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DSU is a place where innovation meets opportunity. We are a nationally recognized leader in technology-driven education, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. With hands-on learning experiences, expert faculty, and cutting-edge facilities, we prepare you for modern careers. Choose from a wide range of affordable, forward-thinking programs that allow you to shape your own path. Your future begins today.

Majors & Degrees

Software Development Certificate

Program the digital world

Credits

12

Start Terms

Fall

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Spring

Available

On Campus

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Online

Tuition

$8,956.50

estimated cost per semester

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With the rise of digital platforms, the demand for software developers is continually increasing. Grow your knowledge in theory and application, programming, coding, algorithm development, and more.  

Work on a wide variety of projects from devising applications to creating the underlying systems that run the devices or control networks on smartphones and tablets.

 

Prepare for the future

All courses in this certificate program meet either or core elective requirements for additional degrees. If you're interested in pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree, check out the following programs:  

Software development (AS)

Network & security administration (AS)

Computer science (BS)

Cyber operations (BS)

Network & security administration (BS)

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the certificate in software development, students will:

  • Be able to use the techniques, skills, and tools necessary for software development
  • Be able to participate in the entry-level development of a system, component, or process to meet desired needs