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Undergraduate Certificate in Software Development with an Application Development Specialization

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Learn how to build the apps of tomorrow with our application development program

Whether it’s enterprise software that keeps businesses running, immersive mobile games, or tools that support a smooth user interface, application developers create the software people rely on and use every day. In our Undergraduate Certificate in Software Development program with an Application Development Specialization, you’ll learn versatile programming skills, AI-driven solutions, and secure coding standards. You’ll also complete integrated, hands-on AI learning courses that introduce you to Python scripting, AI-assisted coding, prompt engineering, and no-code or low-code machine learning tools used by today’s developers.

Our career-aligned application development program explores these 3 pillars of the field, equipping you with the skills to design apps that are not only engaging and functional, but also scalable, secure, safe, and in line with real-world needs:

  • Develop broad programming skills and debugging knowledge that many industries rely on to create secure, stable, and intuitive software that drives business.

  • Tap into the power of AI and explore how to leverage emerging AI tools to support both the software development life cycle and business goals.

  • Get ready for tech certifications with a curriculum covering content from the CertNexus Cyber Secure Coding (SCS) certification.

  • Gain hands-on experience with C#, SQL, Java, and AI coding with Python — knowledge that forms the foundation of developer work across industries and products.

  • Further your academic future by applying your qualifying certificate credits to a Bachelor’s in Software Development program.1

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Start strong with our Undergraduate Certificate in Software Development

Our Undergraduate Certificate in Software Development program provides the skills you need to plan, build, test, and maintain the software systems organizations depend on for seamless operations. Explore the features that make this program a powerful step in paving your unique path:

  • Industry-aligned content: Learn from an intentionally designed curriculum that prepares you for professional certification exams like CompTIA AI Essentials, CompTIA Project+, and more.

  • Gain career-relevant skills: Integrate conceptual knowledge by using real-world technology tools like Unity, Linux, Python, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and more.

  • Kickstart your career potential: Earn your resume-boosting software development certificate in as little as 12 months on an accelerated schedule or 1 year and 4 months on a normal schedule.*

In addition to Application Development, we also offer other specializations, including Software Design and Engineering and a General Option.

 

*Minimum schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 12 credit hours a semester per 12-month period. Normal schedule assumes 2 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in 12 credit hours a semester per 12-month period.

Application development skills you’ll learn

With this specialization, you’ll learn foundational programming and debugging skills you can apply across industries and help achieve organizational goals by creating secure, AI-driven solutions.

General application programming

Develop foundational programming skills by learning C# — a key language used to develop websites, mobile apps, video games, and virtual reality environments.

Business application programming

Become fluent in the Java coding language and apply it practically through the creation of applications, systems, software, and more tools designed to meet business needs.

AI-supported development skills

Build practical AI skills through coursework that introduces tools like Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI technologies, Amazon SageMaker, Google AutoML, DataRobot, and N8N to support real-world development tasks.

Secure cyber coding

Gain an understanding of cyber security best practices when developing secure software applications. You’ll also use AI coding with Python to generate code and analyze security concerns across the software development life cycle.

Application Development Specialization overview:

Classes

12

Credits

36

Semesters

32

Choose application development courses that align with your goals, such as:
SIS320
Business Application Programming
SIS250
General Application Programming
SEC270
Secure Cyber Coding

Learn more about our Undergraduate Certificate in Software Development with an Application Development Specialization by exploring the program guide.

 

Application development careers

Specializing in application development provides you with a versatile set of technical skills that can apply to almost any sector. Here are some of the careers you may consider pursuing:

  • Entry-level business application developer

  • Entry-level web application developer

  • Junior QA software tester and analyst

  • Junior software programmer

  • Tier II software help desk technician

Earn credits that count

Develop and demonstrate practical skills while earning your undergraduate certificate, and when you’re ready, you can apply your qualifying credits1 toward our Bachelor’s in Software Development with an Application Development Specialization to keep building on your education one step at a time.

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1At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program at DeVry. Refer to the academic catalog for details.

23 semesters for full-time students, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours per semester; enrollment in additional credit hours may be needed in some semesters.

3Scholarships are available to those who apply and qualify. Click here for more information, including any requirements or restrictions. Students may participate in only one DeVry University-based scholarship, grant, or group tuition benefit program at a time. Those who qualify for more than one program will be presumed to accept the program with the highest reduction per session cost, unless the student confirms their desire to participate in a different program in writing prior to starting classes at DeVry. Scholarship and grant terms and eligibility conditions are subject to change.