Congratulations on your acceptance to Queen鈥檚! Now it is time to explore what Queen鈥檚 Computing, the Faculty of Arts and Science, and Kingston has to offer so you can determine if Queen鈥檚 is the right fit for you.
In Queen鈥檚 Computing, you have options. The school offers a diverse array of specialized programs such as Software Design and Game Development, Computing and the Creative Arts, Data Analytics, Cognitive Science, Biomedical Computing, Computer Science, and Computing and Mathematics.鈥疉s a Queen鈥檚 Computing student you鈥檒l also:
- work on cutting-edge research projects in one of our .
- gain work experience through our 12-16 month paid
- participate in or attend numerous annual hackathons, conferences, workshops, and networking events such as and .
- present your course projects to the public at the School of Computing's Annual .
- combine your computing courses with courses in multiple disciplines within the . Our programs have up to 48 elective units that can be used towards a minor.
- get involved in our computing student-led organizations and clubs such as , , or help to organize our unique computing students鈥 .
- live in one of the greatest university towns in the world, as named by the BBC.
Succeed at Queen's
The School of Computing offers you innovative learning, advanced technological resources, professional internship opportunities, and a supportive community.
Academic success
- Participate in Summer Orientation to Academics and Resources (SOAR) before you enter first year to help prepare you for new academic expectations, address questions or concerns about university life, and introduce you to resources and support services.
- Have access to endless self-serve academic tools and resources.
- Be supported by our people 鈥 from academic and peer advising, student wellness, career services, and more 鈥 we ensure your success while at Queen鈥檚.
- Successfully graduate! Queen's graduate rate is 89.5% - number 1 amongst Canadian universities (Maclean's 2018 Rankings).
Career success
- Queen's Computing graduates rank among the best in Canada.
- Our graduates are able to find opportunities that suit them, whether that be furthering their research through graduate studies, developing their career in one of the leading IT companies around the world, or striking off on their own and developing an entrepreneurial opportunity.
- Alumni career services support offered year-round.
- Access to internships during your undergrad to test-drive a career and gain experience before graduation.
- Job search advising for International Students.
- Access to a large and connected community of Arts and Science alumni spanning across the globe.
A Glimpse into First Year
Your first-year experience will be completely unique to you. You will have the opportunity to pick your own classes, join clubs, participate in sports, meet new people, and explore what area of computing you're passionate about.
- Live in a residence building on-campus, or live off-campus in beautiful Kingston 鈥 no matter where you live, you鈥檒l have the chance to feel connected to campus, students, and the city.
- Pick from over 1,100 student volunteer and leadership positions, and roughly 300 student-run clubs to get involved in the Queen鈥檚 community.
- Be part of a community of people who are intelligent, critical thinkers, who are passionate about learning and expanding their horizons
Life in Kingston
Students describe Kingston as both 鈥渜uaint鈥 and 鈥渆clectic." Rated by the BBC as one of the best university towns in the world, Kingston is big enough to provide all the conveniences of modern life, and small enough for students, staff, and faculty to feel instantly comfortable and at home.
Queen's Computing Programs
Explore the unique programs that are offered in Queen鈥檚 Computing and discover your true passion.鈥