Online Microcertificate in Software Engineering
Software engineering is the backbone of modern technology. The online microcertificate in software engineering at Arizona State University is a graduate-level certificate that explores principles, computing and project leadership. You’ll develop expertise in software design, testing and architecture to enhance your skills in software development, quality assurance and systems design.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/20/2026
Total classes: 4
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 9
What you’ll learn in this online software engineering certificate
What is a microcertificate?
A microcertificate is a graduate certificate that takes 9–14 credit hours to complete and offers a seamless pathway to quickly gain expertise in a targeted area. You may also be able to apply the credits you earn from a microcertificate toward a graduate degree. Speak with an enrollment coach for more information.
Software engineering certificate courses
This certificate covers the key disciplines of modern software engineering. Coursework spans software testing and validation, project and quality management, advanced software analysis and design, blockchain engineering and mobile computing — giving you a comprehensive foundation across the software development lifecycle.
Improve your skills for these roles
This online software engineering certificate prepares you for technical roles across the technology industry. You’ll build expertise in software design, testing and systems architecture, skills valued across software development, quality assurance and systems engineering.
Learn from award-winning engineering faculty
Of the 350+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the majority have been honored with the highest awards in their fields. Faculty milestones include:
- National Academy of Construction members
- National Academy of Engineering members
- National Academy of Inventors members
- National Academy of Sciences member
Learn from award-winning engineering faculty
Of the 350+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the majority have been honored with the highest awards in their fields. Faculty milestones include:
- National Academy of Construction members
- National Academy of Engineering members
- National Academy of Inventors members
- National Academy of Sciences member
How to apply
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence.
Top 25% of all accredited engineering programs in the nation
The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is dedicated to providing a dynamic learning environment and supporting all students on the paths to their degrees. We’ve received numerous peer-reviewed programmatic honors from U.S. News & World Report.
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
