client, server, database) problems.

Major coursework is assigned as term projects that span entire terms allowing students to actively engage in the evaluation, design and implementation of real world software applications. As a result, student develop deep content knowledge as well as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and communication skills.

In addition, general education, business, math and communication courses help students expand their organizational, critical thinking and communication skills.

The widespread use of computer technology in all industries, from manufacturing, transportation, construction, education, health and financial institutions means that computer programmers are the key people shaping the solutions of today and tomorrow.


About Co-op

Students in this program have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience by applying classroom learning during co-op experiences.

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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 69
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60.0  Minimum Listening - 57.0  Minimum Reading - 57.0  Minimum Writing - 60.0  Minimum Speaking - 57.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • Grade 12 English C or U
    • Grade 11 or 12 Mathematics C or U

6 IELTS Score
69 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

15162

Tuition Fee
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CAD 150 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

12000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

For the Spring 2025, Fall 2025, and Winter 2026 intakes, we're making our programs even more affordable through enhanced entrance scholarships of:
 

  • Up to $4,000 for Sarnia students
  • Up to $3,600 for Ottawa students


How do these scholarships impact our tuition structure? For a typical two-year graduate certificate program (with co-op!), applicants can expect to see:

  • A first-term tuition cost of approximately $7,000
  • A first-year tuition cost of approximately $14,000
  • A full-program tuition cost of approximately $23,000

 

Click HERE to explore our 31 scholarship-eligible programs in Sarnia and Ottawa. I also encourage you to read and share the following LinkedIn article where I explain how Lambton College is able to deliver a world-class education at a cost much lower than other public institutions. 

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