The Technology Leadership Focus combines the development of applied Computer Science skills with an exploration of the core aspects of leadership within the context of the technology sector.
Students who complete the Technology Leadership Focus will be well-prepared to step into leadership roles and navigate the complexities of the tech industry.
To enrol in the Technology Leadership Focus, you must meet eligibility requirements, apply and be admitted, as detailed in "Enrolment Requirements."
To be admitted to the Technology Leadership Focus, you must:
- Have not yet completed CSC207H1 prior to beginning Focus requirements.
- Complete an application and/or interview. Application information will be provided to all Computer Science Specialist and Major and Data Science Specialist program applicants during the Round 1 program admission period.
- Students who complete the Technology Leadership Focus application and/or interview and are admitted to a Computer Science Specialist or Major or Data Science Specialist program will be considered for admission to the Focus.
Students admitted to the Focus will be enrolled in an industry-engaged version of CSC207H1 in the Fall term. This industry-engaged version of CSC207H1 is a required component of the Focus, and is a prerequisite to CSC308H1.
- Industry-engaged version of CSC207H1: Software Design
- CSC308H1: Technology Leadership
- 0.5 credits from CSC301H1, CSC302H1, CSC309H1, CSC318H1, and CSC343H1
- 1.0 credits including:
Additionally, participating students will be invited to participate in co-curricular community-building and networking activities. These co-curricular activities will provide opportunities for students to meet leaders in the field and to reflect on their own leadership development.
