The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Web Development program is designed to introduce methods for the creation and maintenance of Internet applications, sites and services. Read more about this University of Phoenix program here.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What Kind of Program Is It?

    If you enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration* in Web Development program, you will have the opportunity to develop working knowledge and skills in web design and programming. You will also have the chance to study traditional and nontraditional propagation strategies, including product branding and search engine optimization. The program is designed to introduce concepts in mobile and e-commerce. Other topics to be covered include social networks, web markup languages, graphics manipulation, website security and virtual supply chain management. This University of Phoenix program is available online and at select campuses.

    What Are the Prerequisites?

    You may have a knack for computers and a creative mindset. Applicants to University of Phoenix programs should have a high school diploma or GED.

    What Are the Course Requirements?

    This undergraduate degree program includes 45 credits in the required course of study and 15 credits in the concentration. Some courses have prerequisites. In addition, students must satisfy general education and elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimum (124 for Kansas students) including a minimum of 42 upper division credits required for completion of the degree. At the time of enrollment, students must choose a concentration.

    Information technology foundation courses

    • GEN 300: Skills for Professional Development
    • CIS 205: Management Information Systems
    • PRG 210: Fundamentals of Programming with Algorithms and Logic
    • WEB 236: Web Design I
    • WEB 237: Web Design II
    • ENG 221: Technical Writing Fundamentals
    • BSA 310: Business Systems
    • BSA 375: Fundamentals of Business Systems Development
    • CMGT 410: Project Planning and Implementation
    • DBM 380: Database Concepts
    • POS 410: SQL for Business
    • NTC 360: Network and Telecommunications Concepts
    • PRG 420: Java Programming I
    • PRG 421: Java Programming Il
    • CMGT 445: Applications Implementation

    Web development concentration courses

    • VCT 235: Image Editing and Implementation
    • WEB 238: Web Development
    • WEB 407: Advanced Web Development
    • WEB 434: Website Commercialization I
    • WEB 435: Website Commercialization II

    Advanced Degrees

    After graduation, individuals who have earned the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Web Development may decide to enroll in a Master of Information Systems or similar advanced program. Participating in a graduate degree program could provide students with additional knowledge and skills in systems design and operations. Furthermore, graduates may decide to pursue voluntary industry certifications, such as the Microsoft Certified Professional Developer credential.

    *Maryland residents completing this program will earn a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an emphasis in Web Development.