Bachelor's in Science Honours in Software Development IICT

Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) is a public tertiary education institution in Malta. It was founded in 1989 and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the fields of business, engineering, IT, education, and health sciences. MCAST is ranked #801-1000 in the QS World University Rankings 2024.

The degree in Software Development is intended to prepare learners to work in the industry of application development and engineering and explores the skills required for designing IT enterprise solutions, building robust backend systems, and solving complex problems using the latest paradigms and modern technologies. The programme covers aspects related to software engineering, frontend and backend software technologies, data organisation, persistence and data analysis, software development of portable devices and software quality aspects such as security and testing. Modern trends such as Cloud, Devops, Blockchain, Machine Learning and Computer Vision are also explored. The degree includes work-placements that will allow students to gain experience within the industry and work in a professional environment. At the end of the degree, the students culminate their studies with a research dissertation in an area of their interest. The course is intended for individuals who are keen in solving problems through technology and would like to pursue an exciting career in one of the fundamental pillars of the economy.

MCAST is a public tertiary education institution in Malta. It was founded in 1979 and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the fields of business, engineering, IT, and the creative arts. MCAST is ranked #801-1000 in the QS World University Rankings 2024. MCAST is a popular choice for students who want to study in Malta but do not want to attend the University of Malta. The college offers a more vocational-focused education, and its programs are designed to prepare students for the workforce. MCAST also offers a number of scholarships and financial aid programs to help students from low-income families.