Overview
What you will study
Swift is a programming language developed by Apple Inc. for building applications across all Apple products. In the course, participants will build applications from scratch using the Xcode Integrated Development Environment (IDE) while also understanding the fundamentals of design-thinking. By going through the entire design thinking process, learners will understand how design and engineering interface in order to solve real, pressing problems in the world and to create radial, innovative solutions.
The learning objectives of the Swift App Development Fundamentals course offered by Singapore University of Technology and Design are:
- Grasp the fundamentals and features of Swift programming language
- Using the Xcode IDE to create prototype apps
- Understanding the link between frontend and backend development in Swift
- Be exposed to the design innovation approach
- Discover and define a user's needs into app functions
- Develop ideas through collaborative brainstorming and deliver a prototype
- Communicate ideas, get feedback
- Practise rapid prototyping and iteration of their designs
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:- Swift
- Variables
- Data Types
- Optionals
- Project 1: Shoe size converter
- Learning how to document your work
- Design Innovation Micro Exercise
- Advanced concepts in Swift
- Design Innovation Micro Exercise
- Project 2: Creating an App
- Design Challenge
- Project 3: Creating an app that utilises a challenge constraint
- Prototyping
- Persona Development
- User Testing
- Pitching
- Final Preparations
- Final Pitches
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 5 days
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Software Engineering View 14 other Short Courses in Software Engineering in SingaporeAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Adult learners interested in App development and design
- Preferably basic knowledge of programming but not a must.
Technological requirements
- Participants are encouraged to bring an iPhone or iPad (with iOS 11 or above)
- Device charging cable
Tuition Fee
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International
4905 SGD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4905 SGD for the full programme during 5 days. -
National
4905 SGD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4905 SGD for the full programme during 5 days.
- Permanent Residents: $1,471.50;
- Singapore Citizens under 40 years old: $571.50;
- SME - Sponsored employees: $571.50.
Living costs for Singapore
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.