College Certificate - Software Systems Developer

The Software Systems Developer program features an accelerated, project-based learning environment to prepare students for a career as a full-stack web and/or mobile developer.

This 8-month program will provide students with a strong foundation in multiple emerging web and mobile application development tools and technologies. Students will acquire hands-on experience through lecture and lab exercises combined with applied knowledge through internal and industry projects.

Graduates of this certificate program may apply for acceptance into the BCIT Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems (additional prerequisites are required). Laddering into the Computer Systems Technology Diploma program is not an option.

The curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation in the following technologies to equip students for a job as a software developer:

• HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Angular, React, Vue
• SQL and NoSQL
• NodeJS
• .NET Core
• Amazon Web Services and Azure
• iOS with Swift
• Android with Kotlin
• React-Native and Flutter
• Integration with third-party hosting, security, API, and tooling providers

In addition to the technology curriculum, BCIT's instructors provide skills and practical experience with:

• Code collaboration and communication in a development team
• Working in an agile development environment
• Tips for managing LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and the application and interview process.