Bachelor of Science (BS), Coding: App Development

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Anderson University's Bachelor of Science in Coding: App Development equips students with a comprehensive programming base and a focus on mobile application design and development. The program emphasizes problem-solving, design, and marketing, preparing graduates for careers as app developers, software engineers, and other technology professionals. Students benefit from the university's Apple Distinguished School status and Digital Learning Initiative, which provides them with iPads and Apple Pencils to enhance their learning experience.

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Bachelor of Science (BS), Coding: App Development - Anderson University

Degree Overview:

• Focus: Coding for all platforms
• Objective: Enable students to become accomplished, successful app developers and cultivate intellectual growth and academic skills.
• Description: Comprehensive program providing a strong programming base with a focus on the design and development of mobile applications.
Courses cover:
• Basic and advanced coding
• Design
• Web development
• Marketing of applications
• The creative process behind problem solving
• Student Outcomes:
• Analyze complex computing problems and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement, and evaluate computing-based solutions to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• Write clear, well-commented code that considers scalability, usability, and computational efficiency in common programming languages.
• Communicate effectively in various professional contexts.
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team.
• Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
• Become disciplined self-teachers, practicing continuous learning to maintain and achieve professional and personal excellence.
• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles guided by a Christian world view.

Careers:

• Potential career paths: App developer, software developer, web developer, mobile developer, game developer, etc.
• Opportunities: Work in various industries, from technology startups to large corporations.
• Outcomes: Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their chosen careers.

Other:

• The program is 120 credit hours and takes four years to complete.
• Anderson University is a national leader in using technology to support and enhance teaching and learning, recognized as an Apple Distinguished School since 2014.
• Through the Digital Learning Initiative, all residential undergraduate and select graduate students are provided with an iPad Air and Apple Pencil to enhance their learning experience.