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Computer Information Systems
ufv.ca/cis

Computer Information Systems differs from Computing Science in that there tends to be an increased focus on using technology effectively to support and add value to organizations. This requires breadth and business knowledge as well as both theory and hands-on practice.

UFV offers a Bachelor of Computer Information Systems degree, a CIS diploma and certificate, and certificates in CISCO Networking and Network Security, Professional Computer Proficiency, and Animation Arts. A Data Analysis Post-degree certificate is also available.

CIS students may choose to apply directly to the BCIS degree, and can apply to graduate with the CIS certificate and/or diploma after completing the required coursework. The CIS certificate can be obtained with a Web Design and Animation option, and both the diploma and the degree can be obtained with a Co-operative Education option. Several concentrations are also available in the BCIS program, and students can choose to combine their BCIS with a minor or extended minor in a discipline other than CIS or Computing Science (e.g., Business Administration, Mathematics, Visual Arts, Geography).

UFV also offers a minor and extended minor in Computer Information Systems which can be added to a degree in any other area, and a minor in Computing Science for students who wish to focus on the theoretical and mathematical aspects of computing. Students interested in these options should consult with their program advisor and the CIS department.

Non-credit continuing studies courses in a wide range of computing areas are also offered throughout the year. Current and planned offerings are described at ufv.ca/continuing_studies/courses/computer-skills. 

• Bachelor of Computer Information Systems degree
   • Concentrations
   • Mathematics minor

• Computer Information Systems diploma

• Computer Information Systems certificate
   • Web Design and Animation option

• Animation Arts certificate

• CISCO Networking and Network Security certificate (not available in 2013/14)

• Data Analysis Post-degree certificate

• Professional Computer Proficiency certificate

• Computer Information Systems minor

• Computer Information Systems extended minor

• Computing Science minor

Course listings

For complete details on courses see the course descriptions section.