MASTER’S PROGRAM IN FULL-STACK ENGINEERING

Self-Directed Graduate-Level Study (2025-2026)

Program Designer & Student: Albert Byiringiro

Institution: Independent Study (Portfolio-Based Master’s Equivalent)

Duration: 12 months (52 weeks)

Total Credit Hours: 36 credits (equivalent to standard MS program)

Specialization: Full-Stack Web Development with Microservices Architecture

Program Start: December 2024/January 2025

Expected Completion: December 2025/January 2026


PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This intensive, self-directed master’s program is designed to develop advanced full-stack engineering capabilities through project-based learning, industry certifications, and deep technical research. The program follows a rigorous academic structure equivalent to a traditional Computer Science master’s degree, with emphasis on practical application and portfolio development.

Program Philosophy: “Learn by building production-grade applications while earning industry-recognized certifications that validate theoretical knowledge.”


PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Core Requirements: 24 Credits

Specialization Electives: 9 Credits

Capstone Project: 3 Credits

Total: 36 Credit Hours