Higher Diploma in Software Engineering
12 months Full-time
Software Engineering
Higher Diploma
Lithan Academy
Course Overview
The “Higher Diploma in Software Engineering” is a 12-month work-study program that combines bootcamps, apprenticeships, and part-time studies.
It covers essential areas such as front-end and back-end development, UI frameworks, database design, and enterprise app development. Emerge with skills needed for roles like full-stack web developer, front-end developer, and application developer. Be well-prepared to contribute to the creation of sophisticated web applications and enterprise-level software solutions, enhancing business processes and productivity.
Ensure efficient software needs implementation and problem resolution by identifying challenges and choosing effective approaches.
Develop robust, high-performance applications with appropriate tools, techniques, design patterns, frameworks, and methodologies.
Create secure, scalable software solutions prioritizing customer satisfaction and meeting business user requirements seamlessly.
Devise and implement effective testing strategies and tools to ensure software quality and reliability.
Analyze complex situations, develop innovative solutions, and make informed decisions.
Master these tech tools
E-Learning
240 hours
Projects/Assignments
660 hours
Flipped Class/Mentoring
120 hours
Additional Practice
1160 hours
Assessment
6.5 hours
Prerequisites
Target Audience
Candidates who have completed GCE A level or its equivalent, those with a Foundation Diploma in IT or related fields seeking university bachelor’s degrees, and mature candidates with relevant work experience aspiring to attain a bachelor’s degree.
Admission Prerequisite
Academic Qualification:
English Proficiency:
IELTS 5.5 or its equivalent or candidate who has completed school education in English as medium of instruction - Minimum 2 credits (Mathematics & English) in GCE A level or its equivalent.
- Foundation Diploma in IT, or its related. This must be secured through a 12-month full-time course. If the duration of the course is less than this, they are not eligible.
- Polytechnic Diploma in IT or computing will be considered on a case-to-case basis.
- Mature candidates with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience will be considered on a case-to-case basis.
Graduation Requirements
- Minimum 90 % attendance in all sessions during the first year bootcamp
- Minimum 75% attendance in all sessions during the second year part time
- Minimum pass grade in the summative assessment of each module.
Module Summary
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Module 6
Module 7
Module 8
Module 9
Module 10
Module 11
Module 12
Module 1
Programming Foundations
Session Plan Details
This module introduces foundational programming concepts, enabling you to develop, analyze, and execute efficient, well-structured code. Through hands-on projects, you can master problem-solving, object-oriented programming, and software quality assurance. Be equipped to design and implement software components, apply testing methods, and document code effectively for future programming success.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Programming
- Programming Fundamentals – Part 1
- Programming Fundamentals – Part 2
- Object Oriented Programming
- Testing & Documentation
Module 2
Front End Development
Session Plan Details
In this module, you’ll master the art of designing and developing user-centric websites. You’ll learn how to create responsive, visually appealing designs using industry tools, techniques, and frameworks. Through hands-on projects, you’ll analyze business needs, build prototypes, and optimize performance, equipping you to deliver seamless, high-performing web experiences.
What You’ll Learn
- User Interface Design Principles
- Mark-up & Styling Languages
- Responsive Design
- Scripting & Single Page Application
- Testing & Documentation
Module 3
UI Frameworks
Session Plan Details
Gain the skills to create exceptional user experiences using popular prototyping tools and UI frameworks. You’ll dive into design thinking, accessibility standards, usability testing, and more, while mastering UX research techniques like user interviews and surveys. Through a hands-on project, you’ll build high-fidelity prototypes, conduct user research, and refine designs based on feedback. By the end, you’ll be equipped to pursue roles in UI/UX design and development, contributing to inclusive, user-centered experiences.
What You’ll Learn
- Persona creation
- Information Architecture and Interaction Design
- Visual Design and Branding
- Prototyping
- Usability Testing & Documentation
Module 4
Database Design and Implementation
Session Plan Details
Master database design and management, covering everything from data organization to optimizing queries and testing. You’ll learn to create efficient database designs, develop logical and physical models, and write optimized queries. By the end, you’ll confidently build and manage databases that meet real-world business needs.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Database Design
- Entity-Relationship Modelling and Normalization
- Data Manipulation and Query Optimization
- Database Maintenance and Testing
- Database Documentation and Collaboration
Module 5
Web Development Foundations
Session Plan Details
Excel in full-stack web development by mastering back-end frameworks, design principles, and testing techniques. You’ll learn to create modular, scalable web applications and effectively document your work. Through hands-on projects, you’ll build consumer-focused web applications that address real business needs, positioning yourself for industry success.
What You’ll Learn
- Fundamentals of SDLC & Technical Design
- Back-end development principles and techniques
- Design patterns
- Development using framework
- Testing & Documentation
Module 6
Generative AI
Session Plan Details
Explore the transformative power of generative AI in software development. Master prompt design for ChatGPT, learn efficient coding with GitHub Copilot, and integrate Microsoft Copilot Studio into projects. Through hands-on practice with JavaScript, Python, and APIs, you’ll gain cutting-edge skills to enhance productivity and innovation.
What You’ll Learn
- Generative AI Models & Tools
- Prompt Engineering Strategies
- Content and Design Generation with GenAI and GitHub Copilot
- Application Development with GenAI and GitHub Copilot
- Testing and Documentation
Module 7
Agile Project Management
Session Plan Details
Dive into Agile Project Management and Scrum methodology, mastering skills like project planning, user story prioritization, and sprint execution. Through real-world case studies and hands-on experience with ClickUp, you’ll gain practical expertise to manage complex projects, optimize team performance, and deliver successful outcomes in dynamic environments.
What You’ll Learn
- Agile Project Management and Project Management using Scrum
- Building a Scrum Team and Scrum Planning & Implementation
- Case Study 1 – About Product Team Implementing Scrum
- Case Study 2 – Implementation of Scrum
- Case Study 3 – Org Structure / Team Structure
Module 8
Develop Enterprise Applications
Session Plan Details
Gain the skills to design and develop enterprise-level applications tailored to organizational needs. You’ll explore enterprise architecture, business logic, integration techniques, and UI development. By applying these concepts in real-world scenarios, you’ll be able to create scalable applications that improve efficiency, ensure security, and support innovation within organizations.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Enterprise Software Development
- Designing Enterprise Software Architecture
- Implementing Business Logic and Integration
- User Interface Development
- Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance of Enterprise Software
Module 9
Capstone Project -Application Implementation
Session Plan Details
The Capstone Project – Application Implementation module is the culmination of your learning journey in enterprise application design and development. You’ll apply your skills to conceive, develop, and deploy an application that optimizes business processes and integrates systems to enhance organizational productivity. The project involves gathering requirements, collaborating with stakeholders, and creating a solution across front-end, middleware, and back-end components. Rigorous testing ensures scalability, security, and performance. Additionally, this project hones critical soft skills like communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, preparing you for leadership roles and empowering you to contribute meaningfully to the software development industry.
Module 10
IT Systems and Network
Session Plan Details
Gain essential networking skills, including OSI Model comparison, router configuration, and troubleshooting Ethernet networks. Learn to support IPv4/IPv6 networks, manage network operations, and apply security protocols. Develop expertise in disaster recovery, policy configuration, and maintaining server integrity. By the end, you’ll be ready to support and secure network infrastructures.
What You’ll Learn
- Networking Fundamentals
- Networking Implementation
- Network Operations
- Network Security
- Network Troubleshooting
Module 11
IT Security
Session Plan Details
Master cloud security essentials, including identity management, platform protection, data security, and security operations. Develop problem-solving skills by managing network security in real-world scenarios. By the end, you’ll be prepared to navigate cloud security challenges confidently, ensuring the protection of cloud-based systems and data, whether you’re starting or advancing your career.
What You’ll Learn
- Managing Identity
- Manage Access
- Implement platform protection.
- Secure your data and applications.
- Manage Security Operation
Module 12
Statistics for Data Science
Session Plan Details
Be equipped with foundational skills in statistical analysis, including descriptive statistics, probability, random variables, sampling, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Through practical projects, you’ll apply these concepts to real-world data, preparing you to analyze and interpret data for informed decision-making in data science.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Data Analytics and Power BI.
- Power BI Data Transformation.
- Power BI Data Modelling.
- Power BI Data Modelling with DAX.
- Power BI Formatting, Reports and Dashboards.
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Module 6
Module 7
Module 8
Module 9
Module 10
Module 11
Module 12
Module 1
Programming Foundations
Session Plan Details
This module introduces foundational programming concepts, enabling you to develop, analyze, and execute efficient, well-structured code. Through hands-on projects, you can master problem-solving, object-oriented programming, and software quality assurance. Be equipped to design and implement software components, apply testing methods, and document code effectively for future programming success.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Programming
- Programming Fundamentals – Part 1
- Programming Fundamentals – Part 2
- Object Oriented Programming
- Testing & Documentation
Module 2
Front End Development
Session Plan Details
In this module, you’ll master the art of designing and developing user-centric websites. You’ll learn how to create responsive, visually appealing designs using industry tools, techniques, and frameworks. Through hands-on projects, you’ll analyze business needs, build prototypes, and optimize performance, equipping you to deliver seamless, high-performing web experiences.
What You’ll Learn
- User Interface Design Principles
- Mark-up & Styling Languages
- Responsive Design
- Scripting & Single Page Application
- Testing & Documentation
Module 3
UI Frameworks
Session Plan Details
Gain the skills to create exceptional user experiences using popular prototyping tools and UI frameworks. You’ll dive into design thinking, accessibility standards, usability testing, and more, while mastering UX research techniques like user interviews and surveys. Through a hands-on project, you’ll build high-fidelity prototypes, conduct user research, and refine designs based on feedback. By the end, you’ll be equipped to pursue roles in UI/UX design and development, contributing to inclusive, user-centered experiences.
What You’ll Learn
- Persona creation
- Information Architecture and Interaction Design
- Visual Design and Branding
- Prototyping
- Usability Testing & Documentation
Module 4
Database Design and Implementation
Session Plan Details
Master database design and management, covering everything from data organization to optimizing queries and testing. You’ll learn to create efficient database designs, develop logical and physical models, and write optimized queries. By the end, you’ll confidently build and manage databases that meet real-world business needs.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Database Design
- Entity-Relationship Modelling and Normalization
- Data Manipulation and Query Optimization
- Database Maintenance and Testing
- Database Documentation and Collaboration
Module 5
Web Development Foundations
Session Plan Details
Excel in full-stack web development by mastering back-end frameworks, design principles, and testing techniques. You’ll learn to create modular, scalable web applications and effectively document your work. Through hands-on projects, you’ll build consumer-focused web applications that address real business needs, positioning yourself for industry success.
What You’ll Learn
- Fundamentals of SDLC & Technical Design
- Back-end development principles and techniques
- Design patterns
- Development using framework
- Testing & Documentation
Module 6
Generative AI
Session Plan DetailsExplore the transformative power of generative AI in software development. Master prompt design for ChatGPT, learn efficient coding with GitHub Copilot, and integrate Microsoft Copilot Studio into projects. Through hands-on practice with JavaScript, Python, and APIs, you’ll gain cutting-edge skills to enhance productivity and innovation.
What You’ll Learn
- Generative AI Models & Tools
- Prompt Engineering Strategies
- Content and Design Generation with GenAI and GitHub Copilot
- Application Development with GenAI and GitHub Copilot
- Testing and Documentation
Module 7
Agile Project Management
Session Plan Details
Dive into Agile Project Management and Scrum methodology, mastering skills like project planning, user story prioritization, and sprint execution. Through real-world case studies and hands-on experience with ClickUp, you’ll gain practical expertise to manage complex projects, optimize team performance, and deliver successful outcomes in dynamic environments.
What You’ll Learn
- Agile Project Management and Project Management using Scrum
- Building a Scrum Team and Scrum Planning & Implementation
- Case Study 1 – About Product Team Implementing Scrum
- Case Study 2 – Implementation of Scrum
- Case Study 3 – Org Structure / Team Structure
Module 8
Develop Enterprise Applications
Session Plan Details
Gain the skills to design and develop enterprise-level applications tailored to organizational needs. You’ll explore enterprise architecture, business logic, integration techniques, and UI development. By applying these concepts in real-world scenarios, you’ll be able to create scalable applications that improve efficiency, ensure security, and support innovation within organizations.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Enterprise Software Development
- Designing Enterprise Software Architecture
- Implementing Business Logic and Integration
- User Interface Development
- Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance of Enterprise Software
Module 9
Capstone Project -Application Implementation
Session Plan Details
The Capstone Project – Application Implementation module is the culmination of your learning journey in enterprise application design and development. You’ll apply your skills to conceive, develop, and deploy an application that optimizes business processes and integrates systems to enhance organizational productivity. The project involves gathering requirements, collaborating with stakeholders, and creating a solution across front-end, middleware, and back-end components. Rigorous testing ensures scalability, security, and performance. Additionally, this project hones critical soft skills like communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, preparing you for leadership roles and empowering you to contribute meaningfully to the software development industry.
Module 10
IT Systems and Network
Session Plan Details
Gain essential networking skills, including OSI Model comparison, router configuration, and troubleshooting Ethernet networks. Learn to support IPv4/IPv6 networks, manage network operations, and apply security protocols. Develop expertise in disaster recovery, policy configuration, and maintaining server integrity. By the end, you’ll be ready to support and secure network infrastructures.
What You’ll Learn
- Networking Fundamentals
- Networking Implementation
- Network Operations
- Network Security
- Network Troubleshooting
Module 11
IT Security
Session Plan Details
Master cloud security essentials, including identity management, platform protection, data security, and security operations. Develop problem-solving skills by managing network security in real-world scenarios. By the end, you’ll be prepared to navigate cloud security challenges confidently, ensuring the protection of cloud-based systems and data, whether you’re starting or advancing your career.
What You’ll Learn
- Managing Identity
- Manage Access
- Implement platform protection.
- Secure your data and applications.
- Manage Security Operation
Module 12
Statistics for Data Science
Session Plan Details
Be equipped with foundational skills in statistical analysis, including descriptive statistics, probability, random variables, sampling, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Through practical projects, you’ll apply these concepts to real-world data, preparing you to analyze and interpret data for informed decision-making in data science.
What You’ll Learn
- Introduction to Data Analytics and Power BI.
- Power BI Data Transformation.
- Power BI Data Modelling.
- Power BI Data Modelling with DAX.
- Power BI Formatting, Reports and Dashboards.
Education Pathway
The higher diploma by LITHAN academy makes you eligible for a Bachelor’s Degree of Software Engineering by UOR or UCAM
Pearson BTEC International Level 3 in Information Technology
Foundation Diploma
Higher Diploma in Software Engineering
Diploma
Bachelor of Software Engineering
Bachelor’s Degree
Certification(s)
Certification(s) Earned
- Higher Diploma in Software Engineering awarded by Lithan Academy (or) Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing (Applications Development) awarded by Lithan Academy (Pearson BTEC)
- Professional Scrum Master™ I Certification*
*Taking this certification is not mandatory. However, if the learner wishes to pursue it, they need to register for the examination after paying the necessary fees wherever it is applicable. Please note some certification is free. You can find out from the respective website about this info.
Pricing
Course Fee
USD 6,000
Payment Plan
Tuition fee is available for full payment before the start of class. For more details Contact Us.
| Pearson BTEC International Level 3 in Digital Business | Installment Plan | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | USD 600 | |
| Month 2-6 | USD 120 /month | |
| Month 7-12 | USD 100 /month | |
| Month 13-30 | USD 300 /month | |
| Total | 30 installments | USD 6,600 |
About Lithan Academy
Lithan Academy is an accredited training organization endorsed by various government agencies under Singapore’s ministry of education. We are EduTrust certified by the Committee for Private Education (CPE) and a Centre for Continuous Education and Training (CET) appointed by SkillsFuture (SSG) Singapore. We are also an accredited international training center for Pearson UK.
We are recognized for our learning innovation with local and international awards including the Microsoft Global Learning Partner of the Year Award (Top 3) in 2018, Asia’s Pearson’s College of the Year (Bronze) Award in 2019, and AsiaPac CIO’s Top 10 Edutech Solution Provider Award in 2020, amongst others.
Our innovation CLaaS® delivers Competency Learning as a Service to bridge the digital skills gap with competency-based curriculum, work-based learning pedagogy, and blended work2learn journey. CLaaS® courses have received accreditations from education regulatory bodies and over 100 international universities. We have served over 50,000 learners and 2000 enterprises with an above 90% completion rate.
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