Master’s Concentration

Software Development and Programming: Master’s Degree

Build high-performing web-based software and apps. Acquire in-demand skills in full-stack development to design and program highly effective, secure software. Gain skills like:

Mastering full-stack development processes and methodologies
Assessing the role of frameworks in software design and development
Designing applications using object-oriented methodologies, models, and design patterns
Generating software code in languages such as Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, and PHP

Earn a graduate degree and certificate at the same time.

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At a Glance

Classes Begin
January 6

Term Length
10 Weeks

Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour

Format
Evening or Online

Admission
No GRE or GMAT

Time
As few as 18 months

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U.S. News & World Report Rankings

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Skills You’ll Learn

Assess the role of frameworks in software design and development to lay the groundwork for full-stack development

Design applications using object-oriented methodologies, models, and design patterns

Generate software code in languages such as Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, and PHP using current integrated development environments

Curriculum

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Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Software Design and Programming requires completion of 48 credit hours (12 courses).

4

Core Courses

4

Concentration
Courses

4

Elective Courses

Core Courses

Learn the scope of activity, historical development,
and future direction of the industry. These courses
provide a foundation that you'll draw on throughout
your concentration and elective courses. The capstone
serves as the culminating academic experience in
which you'll explore a problem of practice in your field
of study.

ICT 4000	Business Essentials for Technology Leaders
ICT 4001	Technology Leadership
ICT 4005	Technical Essentials
And choose one of the following:
ICT 4901	Capstone Project
OR
ICT 4902	Capstone Seminar

Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

ICT 4300	Web Enabled Information Systems
ICT 4305	Object-Oriented Methods and Programming I
ICT 4310	Distributed Computing
ICT 4315	Object-Oriented Methods and Programming II

Elective Courses

Popular electives for students in the Information Technology program include:

ICT 4007	Creative Problem Solving and Programming Concepts
ICT 4010	Enterprise Architecture
ICT 4100	Principles of Project Management
ICT 4200	Cybersecurity Foundations
COMM 4306	UX Strategies and Methods
ICT 4361	Java Programming
ICT 4370	Python Programming
ICT 4375	Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, and Web3 Foundations
ICT 4400	Database Administration
ICT 4405	Database Design and Implementation
ICT 4505	Website Design and Management
ICT 4510	Advanced Website Design and Management
ICT 4515	Usability Design For Websites
ICT 4540	Data in Web Application Development
ICT 4570	Web Scripting with JavaScript
ICT 4580	Cross-Platform Mobile Application Development
ICT4605	Principles of Information Security
ICT 4680	Principles of Cryptography
ICT 4695	Application Security
ICT 4985	Industry Innovation Project
ICT 4700	AI Concepts, Capabilities, and Tools
ICT 4705	AI Ethics, Policy, & Governance

Elective courses may be chosen from among non-core and concentration courses in the academic program, and you may also select courses in other University College graduate programs. Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals.

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Sample Schedule

Plan out your schedule and determine your preferred timeline for completing your master's degree—finish in as few as 18 months or take up to five years.

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Cybersecurity Foundations in Application Security

Badge Requirements

Complete the following two courses with a grade of A− or above:

ICT 4200	Cybersecurity Foundations
ICT 4695	Application Security

Cybersecurity Foundations in Database Security

Badge Requirements

Complete the following two courses with a grade of A− or above:

ICT 4200	Cybersecurity Foundations
ICT 4430	Database Security

AI Literacy, Ethics, and
Governance

Badge Requirements

Complete the following two courses with a grade of A− or above:

ICT 4700	AI Concepts, Capabilities and Tools
ICT 4705	AI Ethics, Policy and Governance

Take a Course Before You Apply

We know how important it is to get started when you’re ready and that’s why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.

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Career Outcomes

Predicted outcomes for graduates of Software Design and Programming

Job growth for software developers is expected to grow much faster than the national average over the next decade. Growth in the software development field is projected to be around 22% through 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The healthcare industry may see a higher demand for software developers as insurance and reinsurance carriers will need innovative software to manage new healthcare policy enrollments and administer existing policies.

Job Titles

Programmer

Senior Software Design Engineer

Programming Manager

Software Integrator

Software Design Architect

Software Developer

Programming Specialist

Software Development Manager

Software Developers Salary: National Average

$101,790

(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

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“That master’s degree had been on my bucket list for more than 20 years and I just started thinking now’s the time, I’m not going to procrastinate anymore!” —Carolyn Hinkley, graduate.

Flexible Online Classes

We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.

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Advisory Board

Our programs are developed and updated with the input of advisory boards composed of industry leaders and employers. This ensures that you'll learn what employers are looking for, and gain the most current information with a view to future industry trends, connecting you to future success.

Timothy Bradsby

Portfolio Manager,
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies

Don Halloran

Founder & CEO,
Waypoint Group

Mark Merkow

Senior Security Engineer,
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.

Darl Kuhn

Solutions Architect,
RMCI

Nathan Braun

Educational Consultant & Adjunct Faculty, University of Denver, University College

Mike Prasad

Architect/Engineer,
State of Colorado

Glenn Ware

Director Corporate Systems,
Xcel Energy

Amber Cardillo

Sr. Director Americas Telco,
VMWare

Accreditation

Higher Learning Commission

University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.

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Colorado Technology Association

The Colorado Technology Association represents technology leaders, professionals, companies, IT departments, government and legislative leaders, and industry advisors. CTA provides members with community, insight, connections and advocacy. Our industry development work spans public policy to education to leadership.

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