Software Development Degree
BAS in Applied Computing
Journey to a bachelor's degree as an Arizona Wildcat
The number of software development jobs will increase 22% over the next decade, compared to 11% for all other occupations combined. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics lists the medium software development salary at $110,140.1
Software Developers create, design, and build computer applications for desktop or mobile use or underlying systems that run devices or control networks. The Software Development emphasis will give you the skills to identify user needs, create various models and diagrams to help programmers code, test new software, and understand how each part of an application or system works together.
Our software development degree prepares you with a strong foundation in computer programming, web development, and application development. You learn the fundamentals of software development, including object-oriented and system programming, modern operating systems, mobile app development, web programming, and secure computing. The emphasis prepares you for various positions, including software and web developer, data engineer, mobile app developer, and data analyst.
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.
1 "Information Security Analysts," Occupational Outlook Handbook, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.