About the course

Computer programming, algorithms, data structures, and languages play an increasingly important role in academic, science and business careers. The Associate in Science degree satisfies the transfer requirements of many disparate 4-year colleges and universities. Our up-to-date curriculum is also valuable for enhancing the career opportunities of working professionals.

　　tudents will be able to use standard software engineering tools to create reusable code.

　　Students will be able to design a large program that takes advantage of existing code libraries.

　　Students will be able to organize a complex program in a logical way, enabling the extension of the program.

　　Students will be able to comprehend user requirements and produce code and documentation in an industry-accepted style that satisfies those requirements.

　　Students will be able to develop software that solves problems in a variety of fields, including math, physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, business, and the internet.

　　Students will be able to design and implement security policies for organizations of all sizes (Cybersecurity certificate).

　　The local Silicon Valley industry continues to need qualified software engineers, system administrators, software quality assurance engineers and systems integrators. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Los Altos Hills
Winter (January), 2024	Los Altos Hills
Spring (April), 2024	Los Altos Hills
Fall (September), 2024	Los Altos Hills
Winter (January), 2025	Los Altos Hills
Spring (April), 2025	Los Altos Hills
Fall (September), 2025	Los Altos Hills
Winter (January), 2026	Los Altos Hills
Spring (April), 2026	Los Altos Hills

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Foothill College

TOEFL - 61 iBT (Foothill ETS code is 4315) or TOEFL PBT 500 or higher. IELTS - 6.0. Submit an official school transcript. If you are under 18 years old, you must submit proof of high school completion or equivalent. All documents must be in English or officially translated into English.

　　

English language requirements

　　5.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 61.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Foothill College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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