{"id":1219,"date":"2023-06-27T12:08:10","date_gmt":"2023-06-27T19:08:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/softwaredevelopment\/?page_id=1219"},"modified":"2026-07-01T15:34:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T22:34:45","slug":"degree-planning-new","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/softwaredevelopment\/degree-planning-new\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Welcome to the Software Development program! We are excited to support your educational journey. Our students comprise a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences. Our faculty are industry experts who are here to guide students in developing skills needed to excel in the software development industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Info Sessions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prospective students can watch a Software Development Info Session (On demand recording)<\/strong><\/a> or attend a Drop-In Question & Answer Session<\/strong><\/a> offered weekly on Zoom. If a session time slot does not work for you, contact us to arrange an advising appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Academic Calendar<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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New Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ready to take classes at Bellevue College? Follow this step-by-step guide to enroll at Bellevue College<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

All students should refer to the Academic Calendar<\/strong><\/a> and Resources & Information<\/strong><\/a> to stay informed about important dates and deadlines, and review information about registration, financial aid, tuition payments, and campus resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Degree Maps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Degree maps<\/a> are a helpful tool to visualize the required courses of a degree program. Course Maps do not display all course options and sequences, so it is recommended to meet with an advisor to create an individualized education plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Education Planning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BAS Software Development students are required to create an Education Plan<\/strong><\/span> and have it approved by their advisor before their first quarter in the BAS program. The BAS program moves in a cohort and some classes are only offered once per year. If you miss a cohort class, your graduation will be delayed. Students working with other departments on campus (Financial Aid, International, Veteran’s, Workforce, etc.) must also share their finalized plan with that department for approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Education Plan<\/strong> is an Excel document that maps out your required courses quarter by quarter. An Education Plan helps stay you on track, avoids graduation delays, and prevents registration issues. The links below show the required courses for each degree and concentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BAS Software Development, Application Development Concentration, 2026-27<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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BAS Software Development, Artificial Intelligence Concentration, 2026-27<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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AAS-T Software Development,
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Steps to Create an Education Plan:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Run a What If Report<\/strong><\/span>. Watch this step-by-step video tutorial.<\/a> In ctcLink, click on “Academics” <\/strong>and then “What If Report”. <\/strong>Follow instructions to select your major. For catalog year, select the quarter\/year that matches your BAS admission quarter (For example, Fall 2024, or Fall 2025). The What If Report will show your completed classes and the classes you have remaining for your major. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Create an education using an Excel template<\/span><\/strong>. Templates show required class sequences, and classes that can be adjusted to different quarters if needed. Use the class schedule and degree requirements catalog as helpful planning tools. Templates are available to current Bellevue College students here (login required)<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Send your final education plan<\/span><\/strong> to your advisor or BAS Program Manager for approval. Future updates or changes to your plan should also be approved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    BAS Capstone vs. Internship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    All BAS students will complete either Capstone classes (DEV 490 and 491) or approved Internship classes (EXPRL 490 and 491) in their final quarters. Capstone provides the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in a project-based class sequence. Capstone also allows students to graduate with a project which can be highlighted on their resume\/portfolio for future employers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If a student finds an internship in their area of study that meets the qualifications for EXPRL 490 and 491, the internship courses EXPRL 490 and 491 can be taken in place of DEV 490 and 491 (Capstone classes). The internship must be approved by the Program Chair prior to enrolling in EXPRL courses.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Learn More about Capstone vs. Internship Option ><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Example Course Schedules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    See the drop down menus below to explore sample course schedules. Schedules are subject to change and academic plans below are for example use only. Admitted students will work with their advisor or program manager to create an individual education plan and update as needed. *Some courses are only offered once a year<\/strong> and cannot be moved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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