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Professional Academy Diploma in
Full Stack Software Development
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Kickstart your Full Stack career
Unsure if Full Stack Software development is the right career for you? Try our Full Stack Kickstart program, a free live online session designed to give you immediate, practical results and address your biggest questions about making a career pivot.
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Secure your place on the Full Stack Software Development course – pay in full or start with a €1,000 deposit and spread the rest over 9 equal interest-free monthly payments. T&Cs apply.
Why UCD Professional Academy?
- Blended online learning: Self-study + live online lectures over 12 months. 2 x 3 hour classes per week
- Compact class sizes for an improved learning experience.
- Build your portfolio with mini projects, supported by your lecturer.
- Complete your own, fully developed project as part of the final assessment
- Career development advice: Full CV clinic, and optional assistance in obtaining an internship after qualification
Full-Stack Software Development Course Modules
This hands-on and practical full stack development course will teach you the technical skills you will need to become a full stack web developer. Learn both front-end development and back-end development skills, enabling you to produce fully formed websites and web applications.
Understand the key languages used in software & web development as well as industry-standard tools and frameworks.
At the end of each course module you will complete a project for assessment. Each of the projects will build on your rapidly emerging software skills and contribute to your growing development portfolio.
1. Web Design
Learn the foundations of web development, including HTML, CSS, and local environment setup, with a focus on creating responsive and accessible web pages. Additionally, discover GitHub for version control and AI-assisted tools to accelerate the development process.
- HTML
- CSS
- Page Layout
- AI assisted web project
- GitHub
- Accessibility and responsive features
2. Python
Build programming fundamentals with Python and learn how to create simple back-end applications using the Flask framework. Develop core skills across control flow, functions, data structures, and introductory object-oriented programming, while also learning how to work with Flask routes and forms to handle user input and server-side logic.
- Python Basics
- Setup and IDE tools
- Control flow
- Functions deep dive
- Data structures
- Object-oriented programming
- Flask basics and forms
- Project preparation
3. Javascript
Learn how to create interactive web pages using JavaScript (JS) by mastering core fundamentals such as variables, functions, scope, and data structures like arrays and objects. Learn to manipulate the Document Object Model (DOM) to handle user events and build dynamic behaviours. Additionally, get hands-on experience with advanced topics including asynchronous JavaScript, fetching data from APIs, and essential error handling techniques.
- JavaScript basics
- Pseudocode and commenting
- Data types and variables
- Functions and scope
- DOM and events
- Interactivity lab
- Arrays and objects
- Asynchronous JavaScript and fetch from APIs
- Error Handling
4. Databases
Understand how to model, store, and manage data for web applications using relational databases and SQL. Learn to design entity relationship diagrams (ERDs) for real-world applications and work with core CRUD operations including SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE. Set up SQLAlchemy to define models and manage migrations, and integrate your database with Flask using CRUD routes, dynamic URLs, method types, and form validation.
- Relational databases
- Entity relationship diagrams (ERDs) for real-world apps
- Basic CRUD: SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE
- Setting up SQLAlchemy, defining models and migrations
- Flask CRUD routes, dynamic URLs, method types and form validation
- Project preparation
5. Web Frameworks
Leveraging the vast ecosystem of modern JavaScript frameworks to build scalable, professional applications efficiently. Learn to structure front-end interfaces and back-end services using industry-standard tools and existing patterns to create robust full-stack functionality with speed and confidence.
- React Fundamentals
- Node.js and Express
- Building RESTful APIs with Express
- Next.js Essentials
6. Final Project
Plan, build and present a fully functioning full-stack web application that showcases the skills developed across all modules, including front-end, back-end, database and framework development.
- Project goals, assessment criteria and expectations
- Project idea pitching and feedback
- Project implementation
- Testing and refinement
- Project presentation
Interest-Free Payment Plan
You can now secure your spot by either paying in full, or by availing of our payment plan. Choose to enrol with a €1000 deposit at checkout and then pay 9 equal interest-free monthly instalments to complete your course.
Terms & conditions apply.
€68,000 / Annual
Software Developer Salary in Ireland
The average Software Developer salary in Ireland is €68,000 per year. Junior web developer positions start at €48,000 per year while more experienced developers make up to €86,000 per year.
Salary data source: indeed.com, 18th December 2025
Average
€68,000
Salary data source: indeed.com, 18th December 2025
Why become a Full Stack Developer
Studying full stack software development equips you with end-to-end skills in both front-end and back-end technologies, making you a versatile and in-demand professional. By mastering tools like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, databases, and frameworks, you can build complete applications and adapt to diverse tech challenges. This expertise opens up wide career opportunities, enhances collaboration, and keeps you competitive in the fast-evolving tech industry.
Read moreAccess to thousands of journals, articles and papers. Free of charge.
Students taking part in this course will now have access to the EBSCO Online Library, free of charge, for the full duration of the course. Here you can browse thousands of relevant journals, articles and other reliable academic and commercial texts like the Harvard Business Review, Bloomberg Businessweek and Forbes Magazine, to supplement your learning and assignments.
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Is this course right for me?
Open the door to your new career with this part-time course that you can study alongside your current role. You do not need prior programming expertise, but you should be eager to learn.
If you are new to software development or you’re unsure of how your coding skills compare, we highly recommend you take our short “Coding Challenge” before you begin. Ask your Education Consultant for more details. Download your brochure to get started today!
How will this course help with my career?
Software development skills are highly sought-after as there is a significant global shortage of skilled programmers. On successful completion of this course, you will not only hold a UCD Professional Academy Diploma, but you will also have a professional portfolio to showcase your expertise and forge a successful career in modern web development, with a range of exciting job opportunities to choose from.
What is the online learning experience like?
Our live Online experience is designed to be just as interactive, supportive, and inspiring as the UCD Professional Academy campus experience.
Online courses can be accessed from any computer or laptop with an internet connection.
Live lectures are delivered using Zoom. During these lectures, your teachers will use technology interactively to ensure an engaging learning experience. When appropriate, students will be encouraged to activate their microphones, participate in discussions, ask questions, and interact with other students.
An up-to-date Windows or Mac laptop or PC is needed for this course. Work PCs are not recommended as there will be a requirement to install software throughout the course and your company may limit or prevent such software installation.
How is this course assessed?
This course is assessed through projects you complete for your portfolio rather than an exam. Your grade will be achieved through the quality of your work. You will rapidly develop a portfolio of completed projects as you progress through each module.
What is the student experience like?
Student care is a high priority at UCD Professional Academy, which is why our Student Services team is on hand to support you throughout your time with us. They will respond to any queries you have, help you with any technical issues, and facilitate your learning experience at every point.
All students have access to the UCD Professional Academy Learner Management System (LMS), where you can see your timetable, access all your study materials, ask questions and manage your account.
What are the benefits of a UCD Professional Academy Diploma?
UCD Professional Academy Diplomas and Certifications are designed to arm you with valuable skills and give your career an advantage. Developed in conjunction with industry thought leaders our courses teach practical, applied skills to support you to achieve your career and business goals. Professional Academy Diplomas are suitable for career minded learners wishing to advance their professional skills and prospects rather than their academic credentials.
The Professional Academy is an independent wholly owned part of UCD designed to address the need for professional development of technical skills in the workforce. Courses tend to be short, designed and delivered by industry practitioners, and are not part of nor do they lead to a traditional University award such as a degree or a masters. They are widely accepted by employers and many students are sponsored to study by their organisation. Full details of UCD Professional Academy's Certifications Governance are available here.
How do I get my UCD Professional Academy Diploma?
Your UCD Professional Academy Diploma will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You can also add this certificate to your LinkedIn profile to share your success and celebrate your achievement.
What payment options are available?
Learners undertaking the Full-Stack Software Development course may avail of the following payment plan:
€1,000 deposit at checkout
Pay the rest in 9 interest-free monthly instalments
Failure to make payments in the above time frame will result in the student being withdrawn from the course. All fees paid up to this point are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Please note that standard terms and conditions apply, which you can review here: https://www.ucd.ie/professionalacademy/terms-and-conditions/