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Bachelor Software Development (B.Sc.)

Your bachelor's degree in software development will provide you with technology expertise that will enable you to pursue a successful career as a programmer in the digitalised world. 


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Develop your future. Study Software Development.

In times of digital growth, the need for skilled programmers is higher than ever, and with your Bachelor's degree in Software Development you have good career prospects. Your studies at the IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU) provides you with all the necessary skills to work successfully as a developer in IT departments of larger companies or Software companies.  

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A future worth seeing.

Among the TOP 10 topics in the ranking initiated by the World Economic Forum, seven (Cloud Computing, Big Data Analysis, Internet of Things, IT Security, Artificial Intelligence, E-commerce and Virtual Reality) can be found in the curriculum of IU’s Software Development degree programme, the job profile "Software and Applications Developer" is among the ten most in-demand professions across all industries and there are bottlenecks in filling software development-related jobs. These are just three of various reasons to choose a software development degree at IU International University of Applied Sciences. For example, you may become: 

JAVASCRIPT DEVELOPER

As a JavaScript developer, you will specialise in JavaScript applications in your company. This means that you will be essentially involved in the programming of websites and will be familiar with one of the most important programming languages. You will also be responsible for the architecture of the backend and the implementation of interactive applications in order to create the most intuitive interface possible for the user. 

FRONTEND ENGINEER

BACKEND DEVELOPER

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Choose how you want to study Software Development at IU

You can complete your Bachelor's degree in Software Development at IU by distance learning. Here you can find out how your studies at IU work and what your advantages are in the distance learning study model.   

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You study completely on your own terms. Get the perfect blend of innovative study tools, interactive study formats via video chat (live or on demand) and personal support.

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Why you should study software development

In an economy where software in general, and especially Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), is gaining more and more market volume, software developers are the winners. With a degree in Software Development, you can be sure of excellent career opportunities. This means that you can prepare yourself for great freedom in your career choice. Software developers are in great demand in many areas. There will probably not be enough talented people to meet the demand in the future either. This means that you have excellent career choices. 

Moreover, studying is a wonderful experience in itself. Especially at IU, because we place great emphasis on lifelong learning that takes place according to your needs. 100% flexible. Because your studies should fit (to) you. 

Your IU studies in software development

Where and when you want - at IU you study at your own pace. Each semester you learn a new technology and programming language and apply them in practical projects. After all, the theory-practice transfer is extremely important for a discipline like Software Development. You also learn about Data Modelling and Database Systems during your studies. In addition, you will deal with IT infrastructures and IT project management. Towards the end of your studies, you can choose from numerous electives such as Data Science and Object-Oriented Programming with Python, Internet of Things and Embedded Systems or "Augmented, Mixed and Virtual Reality. Or you can embark on a Learning Journey designed by us. Sounds good? Then start your Software Development studies at IU. 

A look into the future: What you'll do after graduation

Among the TOP 10 topics in the ranking initiated by the World Economic Forum, seven (Cloud Computing, Big Data Analysis, Internet of Things, IT Security, Artificial Intelligence, E-Commerce and Virtual Reality) can be found in the curriculum of the Software Development degree programme, the job profile "Software and Applications Developer" is among the ten most sought-after professions across all industries and there are bottlenecks in filling Software Development-related jobs

These are just three of the many reasons to choose a software development degree at IU International University of Applied Sciences. After your studies in Software Development, exciting career prospects await you, because software plays a leading role everywhere in times of digitalisation. 

Awards, accreditations and certifications

IU Internationale Hochschule ist seit 1999 eine staatlich anerkannte HochschuleIU Internationale Hochschule ist vom Wissenschaftsrat akkreditiertIU Internationale Hochschule ist zugelassen für FernunterrichtIU Internationale Hochschule erhält beim StudyCheck-Award 2023 die Auszeichnung „Top Hochschule in Deutschland“