Backend Engineering
School:
School of Engineering
Certificate:
Diploma
Application Fee:
$30 $20 (Early Bird)
Program Length:
12 Months/4 semesters
Start Date:
October, 2025.
Location:
Online
About the program
Become a sought-after Backend Engineer! While users might not see it, backend engineering is a vital part of websites and software. As a backend engineer, you'll build the foundation of software applications. In this program, you'll learn how to create servers, work on the parts users don't see, and design databases using different programming languages. Join us to unlock your potential as a Backend Engineer!
Admission Requirements
Educational Background:
You don’t need to have a certificate to apply for this diploma program. We expect anyone to take the program.
Work Experience and Certifications:
You don’t need to have work experience to learn this track.
Language Proficiency:
The course is conducted in English, so applicants must have a basic understanding of the English language to effectively engage with the curriculum and participate in discussions.
Assessment:
All applicants will be required to take an assessment. However, we would provide you with a study kit to prepare you for the assessment.
The entrance exam will evaluate their problem-solving skills, programming knowledge, and readiness for a diploma program.
Course Outline
In this immersive 12-month Backend Engineering course, you will achieve the following learning outcomes
Become proficient in server-side development using popular technologies like Node.js and Express.js.
Understand real-time communication using websockets to enable live updates and interactive features.
Design and implement robust APIs for seamless data communication between frontend and backend systems.
Deploy backend applications to various hosting platforms, making your projects accessible to a broader audience.
Master database integration and management to handle data efficiently in your web applications.
Acquire insights into industry best practices, code standards, and collaboration methods for efficient teamwork.
Explore techniques for optimizing backend performance and ensuring fast response times.
Prepare for backend engineering job interviews with confidence and showcase your skills through an impressive portfolio of projects
Costs
High quality tech education at an affordable cost
Quarterly
$
80
per quarter
Pay upfront and save an extra $40 when you choose this payment plan.
Best Choice
Upfront
$
290
If you pay in full when you resume, you get $70 off the tuition fee.,and nothing to pay when you’re done.
Monthly
$
30
per month
If you choose this plan, you will pay the same amount in tuition every month.
Career Outcome
Prepare to become a Backend Engineer
Demonstrate your proficiency in portfolio-ready projects
Earn your Diploma Certificate
Qualify for in-demand job roles as a Backend Engineer
Scholarship
The following scholarships are available and open for applicants
Cresco Scholarship Fund
Application Open
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Business, School of Creative Economy, School of Data, School of Product
Deadline
30th Sep. 2025
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool entrance assessment.
You must be between 15 and 27 years old.
You must be currently enrolled in a tertiary institution (you'll be required to provide proof of admission).
You must be available to commit to the 12-month virtual training program.
You must own or have access to a laptop/computer for learning.
You be willing to submit a government-issued ID.
The Cleva- AltSchool Scholarship Fund
Application Open
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, School of Data, School of Product
Deadline
30th Sep. 2025
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool entrance assessment.
Must have passed AltSchool’s entrance examination.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
Binance Scholarship Fund
Application Open
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product, Data
Deadline
5th Oct. 2025
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment.
You must be from Sub-Saharan Africa.
Must have a verified binance account and upload proof
You must be available to commit to the 12-month virtual training program.
You must own or have access to a laptop/computer for learning.
Ayoba Developer Program Scholarship Fund
Application Open
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering
Deadline
30th Sep. 2025
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment. 2. Age: 18 - 35 years
Age: 18 - 35 years
Must be enrolled in the School of Engineering.
Must be from Nigeria, South Africa or Ghana
Must be willing to commit to the program.
Bybit Academy Scholarship Fund
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product, Data
Deadline
11th Jun. 2025
Value
40% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment.
Must be Africa.
Must be willing to become an ambassador for Bybit.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
Write an essay (1000 words or less) about your story and how the scholarship will help you.
Kenya Female STEM Fund
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product, Data
Deadline
20thh Feb. 2025
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment.
Must be female.
Must be from Kenya.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
Proof of Kenya citizenship or residency, such as a passport or national ID card.
Write an essay (1000 words or less) about your story and how the scholarship will help you.
Night Owl Scholars Initiative Scholarship Fund
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product, Data
Deadline
20th Feb. 2025
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment
Applicants must be Nigerian citizens and currently residing in Nigeria.
Open to young individuals aged 18-40.
Preference will be given to individuals who are currently employed in nighttime occupations such as restaurant or hotel service roles.
Applicants should exhibit a strong commitment to completing the coding program and using the skills acquired for personal and community development.
Proof of Nigerian, South African or Ghanaian citizenship, such as a passport or national ID card.
A recommendation letter can be beneficial though not mandatory.
BGSO Scholarship Fund
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product, Data
Deadline
6th Oct. 2024
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
Must be willing to commit to the program.
VOA Foundation Scholarship Fund
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product, Data
Deadline
9th Aug. 2024
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
Must be willing to commit to the program.
100% Laptop Scholarship
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Data, Engineering, Product
Deadline
30-04-2024
Value
70% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
Available to both Male and Female applicants.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
AltFoundation 70% Scholarship
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Data, Engineering, Product
Deadline
03-05-2024
Value
70% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
Available to both Male and Female applicants.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
AltFoundation 30% Scholarship
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Data, Engineering, Product
Deadline
03-05-2024
Value
30% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
Available to both Male and Female applicants.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
WDA Foundation Scholarship
Application Closed
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product and Data
Deadline
03-05-2024
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
Available to both Male and Female applicants.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.