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Cybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate), Kingston

St. Lawrence College · Kingston, Canada · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year (two semesters); no placement

Tuition / year

C$19,055 (≈ ₹12.8 lakh)

Intakes

January 2027; September 2027

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Course overview

Cybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate), Kingston is a postgraduate (master's) course in computer science & it at St. Lawrence College in Kingston, Canada. It takes 1 year (two semesters); no placement, with intakes in January 2027; September 2027.

St. Lawrence College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversitySt. Lawrence College (Public)
LocationKingston, Canada
CourseCybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate), Kingston
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaComputer Science & IT
Duration1 year (two semesters); no placement
Tuition per yearC$19,055 (≈ ₹12.8 lakh)
IntakesJanuary 2027; September 2027
English requirementIELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 60; TOEFL iBT 83 (or 4.5 on the new scale); CAEL 60

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$19,055 a year, about ₹12.8 lakh.

2026-27 estimate; CAD 21,444.26 with ancillary fees

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.

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Career outcomes

Job roles

  • Cyber security analyst
  • Penetration tester
  • Forensic computer analyst
  • Systems analyst
  • IT consultant
  • Network engineer

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • IBM
  • Cisco
  • Palo Alto Networks
  • CrowdStrike
  • Thales
  • Microsoft
  • Deloitte
  • PwC
  • Accenture
  • KPMG

Eligibility

General entry requirements at St. Lawrence College for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Graduate certificates: a two- or three-year college diploma or a university degree, or equivalent. A three-year Indian bachelor's degree meets this.
  • Health care education or work experience is recommended for Health Care Administration.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 60; TOEFL iBT 83 (or 4.5 on the new scale); CAEL 60.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS AcademicDiplomas and certificates: 6.0 with no band below 5.5. Graduate certificates and degrees: 6.5 with no band below 6.0
PTE Academic55 for diplomas and certificates; 60 for graduate certificates and degrees
TOEFL iBT78 / 83 for tests before 21 January 2026; 4 / 4.5 on the new scale for later tests
DuolingoNot accepted from applicants in India (SLC also does not accept Michigan, Cambridge or EIKEN results from India)
Class 12 English waiverNot offered for Indian school results; the study-in-an-English-speaking-country exemption does not include India

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Intakes

This course starts in: January 2027; September 2027.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Bachelor's or diploma transcripts and certificate (graduate certificates)
  • English test score taken within the last two years
  • Immunisation records, first aid/CPR and police check before nursing placements

Scholarships

  • SLC scholarships and bursaries (convocation and in-year awards)

    All full-time students

    Value: CAD 500 to 3,000

    SLC says all international students can apply. One application matches you to donor-funded awards whose criteria you meet; some awards are for Ontario residents only.

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About St. Lawrence College

St. Lawrence College (SLC) is a public college in eastern Ontario with campuses in Kingston, Brockville and Cornwall. It was created when Ontario set up its college system in 1967, and classes began in Kingston in 1969. Today it offers more than 55 programmes, from diplomas and graduate certificates to honours bachelor's degrees.

Indian students mostly look at SLC's one-year graduate certificates (Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Management, Digital Marketing Communications, Health Care Administration) and its two- and three-year computer and nursing programmes. Kingston is the main campus city; Brockville and Cornwall are smaller. SLC publishes a list of programmes aligned with PGWP field-of-study rules, which is worth checking before you apply.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Cybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate), Kingston at St. Lawrence College?

The tuition for international students is C$19,055 a year (about ₹12.8 lakh). 2026-27 estimate; CAD 21,444.26 with ancillary fees. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Cybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate), Kingston?

The course takes 1 year (two semesters); no placement.

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 60; TOEFL iBT 83 (or 4.5 on the new scale); CAEL 60. 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. 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.

  1. St. Lawrence College: Cybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate), Kingston (opens in a new tab)
  2. St. Lawrence College: home page (opens in a new tab)
  3. SLC: Costs for international students (opens in a new tab)
  4. SLC: Proof of English proficiency (opens in a new tab)
  5. SLC: PGWP-aligned programmes (June 2025 onward) (opens in a new tab)

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