Computer Programmer Analyst at Fanshawe College

There is no more valued, in-demand or dynamic career these days than one in IT. If you've got a passion for coding and computers, and you're ready to develop the skills to land your dream job, Fanshawe's Computer Programmer Analyst program is the right fit for you.

You'll begin your journey by focusing on fundamental IT topics. As you progress through the IT programs, you'll develop the in-depth and specialized computer knowledge employers are looking for. 

What you learn from our IT courses 

• Object-oriented development in both Windows and Linux-based client/server systems;

• Software development;
• Client/server web development (both .NET and J2EE);
• Database development (MSSQL and Oracle) and;
• Code level graphics, animation and simulation with C++ and DirectX.

Plus, Fanshawe is one of only three colleges with SharcNet - a super-fast supercomputer that you'll get your hands on in your second and third year.

These days, you need more than computer skills to make you career mark. You'll also have the opportunity to develop your communication and interpersonal skills by completing a paid co-op work placement in your final semester to help you gain hands-on experience with real people in real situations.

Features and benefits of our IT program:

• Earn while you learn - 12 months of paid co-op allows students to make employer contacts, gain work experience and apply their knowledge in a real IT business setting;

• Beyond Fanshawe - graduates may choose to pursue the completion of a degree with universities both locally and internationally. If you prefer specialized training, consider one of Fanshawe's own IT post-graduate certificate programs.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can expect to obtain software construction positions in the following development areas: corporate software, financial, web, business, entertainment and gaming, simulations, medical imaging, programming control systems, commercial applications, network software, Linux and Windows development. As a programmer, database developer, software architect or business analyst, you will have many exciting opportunities in any field that uses computers as a business or research tool.