Module: Software Engineering
This certificate module combines three complementary short courses in a structured learning path.
Participants build a broad understanding of software engineering, covering software and systems engineering, advanced web applications, and cloud computing. The module further explores how technical frameworks and best practices interact in the development of scalable, efficient, and modern software systems.
General Information
| Dates | Feb 22 - Mar 5, 2027 |
| Duration | 10 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | 8 |
| Cost | 4,980€ |
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Program Structure
The full certificate module consists of three interconnected short courses.
While each course can be attended individually, the complete module offers a coherent learning journey through software engineering, covering software and systems engineering, advanced web applications, and cloud computing. It explores how technical frameworks and best practices shape the development of modern, scalable, and efficient software systems.
Software and Systems Engineering
Introduction to software and systems engineering principles, covering foundational concepts, architectural design, system integration, and best practices for developing robust, scalable, and maintainable software systems.
| Date | Mar 1 - 5, 2027 |
| Duration | 5 days |
Advanced Web Applications
Introduction to advanced web applications, including modern web architectures, service-oriented principles, cloud-based solutions, and best practices for designing scalable, secure, and efficient web systems.
| Date | Mar 8 - 10, 2027 |
| Duration | 3 days |
Cloud Computing
Introduction to cloud computing, covering fundamental concepts such as virtualization, cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), cloud infrastructure, scalability, cost-efficiency, and security considerations in cloud-based environments.
| Date | Mar 11 - 12, 2027 |
| Duration | 2 days |
How the courses fit together
Participants first build a foundation in software and systems engineering, advanced web applications, and cloud computing, then explore their integration and scalability, and finally deepen their understanding of best practices for developing modern, efficient, and robust software solutions.
Who should attend
This module is designed for professionals seeking a structured introduction to software engineering, advanced web applications, and cloud computing, with a focus on modern system design, scalability, and best practices.
- Software developers and engineers interested in designing, developing, and optimizing robust software systems and web applications.
- IT architects and system designers involved in creating scalable, efficient, and future-proof technical infrastructures.
- Project managers and team leads overseeing software development, deployment, or digital transformation projects.
- Professionals in industry, business, or consulting looking to understand modern software architectures, cloud solutions, and their strategic impact.
- Researchers and academics aiming to deepen their expertise in software engineering, web technologies, or cloud computing.
- Professionals who want a coherent learning path from foundational concepts to advanced applications in software and systems engineering.
Ready to join the full module?
Book the complete module to benefit from a coherent learning journey across all three certificate courses.