About Computer Systems Engineering

associate degree

The Associate Degree in Computer Systems Engineering enables learners to function in the constantly changing field of computer technology and electronic data processing. Learners will have hands-on experience with computer hardware, operating systems, network technology and basic programming.


Course Breakdown

Computer Systems Engineering takes 2 years to complete and rewards students with an Associate Degree.

Year One

Semester One

General Education Courses
  • Critical Reading & Writing I (4 Credits)
  • Algebra Essentials (4 Credits)
Programme Courses
  • Computer Architecture (3 Credits)
  • Electricity (3 Credits)
  • Digital Principles & Design I (3 Credits)

Semester Two

General Education Courses
  • Modern Language (3 Credits)
  • Speech, Self and Society (3 Credits)
  • Computer Literacy (3 Credits)
  • Ethics and Professional Development (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
  • Systems Application (3 Credits)

Year Two

Semester Three

Programme Courses
  • Computer Maintenance Practice I (4 Credits)
  • Programme Methodology (3 Credits)
  • Calculus I (4 Credits)
  • Electronics II (3 Credits)
  • Data Communication (4 Credits)

Semester Four

General Education Courses
  • Sustainable Development, Climate Change, Culture, and Innovation (3 Credits)
  • History/Heritage Course (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
  • Technical Project (4 Credits)
Specialization Courses (Group A)
  • Computer Programming (3 Credits)
  • Internet Applications (3 Credits)
  • Human Computer Interaction (3 Credits)
Specialization Courses (Group B)
  • Computer Maintenance Practice II (3 Credits)
  • Information Systems (3 Credits)
  • Computer Networking (3 Credits)

Entry Requirements

You can visit our Admissions Page to read our general entry requirements.

  1. Required passes (Grades 1, 2; or Grade 3 from June 1998) in Mathematics, English A, Physics, Information Technology.
  2. In addition, at least ONE of the following:
    • Electricity
    • Electrical & Electronics Technology
    • Chemistry

Fees & Tuition

Visit our Tuition page to download the fees of different programmes.

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Breakdown of Academic Fees
Fee Year One Year Two
Semester One Semester Two Semester One Semester Two
Tuition for Saint Lucian & OECS Students $ 1,055 $ 1,110 $ 1,080 per semester
Tuition for CARICOM Students $ 1,503 $ 1,558 $ 1,528 per semester
Tuition for International Students $ 3,201 $ 3,256 $ 3,226 per semester
Audit - $ 30
Registration $ 30
Students’ Council $ 12 - $ 12 -
Digital Technology $ 110
Insurance $ 18 - $ 18 -
ID Card $ 25 -
Total Cost of Academic Fees
Total Fees Year One Year Two
Semester One Semester Two Semester Three Semester Four
Saint Lucian Nationals & OECS Students $ 1,250 per semester
CARICOM Students $ 1,698 per semester
International Students $ 3,396 per semester