BSc. SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Join the digital revolution from the comfort of your home. Earn a Bachelor’s degree in Software Development online.
Course Start Date
Start the first of every month
100% International
Study at your own pace from anywhere in the world
Learning Format
Fully Online
Duration
3 Years / 6 Semesters
Tuition fee
Starting from 175 € per month

Start your online Bachelor in Software Development 

Course Overview

Software systems are an inseparable part of the today’s business and economic world, as well as everyday life. Regardless of its through smartphone apps, smart home devices or complex online databases, software developers and the work that they do have a profound effect on the world.

The topics covered in the Bachelor’s programme in Software Development include many of the elements and skills that the World Economic Forum has declared will determine the future: virtual reality, artificial intelligence and cloud programming .

Develop strong foundations for starting your career as a software developer, from statistical and mathematical knowledge to programming language fluency – and do it all 100% online.

CURRICULUM

Software Engineering Principles 

 

Introduction to Academic Work      

 

Requirements Engineering  

 

Specification    

 

Object-oriented Programming with Java 

 

Database Modelling and Database Systems

Data Structures and Java Class Library

 

Collaborative Work 

 

Web Application Development

 

Algorithms, Data Structures, and Programming Languages

 

Software Quality Assurance

 

IT Architecture Management

Programming Information Systems with Java EE

 

Ethics and Sustainability in IT 

 

IT Project Management

 

Techniques and methods for agile software development

 

Mobile Software Engineering I

 

Seminar: Software Engineering

Mobile Software Engineering II

 

IT Infrastructure

 

IT-Service Management                 

 

Project: Mobile Software Engineering

 

Cloud Programming

 

Introduction to Data Protection and IT Security

 

DevOps and Continuous Delivery

 

User Interface Design and Ergonomics

 

Introduction to Programming with Python        

 

Project: Software Development

 

Elective A

 

Elective B

 

Elective C

 

Bachelor Thesis and Colloquium 

 

Elective A

In your 5th semester, you’ll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:

Module

ECTS credits

Mathematics Basics

10

Mathematics: Linear Algebra and Analysis

10

Statistics Basics

10

Data Science and object-oriented programming with Python

10

Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

10

Robotics and Production Engineering

10

International Management and Leadership

10

International Marketing and Branding

10

Applied Sales

10

Supply Chain Management

10

 

Elective B

In your 6th semester, you’ll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:

Module

ECTS credits

Mathematics Basics

10

Mathematics: Linear Algebra and Analysis

10

Statistics Basics

10

Data Science and object-oriented programming with Python

10

Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

10

Robotics and Production Engineering

10

International Management and Leadership

10

International Marketing and Branding

10

Applied Sales

10

Supply Chain Management

10

 

Elective C

In your 6th semester, you’ll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:

Module

ECTS credits

Business Intelligence

10

Smart Devices

10

Smart Factory

10

Smart Mobility

10

Smart Services

10

IT Security Consulting

10

Business Consulting

10

Augmented, Mixed and Virtual Reality

10

Digital Business

10

Infrastructure and Operations

10

Data Engineer

10

User Experience

10

AI Specialist

10

Career Development

10

Microsoft ERP- Dynamics 365 Business Central – Functional Consultant

10

SAP – SAP S/4HANA Business Process Integration – Application Associate

10

Mastering Prompts

KEY FEATURES

WES Recognized -

Canada and America System

Language of Instruction

English

Accreditation

Accredited in line with German and European standards

Mode of Teaching

Online

Degree Awarded

Earn the same IU Degree as awarded On-Campus

Assistance

Job Assistance program to land you your dream job

Alumni Status

Alumni status from IU

Work Permit

18-month post-study work visa

Employment

94% success rate in employment

Country

Germany

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ADMISSION DETAILS

APPLICATION PROCESS WITH LEXTORAH

The application process takes 14 working days and it consists of four simple steps. An offer of admission will be made to the selected candidates and accepted by the candidates by paying the admission fee.

Step 1

Submit Application

Step 2

Application Review

Step 3

Telephonic Discussion

Step 4

Admission Completed

LEXTORAH ADVANTAGE

Scholarship

Get up to 85% in scholarships when you apply through Lextorah

Free Course

Free German language course

Job Assistance

Get premium access to latest and relevant opportunities on top job platform.

Visa Assistance

Visa Assistance to take care from Application to Interview

Free Trial for Fully Online

30 day trial period to decide if the course is ideal for you or switch to another course

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The IU Software Development online Bachelor’s prepares you for the future of industry with a combination of relevant business studies, expert knowledge of industrial engineering and IT expertise that will allow you to understand and optimise processes for industrial companies everywhere.

The content will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the program comprises live lectures or hangout sessions dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. In the final semester of the course, you will be writing a Thesis and participate in Colloquium.

The online program schedule is designed to ensure that you can successfully study alongside your job. Devoting 12-15 hours every week should be enough to graduate from the program. However, the more time you devote, the greater will be your learning from the program. 

Post successful completion of the course, you will get a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering & Management  (180 ECTS) Degree from IU, Germany.

Typically you can pursue a B.Eng in industrial engineering and management after completing your 12th. At IU, we welcome international students to take advantage of our bachelors programs, and an  industrial engineering  degree opens you up to opportunities in a variety of industries! With IU, you can also complete your B.Eng. in Industrial Engineering & Management online so you can pursue the degree no matter where you are located!

Germany has the lowest unemployment rate across Europe of 5%. As per German industry bodies.

As a student, you can work 20 hours per week or 120 full days part-time during the year. Typical wage in Germany is around 10 Euros per hour.

If you want move to Germany for your studies, you need to prove you have sufficient financial resources to support yourself in Germany, you have to deposit 11,208 Euro in a blocked German bank account before you apply for Visa. This amount can be withdrawn once you reach Germany to support your monthly expenses. Your actual expenses may vary depending on your lifestyle in Germany.

Germany allows for the application of up to 18 months of a post-study work visa after completing a degree from Germany.

IU( International University of Applied Science) Germany was established in 1998 and as the name suggest, it’s a university of applied sciences. They have 17 campuses in Germany with 40 examination centres. International students can opt for either the Berlin campus or the Bad Honnef campus.

IU Germany prides itself on small class sizes. The typical class size at IU Germany is 30 students. IU also has a well-established career centre that helps students in getting jobs. 94% of IU graduates receive a job offers within 6 months of completion of the course.

Online:
We guarantee IU online students maximum flexibility, so you can choose your own starting date in your application. IU has multiple intakes per year, you can apply at any time.
On-Campus: IU on-campus programs have fixed starting times. See the course pages for more.

Click the Apply Now button on the course page and fill out the form. Our Admissions Counselor will get in touch as soon as possible. 

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