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Graduate in 50 weeks with the Software and Web Developer Diploma
Software runs everything: websites, apps, online stores, banking systems, healthcare platforms, and the tools businesses use every day. If you’ve ever wanted to build what people actually use, this program gives you the skills to do it.
The 50-Week Software and Web Developer Diploma Program prepares students to build modern, responsive, and secure web applications using industry-standard tools and workflows. Through a combination of theory and labs, students learn front-end development, back-end programming, UI/UX fundamentals, databases, version control, and the full software development lifecycle.
- Learn the core building blocks of the web (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Build interactive front-end experiences using modern frameworks
- Develop back-end logic with Node.js and SQL
- Work with Git, version control, and DevOps basics
- Apply Agile workflows and real software team practices
- Build responsive, mobile-first interfaces
- Complete a full-stack project simulation that showcases real skills
Join Oxford College!
Learn to build, test, and launch modern applications.
Software and web development are two of the most flexible tech career paths because every industry needs developers. From startups to large enterprises, teams rely on developers to create websites, build internal tools, improve customer experiences, and launch new digital products.
Oxford College gives students practical training and a clear pathway into development roles by focusing on real skills, hands-on labs, and applied project work.
The benefits of becoming a Software and Web Developer
Software and web developers help bring digital ideas to life. They build websites and applications that are functional, fast, secure, and easy to use. They also work closely with designers, product teams, and business stakeholders to create solutions that solve real problems.
This diploma prepares students with practical development skills across the full stack, front-end, back-end, databases, and deployment basics. Key areas include web programming, modern frameworks, version control, UI/UX design principles, and Agile development.
Through labs and an applied project simulation, students gain experience working through the full lifecycle of a software product, from building and testing to improving and presenting a finished solution.
Master Your Knowledge of Software and Web Development
- Programming fundamentals and problem-solving
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript for front-end development
- Modern JavaScript frameworks for interactive applications
- Back-end development using Node.js and SQL
- Responsive and mobile-first web design
- UI/UX principles for building user-friendly interfaces
- Version control using Git and development workflows
- DevOps basics and collaboration-ready practices
- Agile development and software lifecycle planning
- Full-stack project simulation demonstrating job-ready skills
Beyond just a Diploma. More than just a career
A strong developer can work in nearly any industry: technology, finance, e-commerce, healthcare, education, and government. Organizations need developers to build web platforms, automate processes, improve user experiences, and maintain secure, scalable software systems.
Graduates of this program develop the foundation to contribute to real software teams and build applications that support modern business operations.
Many Unique Benefits
50 weeks of focused, career-ready development training
1000 hours of theory and lab-based learning
Full-stack skills across front-end and back-end development
Mobile-first and responsive design training
Strong foundation in UI/UX and usability principles
Real-world workflows using Agile, Git, and DevOps basics
Project simulation that showcases practical development ability
Key learnings
Upon successful completion of the Software and Web Developer program, you will be able to:
- Write clean code using programming fundamentals
- Build responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Create interactive front-end applications using modern frameworks
- Develop server-side functionality using Node.js and SQL
- Apply UI/UX principles to improve usability and design flow
- Use Git for version control and collaboration workflows
- Understand Agile development practices and the SDLC
- Apply DevOps basics to support deployment-ready thinking
- Build and present a full-stack application project
Real-World experience — professional field application
Students complete hands-on labs and applied exercises that simulate real development tasks, including building interfaces, writing backend logic, connecting databases, and following structured workflows.
Through the Full Stack Development Project Simulation, students apply their skills across the stack (front-end, backend, UI/UX, and deployment-ready structure) so they graduate with practical experience they can show in a portfolio.
Countless Career Opportunities
Upon completion, you may find employment as a/an:
- Front-End Developer
- Back-End Developer
- Full Stack Web Developer
- UI/UX Designer
- Application Developer
- Junior Software Engineer
With experience, developers may pursue advanced roles, specialize in frameworks, or build freelance and contract-based careers.
Employment Outlook
Skilled software developers remain in strong demand across industries as digital services expand globally. Entry-level roles offer competitive compensation and room for advancement, while experienced full-stack developers or specialists in modern frameworks are particularly sought after. Growth in cloud computing, mobile app development, and the startup ecosystem continues to fuel career opportunities, making software development a dynamic and rewarding career path.
Flexible Program Options
This program follows a structured learning pathway that starts with programming and web fundamentals, then moves into frameworks, back-end development, databases, and full-stack project work.
Students build skills through hands-on labs and applied exercises designed to reinforce learning step-by-step. As the program progresses, students begin combining front-end and back-end skills to simulate real software development workflows.
The program ends with a full-stack project simulation where students apply what they’ve learned to build a complete web application experience.
Program details
The Software and Web Developer Diploma Program prepares students to build modern web applications by equipping them with front-end and back-end development skills.
Students learn to develop responsive user interfaces, implement server-side functionality, work with databases, and follow real-world development workflows using version control and Agile practices. Key focus areas include programming fundamentals, modern web frameworks, UI/UX principles, backend development with Node.js and SQL, and DevOps basics.
Through practical labs and a full-stack project simulation, students gain real-world experience building and presenting applications that reflect modern industry expectations.
Course Listings: Software and Web Developer
- Introduction to Programming
- Web Development Fundamentals
- Front-End Development with HTML/CSS/JS
- JavaScript and Modern Web Frameworks
- Back-End Development with Node.js & SQL
- Version Control and DevOps Basics
- Mobile & Responsive Web Design
- Software Development Lifecycle & Agile
- UI/UX Design Principles
- Full Stack Development Project Simulation
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
OR
Mature Student Status with Wonderlic SLE-17
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you a superior fast-track education.
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training.
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training.
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs, making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process.
Testimonials
“ Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career. “
-Abdelgadir Gadam, Oxford College Graduate