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Centennial College

Toronto, Ontario, Canada — Progress CampusReviewed 23 October 2026

Centennial's Software Engineering Technician diploma develops practical programming, database, testing and web-development skills.

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Centennial's Software Engineering Technician diploma develops practical programming, database, testing and web-development skills. This guide covers programme 3408 at Progress Campus, not its separate online or fast-track versions.

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  1. Software Engineering Technician (3408) — Ontario College Diploma, four semesters; hybrid delivery at Progress Campus
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Academic eligibility

  • An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or accepted equivalent.
  • Required subjects are Grade 12 English and Grade 11 university/mixed-level mathematics or Grade 12 college/university mathematics, or accepted equivalents.
  • International applicants provide secondary-school transcripts, their completion certificate and any required certified English translations.

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Language requirements

  • For this diploma, the standard language requirement is IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5, or PTE Academic 51 or higher.
  • Qualifying previous English-medium education can meet the policy.
  • Do not substitute the requirements for the separate fast-track version.

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Study intakes

  • The programme currently lists international availability for January 2027, September 2027 and January 2028.
  • Check the selected intake before applying; availability can change.

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Application deadlines

  • The reviewed programme and international application pages do not publish one fixed application closing date.
  • Apply while the selected intake is available.
  • Follow the acceptance-deposit and tuition dates in the individual offer and fee statement rather than treating the start month as a deadline.

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International tuition

  • For two semesters beginning in Fall 2026, international tuition is CAD 19,167, plus CAD 2,214.72 in ancillary fees: CAD 21,381.72 total.
  • This is a two-semester estimate, not the full four-semester diploma cost.
  • Later terms, living expenses and required equipment need a separate budget.
  • The international application fee is CAD 125.

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Scholarships & funding

  • First-time international students starting in January 2027 may qualify for the two-year programme entrance award of CAD 3,000: CAD 2,000 in Year 1 and CAD 1,000 in Year 2.
  • Exclusions include second-programme applicants and recipients of certain other Centennial awards.
  • This published offer should not be assumed for September 2027.

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What can international students study at Centennial College?

Selected programme options include Software Engineering Technician (3408) — Ontario College Diploma, four semesters; hybrid delivery at Progress Campus. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for Centennial College?

An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or accepted equivalent. Required subjects are Grade 12 English and Grade 11 university/mixed-level mathematics or Grade 12 college/university mathematics, or accepted equivalents. International applicants provide secondary-school transcripts, their completion certificate and any required certified English translations. For this diploma, the standard language requirement is IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5, or PTE Academic 51 or higher. Qualifying previous English-medium education can meet the policy. Do not substitute the requirements for the separate fast-track version.

How much are international tuition fees at Centennial College?

For two semesters beginning in Fall 2026, international tuition is CAD 19,167, plus CAD 2,214.72 in ancillary fees: CAD 21,381.72 total. This is a two-semester estimate, not the full four-semester diploma cost. Later terms, living expenses and required equipment need a separate budget. The international application fee is CAD 125. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for Centennial College?

The reviewed programme and international application pages do not publish one fixed application closing date. Apply while the selected intake is available. Follow the acceptance-deposit and tuition dates in the individual offer and fee statement rather than treating the start month as a deadline. The programme currently lists international availability for January 2027, September 2027 and January 2028. Check the selected intake before applying; availability can change. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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No. Our team can help compare your academic profile with requirements, organise documents and explain application steps. Admission, funding and immigration decisions belong to the institution and responsible authorities.

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