This two-year undergraduate program will prepare the student to fill the role of technical support in the dynamic and expanding field of client/server comput­ing, enterprise networks, administration and Internet management. In addition, this program provides a job placement in it’s last semester to allow students to grasp a deeper knowledge of the application aspect of this field.

The courses are constantly evolving to incorporate a blend of leading edge and traditional technologies to meet the needs of local employers. This program is well suited to people who are interested in computers, but not math, physics or electronics. Many of the courses in the CN&TS program train the students towards obtaining Microsoft, A+ and Network + certifications.

Students will learn how to design and implement network infrastructures of enterprise networks to help maintain computer systems and networks of organisations. Whether you are installing computer systems, or solving technical problems, your qualification gives you access into the opportunity-filled technological world. 

Once students receive their St. Lawrence College Diploma, they are eligible to apply for their Post Graduate Work Permit.

The Computer Networking and Technical Support program content prepares students for employment in a variety of roles in this burgeoning industry. Graduates can find stable employment in:

• • Hardware/software support
  • Network administration
  • Help desk support
  • Internet resource management
  • Network support and installation
  • Network design

The tuition fees already include health insurance for the student for the length of the program.

First Semester: $7840/ Semester

Second Semester: $7750/ Semester

Third Semester: $7750/ Semester

Fourth Semester: $7750/ Semester

Tuition Fees for the whole program: $31090

* Tuition fees are subject to change.

Students must have the following academic requirements to be eligible:

• • Secondary School Diploma or mature student status;
  • Completion of Grade 11 Math and Grade 12 English or equivalents ;

Applicants from non-English speaking countries must achieve the minimum requirements of:

• Overseas applications from China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam and the Philippines (SDS): Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 issued in past 24 months
• All other applicants: Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 issued in past 24 months

Students can also satisfy the English language proficiency requirement by successfully completing the ESL/EAP program offered at Alpha International Academy. Please visit the ESL/EAP Program information page for further information. For a complete list of the accepted English proficiency tests and SLC partnered ESL Pathway programs please visit St. Lawrence's proof of proficiency list.