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Backend Engineering
School:
School of Engineering
Certificate:
Diploma
Application Fee:
$30 $20 (Early Bird)
Program Length:
12 Months/4 semesters
Start Date:
May 18th, 2024
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 11% when you choose this payment plan.
Best Choice
Upfront
$
290
If you pay in full before you start, you get 20% off the tuition fee with no additional costs,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
Night Owl Scholars Initiative
Application Open
Program
Diploma
School applicable
School of Engineering, Product, Data
Deadline
30-04-2024
Value
100% Tuition
Eligibility Criteria
Must have passed AltSchool’s entrance examination.
Write an essay (1000 words or less) about your story and how the scholarship will help you.
A recommendation letter is required but not mandatory.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
100% Laptop Scholarship
Application Open
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.
Must have passed AltSchool entrance assessment.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
AltFoundation 70% Scholarship
Application Open
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.
Must have passed AltSchool entrance assessment.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
AltFoundation 30% Scholarship
Application Open
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.
Must have passed AltSchool entrance assessment.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.
WDA Foundation Scholarship
Application Open
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.
Must have passed AltSchool entrance assessment.
Be computer literate.
Must be willing to commit to the program.