Application Developer

An Application Developer creates new programs for use on websites, mobile devices or computing systems. You might liaise with clients to determine their needs and design applications to meet requirements. Application Developers might oversee the development and installation of programs and manage problem issues and updates.

Application Developers should be creative and able to use their technical skills for a range of purposes. It’s important you can communicate well and understand the needs of your clients. Application Developers must be able to manage their time well and work within given timeframes.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $122,200
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a application developer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming)

Online
12 - 18 months
$1,500 - $5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Front-End Web Design)

Online
15 months
$5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Software Development)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Business (Information Systems Management)

Blended
3 years
$0 - $74,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Information Technology (Application Development)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $65,364
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Computer Science)

On Campus
10 - 12 months
$0 - $16,323
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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