Bachelor of Cybersecurity
Official Bachelor of Cybersecurity programme at Cannoga College.
Credential
BACHELOR
Duration
4 Years
Credits
90 Canadian CR
Campus Location
Ottawa, ON (Main)
Study Format
Full-Time & Co-op
Program Overview & Objectives
Official Bachelor of Cybersecurity programme at Cannoga College.
Offered through the Data Science & Artificial Intelligence within the School of Science, this program provides students with direct access to Cannoga’s state-of-the-art academic resources, experiential learning laboratories, and comprehensive Admissions Services.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Designed in collaboration with Canadian industry partners. View all Degree Programmes.
Hands-On Practicum & Co-op
Embedded terms providing direct workplace experience in Ottawa. See International Student Support.
Curriculum & Course Structure
Required core subjects, specialized courses, and capstone modules:
| Code | Area | Course Title | Credits | Prerequisite / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMP 3271 | Core | Foundations of Computing Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 3272 | Core | Programming Fundamentals Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 3273 | Core | Discrete Mathematics for Computing Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 3274 | Core | Computer Systems Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 3275 | Core | Database Fundamentals Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 3276 | Core | Data Structures and Algorithms Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 3277 | Core | Object-Oriented Programming Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 3278 | Core | Web Technologies Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4279 | Core | Computer Networks Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4280 | Core | Software Engineering Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4281 | Core | Operating Systems Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4282 | Core | Information Security Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4283 | Core | Cloud Computing Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4284 | Core | Systems Analysis and Design Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4285 | Core | Applied Data Analytics Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 4286 | Core | Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5287 | Core | Machine Learning Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5288 | Core | Secure Software Development Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5289 | Core | Technology Project Management Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5290 | Core | Capstone Project Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5291 | Core | Advanced ('Foundations of Computing', 'none') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5292 | Core | Advanced ('Programming Fundamentals', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5293 | Core | Advanced ('Discrete Mathematics for Computing', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 5294 | Core | Advanced ('Computer Systems', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 6295 | Core | Advanced ('Database Fundamentals', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 6296 | Core | Advanced ('Data Structures and Algorithms', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 6297 | Core | Advanced ('Object-Oriented Programming', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 6298 | Core | Advanced ('Web Technologies', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 6299 | Core | Advanced ('Computer Networks', 'previous') Semester 1 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
| COMP 6300 | Core | Advanced ('Software Engineering', 'previous') Semester 2 | 3 CR | Open Enrollment |
Career Prospects & Industry Pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor of Cybersecurity are equipped for high-demand roles across public and private sector organizations in Ontario and Canada. Learn more about Tuition & Financial Aid Options or connect with our Career Advisory Team.
Target Roles & Career Positions
Diverse opportunities in global industries.
Average Starting Salary
$58,000 – $74,000 CAD
Graduate Employment Rate
94.2% within 6 Months
Work Permit Eligibility
Eligible (PGWP Pathway)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirement:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Grade 12 English and Mathematics required. Minimum average of 65% in required courses. Proficiency in English (IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent for international students).
Minimum Admission Grade:
65%
Language Proficiency:
IELTS 6.0 overall (no band under 5.5) or TOEFL iBT 80. See International Requirements.
Estimated Tuition (2026–2027)
Department Faculty
Jessica Chahal
Assistant Professor
Harper Tremblay
Assistant Professor
Ryan Adams
Professor