Course overview
Techniques des systèmes informatiques (Ontario College Diploma) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in computer science & it at Collège Boréal in Sudbury, Canada. It takes 2 years (4 terms), Sudbury or Toronto, with intakes in January 2027; September 2027; January 2028.
Collège Boréal is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Collège Boréal (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Sudbury, Canada |
| Course | Techniques des systèmes informatiques (Ontario College Diploma) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Computer Science & IT |
| Duration | 2 years (4 terms), Sudbury or Toronto |
| Tuition per year | C$15,000 (≈ ₹10.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | January 2027; September 2027; January 2028 |
| English requirement | Taught in French (French test needed unless you studied fully in French). English, if you do not hold an OSSD: IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0), PTE 40, TOEFL iBT 60, Duolingo 95 |
Interested in Techniques des systèmes informatiques (Ontario College Diploma)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$15,000 a year, about ₹10.1 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$30,000 (≈ ₹20.1 lakh) before any yearly increase.
Approximate international tuition of CAD 15,000 a year (two semesters, health insurance included) published on Boréal's international applicants page; Boréal's fee PDF says 2026-27 international ancillary fees (CAD 3,338.43 a year at Sudbury) are included in full-time international tuition. Check the programme's line in the international fee PDF before you pay
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Housing, academic year (estimate)Boréal's estimate for an 8-month year (September to April) | C$8,500per year | ≈ ₹5.7 lakh |
| One-bedroom apartment, Sudbury (market)Approximate market rent quoted by Boréal | C$1,450per month | ≈ ₹97,150 |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Software engineer
- Web developer
- Data analyst
- Cyber security analyst
- Systems analyst
- UX designer
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Google
Microsoft
Amazon
Apple
Meta
IBM
Oracle
SAP
Accenture
Infosys
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Collège Boréal for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Class 12 is assessed as the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Each programme lists its own prerequisites, usually a French credit and often maths; the computer science degree also needs calculus and two more maths courses.
- Apply through the OCAS international portal, choose up to two programmes, upload certified copies of your documents in French or English and pay the CAD 350 fee.
- After an offer you pay an initial deposit before Boréal issues a Provincial Attestation Letter (about three weeks). The deposit is refunded if your study permit is refused.
English requirements
For this course: Taught in French (French test needed unless you studied fully in French). English, if you do not hold an OSSD: IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0), PTE 40, TOEFL iBT 60, Duolingo 95.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| Language of teaching | French. You need very good French; a French test is required unless your full secondary or postsecondary education was in French |
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 (no band below 5.0) for certificates, diplomas and degrees; 6.0 (no band below 5.5) for practical nursing and the BScN |
| PTE Academic | 40 (no skill below 36) |
| TOEFL iBT | 60 (no skill below 12, speaking 15+); 72 for nursing programmes |
| Duolingo English Test | 95 (no skill below 90); 105 for nursing programmes |
Intakes
This course starts in: January 2027; September 2027; January 2028.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport (pages with name and photo)
- Certified copies of Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, and degree transcripts for postgraduate programmes, in French or English
- French test result, unless you studied fully in French
- English test result if the programme asks for it
- Provincial Attestation Letter and study permit
Scholarships
International bursary (Baccalauréat en informatique)
UG
Value: CAD 1,000 a year for four years
Listed for international students starting the bachelor's degree in computer science; check the conditions on the programme page
Official page
About Collège Boréal
Collège Boréal is a public French-language college founded in Sudbury, Ontario, in 1995. It runs 31 campuses in 26 Ontario communities and offers more than 70 programmes, from one-year certificates to three- and four-year bachelor's degrees in computer science, business administration and nursing. All postsecondary programmes are taught in French, so it suits Indian students who already have strong French; distance learning is not open to international students.
Boréal estimates an international student's first year at about CAD 25,500: CAD 15,000 in tuition (including health insurance), CAD 8,500 for housing and CAD 2,000 for books and other costs. As a francophone college outside Quebec, it also points international students to a federal pilot programme for students in francophone minority communities that may lead to permanent residence.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Techniques des systèmes informatiques (Ontario College Diploma) at Collège Boréal?
The tuition for international students is C$15,000 a year (about ₹10.1 lakh). Approximate international tuition of CAD 15,000 a year (two semesters, health insurance included) published on Boréal's international applicants page; Boréal's fee PDF says 2026-27 international ancillary fees (CAD 3,338.43 a year at Sudbury) are included in full-time international tuition. Check the programme's line in the international fee PDF before you pay. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Techniques des systèmes informatiques (Ontario College Diploma)?
The course takes 2 years (4 terms), Sudbury or Toronto.
What English score do I need?
Taught in French (French test needed unless you studied fully in French). English, if you do not hold an OSSD: IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0), PTE 40, TOEFL iBT 60, Duolingo 95. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: January 2027; September 2027; January 2028. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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