Student review [#80458] for Software Engineering Technician
at Conestoga College

I studied the Software Engineering Technician program at Conestoga College’s Doon Campus from 2017 to 2019, and it was a great experience. The program covered everything I needed to start a career in software, including hands-on courses in databases and software architecture, which were my favorites.
The professors really cared about helping students succeed. They were always there to answer questions and guide us when we needed extra help. One of the best parts was working on a capstone project in my final semester. I worked with one of my professors on a real-world project and got to present it at the end. It was a great experience and prepared me for working in the field.
The campus itself was nice, with lots of activities for students. As an international student, I felt supported and part of a welcoming community. The sports center was a great place to relax and stay active. After I graduated, the program moved to the new Waterloo campus, which I’ve heard has even better facilities.
Within a month of graduating, I got a job at a local software company, so I can say the program really helped me get where I am today. The only downside was that sometimes things like administration were a bit slow, but overall, I’d recommend Conestoga to anyone looking to start a career in software engineering.