Bachelor of Science (BS), Coding: App Development

Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (BS), Coding: App Development

Program Overview

Focusing on coding for all platforms, this degree allows students to become accomplished and successful app developers while cultivating the intellectual growth and academic skills necessary to develop meaningful understanding and thoughtful appreciation of our world.

The Bachelor of Science in Coding: App Development is a comprehensive program designed to give students a strong programming base with a focus on the design and development of mobile applications. Courses in this program focus on understanding basic and advanced coding, design, web development, marketing of applications, and the creative process behind problem solving.

Program Objectives

Throughout this program, students will:

• 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 a variety of 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.

Program Details

• Total Credit Hours: 120
• Program Type: BS
• I-20 Approved: Yes
• I-17 Approved: No
• Program Director: Robert Reeves
• Class Format: Seated (Main Campus)
• Program Duration: 4 years (8 semesters)
• Start Date: Fall: August | Spring: January

Admission Requirements

• Previous Degree Required: No previous degree is required to enroll in this program.
• Transcript Required: Official high school or GED transcripts will need to be submitted as part of the application process for this program. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from their previous school.
• Additional Admission Requirements: Two essays (prompts) or official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores are required during the application process.
• Application Deadline: Anderson University has a rolling admission process (students are notified when they are accepted whenever that is during the year) but students are encouraged to apply by the following dates: December 1st for the best scholarship consideration and no later than July 1st to begin in the fall semester.

Career Outcomes

Salary estimates are sourced from Lightcast.

Related Programs

• Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Engineering (College of Engineering)
• Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication: Digital Media (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Bachelor of Science (BS), Coding: Game Development (College of Arts and Sciences)

Program Outline

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.