Overview

The Computer Information Systems Administration program from British Columbia Institute of Technology is a two-year program that focuses on administration and configuration of Information Technology (IT) infrastructure such as wired and wireless local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs).

The CISA program emphasizes a hands-on, technical approach to training, where experience gained in labs and classrooms can be applied directly to business and industry.

Career

Job opportunities

Manufacturers such as Cisco, HP, and IBM, typically have “partners” who sell their products. It is with these partners that our students find employment. Other sources of employment include Internet Service Providers (ISPs), government, municipalities, hospitals, health authorities, management companies, airports, transportation services, insurance companies, and many small businesses. If a computer network exists within a business and it grows to any size there is a demand for competent administrators to maintain this network and its clients. Graduates have the ability to continue developing their skills in more specialized areas such as wireless, security, storage area services, and voice services providing a path to higher pay and ensured employment.

Graduates also have experience supporting Linux and Microsoft clients and servers. Employment opportunities exist within Internet providers, cablevision, telephone companies, service outsourcing companies, and any IT department.

Programme Structure

Course structure:

Network Essentials

Desktop Support & Maintenance

Windows Server Essentials

Linux Essentials

Database Essentials

Programming Essentials

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00

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More details

Applicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains.

Language

English

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Credits

140 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Burnaby, Canada

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences View 77 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Entrance requirements

Applicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains.

English language proficiency: Category 2 – English Studies 12 (67%) or equivalent
Math: one of the following:
- Pre-Calculus 11 (60%) or
- Foundations of Math 11 (67%) or
- Workplace Math 11 (73%) or
- Other acceptable BC and Yukon courses

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International applicants

This program is available to international applicants. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.

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Include proof of meeting all entrance requirements.
Convert all transcripts and supporting documents to PDF files.
Have a credit card ready to pay the application fee.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

23483 CAD / year

≈ 23483 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6364 CAD / year

≈ 6364 CAD / year

Living costs

Burnaby

Canada

1600 - 2700 CAD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

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