The bachelor’s degree in software development prepares students with the programming and development skills they need for a career in software development with particular emphasis in web development.

This degree is developed and granted by BYU-Idaho, with support and resources coming from BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

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Looking Ahead

Potential Employment

Software architect
Software engineer
Security software developer
Computer systems analyst
Web programmer
Full-stack developer
Network administrator

Bachelor of Applied Science of Software Development

Program requirements

Software Development Path

Steps to your Bachelor's Degree in Software Development

Certificate

Web Computer Programming
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General education courses
Certificate

Web Development
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General education courses
Certificate

Software Development
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General education courses

General Education Courses (26 credits)

Associate Degree General Courses (11 credits)

Course Code	Course Name	# of Credits
GE 103	Online University Success x GE 103 \| Online University Success This class is parallel to PC 103 that is taken by PathwayConnect students. This course will be taken by online-only students that matriculate to BYU-I without having completed PathwayConnect. In this course, learners will discover and strengthen the skills they need for success as an online student. View Course Details ►	1
GS170	Career Development x GS 170 \| Career Development In this course, students develop resources, professional connections and essential employability skills to obtain or improve employment in a field related to their university certificate. Students will network and apply for job opportunities in their industry. View Course Details ►	1
MATH 108X	Math for the Real World x MATH 108X \| Math for the Real World This course prepares students to understand, analyze, and solve real-life problems that require quantitative reasoning. Topics include the meaning of probabilities, how to read, critique, and apply statistical information found in news reports, public policy debates, consumer reports, and other daily life and professional situations. View Course Details ►	3
WRIT 101	Writing in Professional Contexts x WRIT 101 \| Writing in Professional Contexts During the course, students will produce professional email correspondence, meeting and presentation materials, and research-based reports to better prepare for the demands of business careers that require significant time reading, drafting, and revising written communication. View Course Details ►	3
BUS 301	Advanced Writing in Professional Contexts x BUS 301 \| Advanced Writing in Professional Contexts Introduces the fundamentals of rhetorical principles and writing practices using a number of typical business situations. During the course, students will produce effective business letters, memos, reports, and employment packages — some of which will be created independently and some of which will involve collaborative efforts. View Course Details ►	3

Bachelor's Degree General Courses (15 credits)

Course Code	Course Name	# of Credits
FCS 160	Family Leadership and Resource Management x FCS 160 \| Family Leadership and Resource Management This course examines the basic, timeless concepts underlying the field of management including values, goal-setting, decision-making, resources, and planning as it relates to the home and family. View Course Details ►	3
GESCI 110	Sustaining Human Life x GESCI 110 \| Sustaining Human Life Students will investigate the challenges and opportunities involved with creating a sustainable food supply, promoting healthy lifestyles, and providing health care for everyone. View Course Details ►	3
HUM 110	Discovery and Discernment Through the Arts x HUM 110 \| Discovery and Discernment Through the Arts This course introduces students to the basic elements of creation in theatre, the visual arts, music, literature and film. The class also presents principles of interpretation to find meaning in the arts and promotes discovery of that which is virtuous, lovely, good report or praiseworthy in the humanities. View Course Details ►	3
PUBH 132	Personal Health and Wellness x PUBH 132 \| Personal Health and Wellness This course is designed to give students knowledge and tools to live a life of optimal wellness. Students will learn how wellness is a compilation of positive choices throughout the day that leads to a life of balance. View Course Details ►	3
PEACE 101	Conflict and Peace x PEACE 101 \| Conflict and Peace This class introduces core theories and practices related to conflict and peace. It explores key principles, tensions, and dynamics that are fundamental to conflict and teaches students how to engage conflict in collaborative problem-solving ways. View Course Details ►	3

Additional Required Courses (6 credits)

Course Code	Course Name	# of Credits
BUS 321	Organizational Leadership x BUS 321 \| Organizational Leadership This course incorporates organizational effectiveness at three levels: individual, group, and organizations. Students will examine these areas: motivation, team, group behavior, organizational design, structure, culture, communication, leadership, decision making, and managing change. View Course Details ►	3
CSE 499	Senior Project x CSE 499 \| Senior Project In this course, students will gain experience with directed individual or group research and study of a topic in computer science not covered by the curriculum. Students will demonstrate their ability to learn and apply new material by completing a significant project. View Course Details ►	3

Religion Courses (14 free credits)

Religion Cornerstone Courses

Course Code	Course Name	# of Credits
REL 200A	The Eternal Family A	1
REL 200B	The Eternal Family B	1
REL 225A	Foundations of the Restoration A	1
REL 225B	Foundations of the Restoration B	1
REL 250A	Jesus Christ and the Everlasting Gospel A	1
REL 250B	Jesus Christ and the Everlasting Gospel B	1
REL 275A	Teachings and Doctrine of the Book of Mormon A	1
REL 275B	Teachings and Doctrine of the Book of Mormon B	1

Religion Elective Courses

Course Code	Course Name	# of Credits
REL 280A	Answering My Gospel Questions A	1
REL 280B	Answering My Gospel Questions B	1
REL 290A	The Divine Gift of Forgiveness A	1
REL 290B	The Divine Gift of Forgiveness B	1
REL 333A	Teachings of the Living Prophets A	1
REL 333B	Teachings of the Living Prophets B	1

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Why choose this degree?

Due to the increasing demand for new and user-friendly applications across all digital platforms, the software development field is growing rapidly. This degree prepares students to learn and apply software development principles and systematic methods to be successful in the information technology sector. Upon completion, you'll be prepared to seek employment in programming, software development, computer science, and web development at large multinational organizations or even local startup companies.

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Essential Knowledge and Skills

Outcomes

Develop software to accomplish meaningful tasks in a variety of domains and in a variety of languages and platforms.
Develop dynamic, data-driven applications that are visually appealing and follow industry standards.
Contribute to various phases of the software lifecycle including planning, design, development, and testing.
Systematically evaluate the pros and cons of alternative solutions.
Independently learn and apply new technologies, languages, and platforms.
Demonstrate the traits of an effective team member.
Demonstrate effective skills related to getting a job as a software developer.