Does Toronto Metropolitan University give transfer credit for IB Computer Science HL?
Toronto, ON
Yes, Transfer Credit Available!
Minimum Grade Required
Credit Granted
CPS 109 and CPS 209
💡Expert's Take
For IB Computer Science HL at a grade of 5 or higher, TMU's IB Higher Level transfer table lists named credit for CPS 109 and CPS 209, the two introductory programming courses (Computer Science I and Computer Science II), not generic elective credit.
That clears the prerequisite for the courses built directly on CPS 209, namely CPS 305 and CPS 393. It does not complete first year or open all of second year. Courses further along still carry prerequisites the IB award does not cover, for example CPS 420 (which adds MTH 110) and CPS 590 (which adds CPS 393).
What to watch for:
- The credit counts where your program needs it. TMU applies a granted transfer credit to your graduation requirements "if applicable to your program of study", so its value depends on whether your plan actually requires CPS 109 or CPS 209.
- CPS 209's prerequisite is CPS 109 or CPS 106, and CPS 109 carries an antirequisite with CPS 106. If you would rather take CPS 106 yourself, you can have the CPS 109 transfer credit removed by emailing tcredits@torontomu.ca.
- Do not drop or skip a TMU course before the award is confirmed. TMU says it does not recommend dropping a course before official transfer credit results are available, so check your Transfer Credit Report first.
- TMU's table lists only IB HL Computer Science. For the SL outcome, see the Computer Science SL page.
Official award line (IB Computer Science HL):
Minimum score: 5
Credit granted: CPS 109 and CPS 209 (two course-to-course transfer credits)
TMU advanced secondary school transfer credits, IB Higher Level table
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Your Potential Savings
Credits Earned
2
Tuition per Credit*
~$240
Est. Savings*
~$480
*Tuition rates are approximate and may vary by academic year, faculty, and program. Always verify with Toronto Metropolitan University's official sources before making decisions.
📊 Compare Computer Science HL at Other Universities
See how Computer Science HL transfer credits compare across Canadian universities. Click column headers to sort.
| University | Min Grade | Credit Granted | Est. Savings | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, NS | 5/7 | Computer Science 1100.03 + Computer Science 1101.0… | $2,052 | → | |
| Concordia UniversityMontreal, Quebec | 4/7 | 9 transfer credits toward the 120-credit Extended … | $1,620 | → | |
| University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, SK | 5/7 | CMPT Jr.6 = 6 credit units | $1,554 | → | |
| York UniversityToronto, ON | 5/7 | SC/EECS 1530 3.0 + SC/EECS 1*** 3.0 (6 credits) | $1,458 | → | |
| Western UniversityLondon, ON | 5/7 | Computer Science 1026A/B (0.5 cr) + Computer Scien… | $1,440 | → | |
| Simon Fraser UniversityBurnaby, BC | 5/7 | SFU CMPT 1XX (3); SFU CMPT 120 (3), Q/B-Sci | $1,398 | → | |
| University of AlbertaEdmonton, AB | 6/7 | CMPUT 174 (3 units) + CMPUT 175 (3 units) | $1,302 | → | |
| University of CalgaryCalgary, Alberta | 5/7 | CPSC 231 + 3 units junior Computer Science | $1,194 | → | |
| University of GuelphGuelph, ON | 5/7 | CIS 9110 (0.50 credits) | $720 | → | |
| University of WindsorWindsor, ON | 5/7 | COMP-1xxx (1st Year Computer Science Course) | $720 | → | |
| University of TorontoToronto, ON | 5/7 | CSC1**Y (1.0 credit) | $659 | → | |
| University of British ColumbiaVancouver, BC | 6/7 | CPSC_V 1st-year level (3 credits) | $621 | → | |
| McMaster UniversityHamilton, ON | 5/7 | 3 units of unspecified Level 1 Computer Science | $600 | → | |
| University of VictoriaVictoria, BC | 4/7 | CSC 110 (1.5 units) and CSC 115 (1.5 units) | $555 | → | |
| University of WaterlooWaterloo, ON | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → | |
| University of New BrunswickFredericton & Saint John, NB | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → | |
| University of OttawaOttawa, ON | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → |
Tip: Different provinces have different tuition rates. Use these comparisons to find the best value for your residency status.
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Data Disclaimer
This information is compiled from Toronto Metropolitan University official sources and verified community reports. It is NOT a substitute for official academic advising. Always confirm with your advisor before making decisions.
Last updated: June 2026
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