Cloud Computing Degree
BAS in Applied Computing
Journey to a bachelor's degree as an Arizona Wildcat
Gartner says that more than half of all IT spending will shift to cloud computing by 20251 and end-user spending on public cloud services will reach nearly $500 billion in 2022.2 Gartner also lists cloud-native platforms as a top strategic technology critical to business in 2022.3 Payscale lists the average Cloud Solutions Engineer salary at $89,936 / year.4
The Cloud delivers servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence over the Internet providing businesses with innovative solutions, flexible resources, and economies of scale. The Cloud Computing emphasis equips you to build the cloud's technical infrastructure and will prepare you to jump into this exciting field and make an impact right away.
Our cloud computing degree focuses on the technical infrastructure related to virtualization and the leading cloud computing solutions, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. We also cover advanced security topics such as incident response, defense techniques, and penetration testing. Our program helps you quickly transition into a cloud computing career and lets employers know that you have the knowledge to tackle complicated infrastructure issues.
When you study at the College of Applied Science & Technology, a wealth of resources at the University of Arizona are available to support your talent and determination. You’ll earn the same degree as on-campus students. Same faculty. Same curriculum. Same accreditation. 100% online.
Research & Practice
Specialized labs used by students in the Cloud Computing emphasis.
Amazon Web Services
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most popular cloud computing provider with a 32% market share. Our cloud computing degree and certificate provide you with hands-on experience in AWS to position you ahead in a competitive job market.
Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Azure is the second-largest cloud computing provider with an 18% market share. Our cloud computing program provides you with hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure to position you ahead in a competitive job market.
MA{VR}X Lab
The Mixed Augmented ViRtual eXtended (Reality) Laboratory (referred to as the MAVRX Lab, pronounced mavericks) is space in which we drive innovation through alternative reality modalities and research.