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Cloud Engineering

School:

School of Engineering

Certificate:

Diploma

Application Fee:

$30 $20 (Early Bird)

Program Length:

12 Months/4 semesters

Start Date:

February 2025

Location:

Online

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About the program

Cloud Engineering merges software development and IT operations to construct and manage cloud infrastructure. The demand for Cloud Engineers is surging, with companies increasingly migrating crucial processes and applications to cloud platforms. In this program, you'll gain practical experience with various cloud platforms, master cloud resource allocation, cost management, and streamline systems development life-cycle for optimal efficiency. Join us and unlock your potential as a Cloud Engineer!

Admission Requirements

  1. Educational Background:

    • You don’t need to have a certificate to apply for this diploma program. We expect anyone to take the program.

  2. 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.

  3. 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 Cloud Engineering course, you will achieve the following learning outcomes

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Proficiency in Cloud Platforms: Gain expertise in various cloud platforms, such as AWS or Google Cloud, to effectively build and manage cloud infrastructure.

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Master techniques to migrate existing applications to the cloud and integrate cloud services with on-premises systems.

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Understand how to allocate and optimize cloud resources efficiently, ensuring cost-effectiveness and scalability.

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Embrace DevOps principles in cloud environments and implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.

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Learn best practices to secure cloud-based systems and comply with industry regulations for data protection.

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Develop the ability to design scalable, resilient, and highly available cloud architectures for mission-critical applications.

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Explore different deployment models like containers and serverless architecture, ensuring seamless application deployment.

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Explore techniques to optimize cloud application performance, ensuring smooth user experiences.

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.

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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 Cloud Engineer

  • Demonstrate your proficiency in portfolio-ready projects

  • Earn your Diploma Certificate

  • Qualify for in-demand job roles as a Cloud Engineer

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Scholarship

The following scholarships are available and open for applicants

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Kenya Female STEM Fund

Application Open

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering, Product, Data

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Deadline

2nd Feb. 2025

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Value

100% Tuition

Eligibility Criteria

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To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment.

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Must be female.

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Must be from Kenya.

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

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Proof of Kenya citizenship or residency, such as a passport or national ID card.

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Write an essay (1000 words or less) about your story and how the scholarship will help you.

Ayoba Developer Program Scholarship Fund

Application Open

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering

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Deadline

2nd Feb. 2025

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Value

100% Tuition

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To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment

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Age: 18 - 35 years

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Must be enrolled in the School of Engineering.

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Must be from Nigeria, South Africa or Ghana

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

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Proof of Nigerian, South African or Ghanaian citizenship, such as a passport or national ID card.

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Write an essay (1000 words or less) about your story and how the scholarship will help you.

Night Owl Scholars Initiative Scholarship Fund

Application Open

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering, Product, Data

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Deadline

2nd Feb. 2025

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Value

100% Tuition

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To be considered for this scholarship, you must score at least 85% in the AltSchool’s entrance assessment

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Applicants must be Nigerian citizens and currently residing in Nigeria.

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Open to young individuals aged 18-40.

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Preference will be given to individuals who are currently employed in nighttime occupations such as restaurant or hotel service roles.

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Applicants should exhibit a strong commitment to completing the coding program and using the skills acquired for personal and community development.

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Proof of Nigerian, South African or Ghanaian citizenship, such as a passport or national ID card.

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A recommendation letter can be beneficial though not mandatory.

BGSO Scholarship Fund

Application Closed

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Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering, Product, Data

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Deadline

6th Oct. 2024

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Value

100% Tuition

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

VOA Foundation Scholarship Fund

Application Closed

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering, Product, Data

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Deadline

9th Aug. 2024

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Value

100% Tuition

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

Ayoba Developer Program Scholarship Fund

Application Closed

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering

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Deadline

8th Sep. 2024

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Value

100% Tuition

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18 - 35 years

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Must be enrolled in the School of Engineering.

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Must be from Nigeria, South Africa or Ghana

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

The Cleva- AltSchool Scholarship Fund

Application Closed

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering, Product, Data

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Deadline

6th Oct. 2024

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Value

100% Tuition

Eligibility Criteria

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

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Write an essay (1000 words or less) about your story and how the scholarship will help you.

100% Laptop Scholarship

Application Closed

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Data, Engineering, Product

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Deadline

30-04-2024

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Value

70% Tuition

Eligibility Criteria

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Available to both Male and Female applicants.

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Be computer literate.

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

AltFoundation 70% Scholarship

Application Closed

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Data, Engineering, Product

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Deadline

03-05-2024

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Value

70% Tuition

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Available to both Male and Female applicants.

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Be computer literate.

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

AltFoundation 30% Scholarship

Application Closed

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Data, Engineering, Product

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Deadline

03-05-2024

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Value

30% Tuition

Eligibility Criteria

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Available to both Male and Female applicants.

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Be computer literate.

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Must be willing to commit to the program.

WDA Foundation Scholarship

Application Closed

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Program

Diploma

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School applicable

School of Engineering, Product and Data

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Deadline

03-05-2024

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Value

100% Tuition

Eligibility Criteria

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Available to both Male and Female applicants.

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Be computer literate.

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Must be willing to commit to the program.