In this episode of In Query, we discuss the Business and Computer Science Double Degree program at the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University with Shi Han Qin.

Shi Han is currently a second-year Business and Computer Science student at the University of Waterloo. Currently, she is looking for a job to complete her internship next term in January. 

---

This episode is the sixth in our #TechAfterHighSchool focus series. Each episode in this 8 episode series will showcase a different tech program in a Canadian university. Make sure to follow us to stay in the loop!

IG @projecttechconferences

LinkedIn @ Project Tech Conferences

Waterloo Applications dates https://uwaterloo.ca/future-students/applicants/important-dates

CS/BBA at Waterloo https://uwaterloo.ca/future-students/programs/business-administration-computer-science-double-degree

CS/BBA at Laurier https://www.wlu.ca/programs/business-and-economics/undergraduate/business-bba-and-computer-science-bsc/index.html

--

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro & Background

University Degree

2:35 - Could you tell us more about your program?

4:28 - Why did you choose this program?

5:44 - Is your coursework already established?

6:47 - What classes you had to take in your first year?

7:22 - Which classes did you find the most challenging?

8:54 - Since you are at the University of Waterloo and Wilfred Laurier, do you have two university portals to choose your courses from?

10:11 - What would you say are the pros and cons of a double degree?

Application Process

12:59 - What are some requirements for the application?

14:57 - Did you have to write any essays for the application?

15:21 - What are the grades to have a competitive application?

16:16 -  Would you say extracurriculars are also important?

16:42 - Would you have any advice for students who are interested in applying for this program?

17:26 - How have you found your experience at Waterloo and Laurier?

Experience attending Waterloo and Laurier

18:36 - What would the daily life of a student on res look like?

20:21 - Were you a part of any clubs at Waterloo?

22:30 - How would you describe the academic portion of your program?

Co-op Program

24:30 - How has your experience been with finding coops through your program?

27:27 - Do you feel supported by Waterloo and did it help you find your summer jobs?

28:58 - What sort of co-op experiences have you had in the past?

30:50 - Where do the graduates from your program typically head?

31:36 - Where are you headed after graduation?

32:07 - For your upcoming co-op, do you have any ideas of what you would like to try out?

33:16 - Do you think you still have the opportunity to go into business and tech?

34:14 - Outro & Final advice