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Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) – Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing
Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing
Is a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) right for me?
UCM’s BAS degree is designed for students who have completed an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) at the community college level. If you do not have an AAS degree but are interested in web application development or cloud computing, consider exploring UCM’s related programs.
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Are you ready to turn your technical training into a career developing the applications people use every day? If you hold an AAS in computer science, software development, cybersecurity, web development or mobile application development, the University of Central Missouri’s BAS in Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing is designed for you.
Delivered entirely through flexible online learning, this program allows you to transfer your technical credits so you can graduate faster. You’ll build on your existing skills through project-based coursework focused on application development, cloud computing, user-centered design and emerging technologies. As you progress through the program, you’ll create a professional portfolio that demonstrates your abilities to future employers.
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Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) - Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing, BAS at a Glance
Degree Type: Bachelor of Applied Science (AAS Required) | Credit Hours: 120 Hours
Degree Can be Taken: Online
Admission Requirements: Completion of an Associate of Applied Science Degree
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Belinda Copus Erica Spurgeon
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What you’ll learn in the Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing program
UCM’s BAS in Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing focuses on practical, workplace-ready development skills. Our comprehensive online curriculum combines flexible asynchronous coursework with hands-on projects using industry-standard development tools, web frameworks and artificial intelligence.
Through our specialized courses, you will study:
- Web and Application Development: Build functional software applications using modern development tools, programming practices and web frameworks.
- User-Centered Design: Create accessible, intuitive applications by considering how people interact with technology throughout the development process.
- Application Maintenance and Security: Make informed decisions that support an application’s functionality, long-term maintenance and security.
- Emerging Technologies: Explore how artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are changing application development and technical problem-solving.
Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing (BS04): 30 Semester Hours
- CS 2400 - Discrete Structures (3)
- CS 3120 - Client Side Web Programming (3)
- CS 4000 - Special Problems in Computer Science (1-3) (3)
- CS 4130 - Server Side Web Programming (3)
- CS 4150 - Object-Oriented Programming and Data Structures (3)
- CS 4180 - Web Development Frameworks (3)
- CYBR 4140 - Web Application Security (3)
- IT 3100 - Human Computer Interaction (3)
- IT 4100 - Project Management (3)
Unique learning opportunities in Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing
- Professional Portfolio Development: Graduate with a portfolio that demonstrates your technical abilities, design decisions and experience creating user-centered applications.
- Hands-on, Project-Based Learning: Apply technical concepts by designing, developing and evaluating functional software applications.
- Industry-Standard Tools and Frameworks: Gain experience with the development tools, web frameworks and technologies used by today’s professionals.
- Human-Focused Application Design: Consider the needs of users while making thoughtful decisions about an application’s functionality, maintenance and security.
Fast facts about Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing, BAS
- 100% Online Flexibility: Balance your education with work and other responsibilities through asynchronous online coursework.
- Nationally Recognized Transfer Support: Named to the Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll, UCM makes it easy to apply your AAS technical credits toward a bachelor’s degree.
- Skills-Based Curriculum: Develop practical abilities through coursework centered on technical skills and their professional applications.
- Broad Career Preparation: Prepare for opportunities in web development, mobile application development, cloud applications, DevOps and user experience design.
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Financial aid and scholarships for Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing, BAS
As a UCM student, you’ll have a financial aid counselor as part of your six-person student support team to help you find the best way to finance your college education. The University of Central Missouri offers general university awards, grants, loans and work-study opportunities.
You can also use the UCM Scholarship Finder to search for additional awards for which you may qualify. UCM staff can help you explore financial aid options and potential employer tuition reimbursement programs.
The next steps to earning a BAS - Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing are yours:
① Request information about UCM’s Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing, BAS.
Career opportunities and outcomes for Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing, BAS
A BAS degree in Applied Web Application and Cloud Computing from UCM builds on your technical education and prepares you to design and develop modern software applications. Whether you are seeking to advance within your current organization or enter a new area of technology, you’ll graduate with practical skills and examples of your work to share with employers.
Organizations across nearly every industry rely on secure, accessible and well-designed digital tools. This degree can prepare you to pursue technical roles involving application development, cloud technology and user experience.
Possible bachelor’s degree jobs and career paths include:
- Cloud applications developer
- Full-stack developer
- Mobile app developer
- DevOps engineer
- UX/UI developer
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The UCM Career and Life Design Center
The UCM Career and Life Design Center is here for undergraduate students, graduate students and alumni from all majors, identities and interests. We are a hub for career exploration and career readiness. We offer resources and support for:
- exploring career options
- life design (explore and build career and life journeys, designing next steps)
- job and internship searching
- document reviews (resumes, cover letters, personal statements, etc.)
- interviews (coaching and mock interviewing)
- Professional Clothing Studio
- preparation for graduate school (application materials, exploring programs)
- and more!
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You will develop workplace-ready skills in web and application development, user-centered design, application maintenance and security. You will also gain experience using industry-standard development tools, web frameworks and artificial intelligence.
The program is delivered entirely online through asynchronous coursework, allowing you to complete your work when it fits your schedule. Courses feature projects that allow you to apply technical concepts and develop functional software applications from wherever you are.
