🎓 Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Web Development and Design Course

🎓 Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Web Development and Design Course

Course Fee: $1,200

Course Duration: 9-12 Months

Course Brief

The Postgraduate Diploma in Web Development and Design is designed to equip learners with advanced technical and creative skills needed to thrive in today’s digital economy. The program blends programming, user-centered design, and project-based learning to prepare participants for careers as web developers, UI/UX designers, or digital solutions specialists. Students will gain hands-on experience in developing responsive websites, web applications, and interactive digital platforms while adhering to industry best practices.

Course Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Master core and advanced web development technologies.
• Apply principles of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design.
• Develop responsive, secure, and scalable websites and applications.
• Integrate databases, APIs, and cloud technologies into web solutions.
• Demonstrate proficiency in front-end and back-end programming.
• Employ version control, testing, and deployment tools effectively.
• Create a professional portfolio showcasing real-world projects.

Course Structure – 8 Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Web Development

• Introduction to the web ecosystem
• HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript basics
• Responsive web design principles
• Accessibility and cross-browser compatibility

Module 2: User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) Design

• Design thinking and user research
• Wireframing and prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe XD)
• Color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy
• Usability testing and user-centered design

Module 3: Front-End Web Development

• Advanced JavaScript (ES6+)
• Modern frameworks (React.js / Vue.js)
• CSS preprocessors and frameworks (Sass, Tailwind, Bootstrap)
• Building responsive, interactive web interfaces

Module 4: Back-End Web Development

• Server-side programming with Node.js / Python / PHP
• RESTful APIs and microservices
• Authentication and authorization
• Introduction to cloud-based development environments

Module 5: Databases and Data Management

• Relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Firebase)
• Data modeling and schema design
• Connecting front-end and back-end with databases

Module 6: Web Security and Performance Optimization

• Common web vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
• Secure coding practices
• Performance optimization and caching
• HTTPS, SSL, and web security protocols

Module 7: Deployment, Version Control, and Collaboration

• Git and GitHub for version control
• Agile and Scrum in web development projects
• Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
• Hosting and deploying on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Netlify, Vercel)

Module 8: Capstone Project and Portfolio Development

• End-to-end web application design and development
• Project documentation and presentation
• Peer review and client simulation exercises
• Building a professional portfolio for career advancement

Target Audience

This program is ideal for:

• IT graduates and professionals seeking to specialize in web development.
• Graphic designers and digital creatives looking to transition into UI/UX and front-end development.
• Software developers who want to expand into full-stack development.
• Entrepreneurs and business professionals interested in building and managing their own digital platforms.
• Career changers aiming to enter the growing field of web technologies.

Career Pathways

Graduates of this diploma will be well-positioned for roles such as:

• Web Developer (Front-End, Back-End, or Full-Stack)
• UI/UX Designer
• Web Applications Developer
• Mobile Web Developer
• Digital Product Designer
• Software Engineer (with a focus on web systems)
• IT Consultant in Web and Digital Solutions
• Entrepreneur in Tech Startups

✅ Duration: 9 – 12 months (flexible online/blended delivery)

✅ Assessment: Assignments, project-based evaluations, and final capstone project

✅ Award: Postgraduate Diploma in Web Development and Design (Stratford International BDLC)

Requirements

– Dedicate approximately 10 – 12 hours per week to coursework and learning activities

– Course duration: 9 to 12 months

Target Audience: Worldwide