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Computer

Scientist
BY MANVEER GILL

What Is A Computer Scientist?

What do they do?

They solve computing problems

They develop new software

Help develop new algorithms

Research and run experiments to develop new software and


hardware in the world of computers

How Long Do They Work?

How long do they work?

They work around 40 hours a week

Hours are flexible

They can work overtime to fix various problems and issues

Some days there might not be much to do

How Much Money Do They Earn?

How much do they make?

The salary for a computer scientist can range from 50k a year to
around 130k a year

Seniority will allow you to earn more money

The starting salary is around 50-60k and as you gain experience you
can climb into the 100ks

Average salary is around 85k

Required High School Credits

What credits and certifications do you need?

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

Grade 12 English (ENG4U)

Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U)

Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U) -or- Grade 12


Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)

Three additional Grade 12 university-level or university/college-level


courses

Other computer courses such as Computer Science are


recommended, but not required

Type Of Education Required

What kind of education do you need?

Bachelors in Computer Science

You can go above and beyond and complete a Masters degree or a


Doctoral degree

Where Is This Education


Available?

Where can you get this education?

Ryerson University

University of Waterloo

York University

Seneca College

Sheridan College

Qualifications Earned Upon


Completion

What qualifications will you receive?

Youll be proficient in a variety of programming languages like C++


and Java

Bachelor in Science

Excellent teamwork and communication skills

If you continue your degree, you can gain other certifications like a
SQL Server certification

Possible Employers In The Peel


Region

Where can you work in the Peel region?

TD Bank

Rogers

CIBC

Scotiabank

iVedha

Merge Healthcare

Kubra

What Else Should I Know?

What else should I know?

The job market is going to continue to grow exponentially

The average salary will continue to grow

There are a wide array of sub-fields you can go into with your
Computer Science degree

Your work will require a lot of communication and it will mostly be


team based

Citations

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http://
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https://
core.myblueprint.ca/Students/Compare-Programs.aspx?id=P.22341&planId=12335
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http://www.ontariocolleges.ca/SearchResults/COMPUTERS-TELECOMMUNICATION
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https://
www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree/computer-scienc
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http://ca.indeed.com/Computer-Science-jobs-in-Peel,- ON

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