BS in Software Development

Master the skills to design, build, and ship the software that powers today’s digital world. At USV, you’ll learn full-stack development, algorithms, and collaborative engineering practices — graduating with a portfolio that proves your capabilities to employers.

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ALUMNI SUCCESS

Program Overview

The Software Development degree prepares you to code solutions for real-world problems — from apps and APIs to enterprise systems. You’ll gain hands-on experience across the software lifecycle, collaborate with peers in design and audio, and contribute to open-source projects through USV’s DataWorX Studio. By graduation, you won’t just know how to program — you’ll have shipped solutions that matter.

What you'll learn:

Software engineering concepts and sound reasoning for technical solutions

Evaluation of computing resources to design efficient systems

Algorithms, data structures, and software methodologies

Research and critical thinking for lifelong learning

Collaborative workflows with diverse, cross-disciplinary teams

Turning real-world customer specs into functioning software

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A person in a striped shirt and glasses closely examines multiple computer monitors displaying complex code and software development, indicating a focus on programming and technology.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the BS in Software Development will be able to:

Identify and apply STEM concepts to solve engineering problems.

Design and develop software or hardware systems.

Work effectively in collaborative, multidisciplinary projects

Create optimal solutions using advanced algorithms and computer science theory

Communicate professionally in both written and oral formats

Deliver working solutions from customer requirements to deployment

Software Development Course Highlights

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Application Development

Apply modern frameworks to design and deploy apps that meet user needs.

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Algorithms & Methodologies

Build optimal solutions using advanced problem-solving strategies.

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Collaborative Software Projects

Work with diverse teams to deliver software that solves real-world challenges.

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CAREER PATHS

The USV Difference

USV students take 3 courses per term instead of the traditional 4. That means:

Deeper learning

You’ll dive deeper into each subject, with more time to absorb concepts, apply them in projects, and build lasting mastery that goes beyond memorization.

Better Balance

Fewer concurrent courses means less stress and more focus. You’ll have room to manage school, work, and life — without sacrificing academic performance.

Higher Success

With improved retention and a healthier pace, students are more likely to graduate on time and enter the job market prepared with real skills and strong portfolios.

Flexible Learning

Earn your degree on-campus in Silicon Valley or 100% online. Wherever you learn, you’ll collaborate across majors — coding alongside artists, designers, and audio engineers to ship real projects.

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Faculty Spotlight

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"Hands-on application, mentorship, and a supportive community of smart and talented peers allow our Software Development degree program students to thrive and go on to achieve greater success. "

"Hands-on application, mentorship, and a supportive community of smart and talented peers allow our Software Development degree program students to thrive and go on to achieve greater success. "

Dr. Diana Asaad

USV Provost

Dr. Diana Asaad

USV Provost

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Real-World Learning

At USV Studios, software development students work with real Silicon Valley companies on live projects. You’ll contribute to open-source tools, build solutions for actual clients, and collaborate across majors in games, design, and audio. By graduation, your code won’t just sit in a classroom repo — it will already be part of the professional world.

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