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Diploma in Software Engineering Technician (Online)

Centennial College

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Diploma in Software Engineering Technician (Online) at Centennial College in Toronto, Canada is a diploma in Software Engineering programme. The programme runs for 4 semesters, delivered fully online. Tuition for international students is CAD 19,167 per year (CAD 2,775 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Software Engineering
Duration: 4 semesters
Delivery: Online
Local tuition: CAD 2,775 / year
International tuition: CAD 19,167 / year

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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Software Engineering Technician program provides a foundation in modern software development, teaching students to use AI-supported tools, automated workflows, and collaborative practices to design, build, test, and improve applications. The curriculum aligns with the first two years of Centennial's Software Engineering Technology advanced diploma, and students complete a capstone project in their final semester to build portfolio-ready applications. Classes are delivered online in a synchronous format at scheduled weekly times. The credential awarded is an Ontario College Diploma, completed over two years across four semesters. Admission requires an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, or mature-applicant status, Grade 12 College or University English, and Grade 11 or 12 College or University Mathematics, or passing results on Centennial's English Admission Test and Engineering Math Skills Assessment.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Entry requires an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, or mature-applicant status at 19 or older, plus Grade 12 English at the College (C) or University (U) level or equivalent, and Grade 11 Mathematics at the University/College (M) level or Grade 12 Mathematics at the College (C) or University (U) level, or a pass on Centennial's English Admission Test and Engineering Math Skills Assessment. English-language proficiency follows Centennial's institution-wide certificate/diploma scale: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 67 (Reading at least 16, Writing at least 23), PTE Academic 51 or above, CAEL 60 overall, or Duolingo 105–114.

Application Details

Start Date: January

About Centennial College

Type: College
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1966
Students: 34,000
Programs: 187
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Software Engineering Technician (Online) award?

Centennial College awards a Diploma in the field of Software Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Software Engineering Technician (Online) take?

The programme runs for 4 semesters.

How much does Diploma in Software Engineering Technician (Online) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 19,167 per year (CAD 2,775 per year for local students).

Can Diploma in Software Engineering Technician (Online) be studied online?

Yes — the programme is delivered fully online.

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