Work Integrated Learning (WIL) – Final Term
The final term of the program features a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience that allows students to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. This term occurs after students have successfully completed the first three academic terms of the program.
Students may complete their WIL term through one of the following options:
Co-operative Education (Co-op)
Co-operative Education integrates related on-the-job experience with academic learning through a paid work term (15 weeks). The employer, student, and College work together to extend learning beyond the classroom and into a professional work environment. Co-op positions are limited and are assigned through a competitive process each term. A Co-op tuition fee is charged to students registered in a Co-op work term to cover work placement development, pre-employment preparation, and employment monitoring.
Industry Project – ACE Project Space
Students may complete their WIL requirement through an industry project in the ACE Project Space, where they work in multidisciplinary teams to develop a real-world technology solution proposed by an industry partner. Projects may involve building applications for small businesses or non-profit organizations or collaborating with an Entrepreneur-in-Residence to support startup development. Students work in cross-functional teams using Agile project management practices, working closely with project stakeholders and meeting defined deliverables and deadlines. A tuition fee is charged to students registered in an industry project term.
