Software Development - Apprenticeship Style

Program Overview

Software Development - Apprenticeship Style

About

The Software Development - Apprenticeship Style program prepares learners for related employment in the technology industry. Learners in the program will gain practical experience in the software development industry by working part-time in a company on real-industry projects while completing an accredited college diploma. Learners gain exposure to industry standards in planning, developing, and quality assurance testing. A structured approach to problem-solving, effective communications, and attention to development standards and documentation will be stressed throughout the program. Graduates will be ready for careers in full-stack web development, application development, mobile application development, database administration, and agile project management.

Admission Requirements

• Credit in English 30-1, or 65% in English 30-2, or equivalent
• Credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2, or equivalent

or

• Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admission and Placement Test

English Language Proficiency Requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, please review English language proficiency requirements.

Academic Upgrading

Enhance your previous education to meet the missing admissions requirements for one of the BVC programs.

Available Intakes

• September 2025
  • Domestic: Waitlist
  • International: Not Offered
• January 2026
  • Domestic: Not Offered
  • International: Not Offered

Tuition and Fees

Domestic Students

International Students

*All tuition and fees are subject to change. Program tuitions are estimates only. Your actual tuition and fees are calculated on actual course registrations and can be viewed under "Statement of Account" in MyBVC or by requesting a Statement of Account from Registrar Services.

Courses

Term 1

Term 2

Term 3

Term 4