Program Description
According to the Information and Communication Technology Council of Canada (ICTC), full stack web developer is the fourth most in-demand digital job in Alberta, with an annual growth projected at 46%.
Software development involves more than coding. Solid foundations in time-tracking, project planning, user experience, communication, and quality assurance help you build awesome programs and responsive websites on-time and on-budget.
Develop skills essential to any development career as you learn about both the front and the back end of website development (choice of either C# or Python stream) in this part-time, fully online diploma program offered as a partnership between Continuing Education and the University of Alberta’s Technology Training Centre (TTC).
Work through practical solutions in real-time with practicing professionals, interacting with the experienced TTC team of instructors through live online classes. Get one-on-one “homework help” for your projects and assignments: our instructors are always ready for you to reach out when you need help to find that bug that has been eluding you.
Is This Program Right For You?
Aimed at learners looking to get into the field of web development, stay relevant in a current position, change careers, upskill, or develop new skills, this program will be particularly relevant to those wanting to learn programming, build software, and create websites, as well as computer programmers, business and agency owners, entrepreneurs, managers and team leads who work with developers, and technology startups.
Whether you are new to the field or have an existing background in web development, you will benefit from learning directly from industry leaders about current approaches and tools, as well as keeping up-to-date with the most recent trends.
Looking for more information about the Web Development program’s scope, logistics, and career insights? Take a look at our FAQ.
What will I receive?
Upon completion of all program requirements, you will receive a Full-Stack Web Development Diploma.
Cost
- The approximate cost of this Certificate will depend on the number and type of elective courses taken.
- Course Fees range from $545 to $1,145 CAD.
- Pay as you go - students pay on a course-by-course basis as they register. You do not need to pay the entire program fee at once.
- An application fee of $100 is required for admission into the program.
- Courses are GST-exempt.
- Some courses may require additional resources such as textbooks. This information can be found in the course section details.
Program Details
This program is comprised of three components:
- One set of front-end core courses;
- One of two different streams of back-end coding (C# or Python); and
- A complementary set of electives.
The diploma requirements consist of 10 core courses (276 hours) + 6 required stream courses (200 hours) + minimum 80 hours of electives. Courses are a variety of lengths but combine to a minimum total of 556 hours. This program is designed for part-time study and can generally be completed within two to three years.
You can take whichever stream you choose, but you must complete all courses in your chosen stream to graduate with the diploma. Courses from the other stream may be taken as electives.
Course Information
- Students have the flexibility to schedule courses around their availability. Typically students complete 1-3 courses per term based on the course length.
- Courses are graded with assessments. This might include quizzes, exams, discussion forums, papers, and presentations.
- Courses are offered online synchronously and/or asynchronously. Please check the course section for details. Further details on delivery formats can be found here.
- Course materials are shared in eClass. Some courses may require additional resources, such as textbooks. This information can be found in the course section details.
Your Instructors
- Our instructors are not just educators; they are industry experts, adult learning specialists, and professionals deeply connected to the pulse of their respective fields.
How to Apply
- We are open to students with a variety of educational and professional backgrounds. Our expectation is that you have a commitment to learn and achieve your continuing education goals.
- To apply, download the Application for Program Admission.
- The admission fee is $100.
- Individual courses are open for general studies and may be completed without being admitted into a program .
- Programs change occasionally, so we recommend applying for admission early. Once admitted, your requirements to complete the program are locked in. You can be confident that completed and eligible courses will continue to apply to your program.
How to Apply for your Credential
- Students can verify their program requirements and progress by logging into the University of Alberta’s student portal, Bear Tracks, to view your Academic Advisement.
- A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 is required to graduate.
- To qualify for program completion, you must submit a request to obtain your credential.
- For a breakdown of details and how to qualify, visit the program completion page.
- Upon completing this credential, you are eligible to become a University of Alberta Associate Alumni.
Transferability
- The courses in this program are also transferable to the User Experience / User Interface (UX/UI) Design Certificate. You’ll be able to get credit for requirements that cross both programs. Courses can be taken for the two programs simultaneously, making it possible to complete both at a faster pace.
- To learn about transferability from other institutions, see our Transfer Credit information.
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International Students
- International Students are welcome to enroll in our courses, with the only requirement being a stable internet connection. There are no differential course fees for international students completing courses in this program.
- Students are responsible for ensuring that they are proficient in English so that they can fully participate in classes.
- Please note that non-credit programming does not qualify for a study permit, therefore this program cannot be used for immigration to Canada. Foreign nationals authorized to work in Canada who are prohibited from engaging in studies as a condition of their work permit are allowed to engage in distance learning courses. For more information please contact University of Alberta International Student Services.
Further information can be found on withdrawals, refunds+ transfers, assessment and grading, Program Admission
Support Services
- Student Service Centre - for payment and registration inquiries
- Program Office - for course/program inquiries
- eClass support
- IT assistance
- Learning remotely
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