About this Program

Software engineers are in high demand. Nearly every company today needs skilled developers who know how to implement best practices in software development and design. 

In this six-course graduate certificate program, you’ll learn core computer science concepts, from fundamental data structures and algorithms, to software engineering, to object-oriented and systems programming. You’ll gain real-world insights and career networking opportunities as you learn from industry experts and hands-on labs, featuring the Python programming language. The program concludes with a project-based capstone course emphasizing team-oriented full stack development. 

Designed For 

Anyone with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than computer science who has basic computer programming knowledge and is looking to enhance career skills in software development or qualify for admission to computer science master’s degree programs. 

Python Essentials Bootcamp 

Students admitted to this graduate certificate program are invited to a free, two-day Python Essentials bootcamp, to be offered September 14 and 21, 2024. This optional “programming refresher” is designed to help students prepare prior to the start of the certificate program.

Learn More

For more information, visit the Graduate Certificate in Software Development Engineering page on the UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology’s website.