Chitkara University, York University partner to launch 2+2 computer science pathway

Chitkara University has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with York University, Toronto, to launch a 2+2 computer science pathway for Indian students.

Under the new pathway, students will complete the first two years of the Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science at Chitkara University. They will then transfer their credits to York University’s Lassonde School of Engineering to complete the final two years of the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in computer science. The first cohort is expected to start at York in September 2028.

The MoU signing ceremony, held at Chitkara University, formalised a long-term alliance between the two institutions. The agreement was signed by Dr Rhonda Lenton, president and VC of York University, and Dr Madhu Chitkara, Pro-Chancellor of Chitkara University.

The partnership provides enhanced opportunities for academic mobility, scholarships, housing support, and paid co-op or internship placements.

“This partnership emphasises quality and preparedness. Students will prove themselves in the first two years, learn through a Canadian-style applied curriculum close to home, and then transfer with confidence to Toronto,” said Dr Madhu Chitkara, in a press release.