ICT & Software Engineering: Intermediate
Develop full-stack web applications, using web frameworks and state-of-the-art technologies. Become a professional software engineer by applying your knowledge in a group project with an actual stakeholder in an agile environment.
About the exchange programme
In this semester you will develop a full-stack (front-end and back-end) application, the quality of which has been validated by means of tests and other methods. Topics that will be covered in the course are RESTful API’s, front-end development using a Javascript framework, Object Relational Mapping (ORM), User Experience (UX), architecture, software quality, Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), security and web performance.
All these aspects will be integrated within a project in collaboration with a Partner in Education (PiE). In the group project you will use agile methods as part of the software engineering process.
Why this programme?
- Provides you the techniques and tools to make the step from programming to professional software engineer.
- Offers the opportunity to contribute in a real-life group project with an actual stakeholder.
- Prepares you for industry jobs by using the latest frameworks and software engineering practices.
Admission requirements
This exchange programme starts annually in September and in February.
English language proficiency
For all exchange programmes a minimum level of proficiency in the English language is required, as detailed in the table below. You must substantiate your level of English-language proficiency by submitting evidence in the form of a language test result pertaining to one of the below-mentioned courses.
* = Only if the units ‘Speaking & Writing’ and ‘Listening & Reading’ have been completed successfully.
- IELTS - 6.0 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEFL paper - 550 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEFL computer - 213 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEFL internet - 79/80 minimum - EU and non-EU countries
- TOEIC* - 670 minimum - only EU countries
- Cambidge ESOL - CAE-C minimum - only EU countries
- CEFR - B2 minimum - only EU countries
How to apply as an exchange student
Applications should always be submitted via the International Exchange (or Erasmus) Officer at the home university. If several versions of the programme are offered, please indicate for which version you would like to apply to (Programme I, Programme II, Programme III, etc.) This officer will send your application request (nomination) to Fontys. Once Fontys has accepted the application, your Fontys study department will send you a link to a web application called Mobility Online.
Deadline for application
Fall semester: 15 May
Spring semester: 15 November
Note: Not all exchange programmes are available every semester. To find out when this programme is offered, please check its specific details.
How will your course programme be recognised by your home university?
Fontys will provide you with a so-called ‘Transcript of Records’, which will clarify the results that you have achieved. Depending on your results, you will receive a maximum of 30 ECTS credits. ECTS credits are recognised throughout Europe. The agreement between your home university and Fontys University of Applied Sciences will usually include a condition whereby the credits that you obtain will be recognised and transferred into the records kept by your home university.
Practical information
- Start moment(s)
- September, February
- Location
- Eindhoven
- ECTs
- 30
- Language
- English
- Duration
- 20 weeks
For more detailed information about practical matters, such as financial matters, residence permit, health insurance and accommodation, please click on the button below.
Fontys ICT offers a variety of exchange programmes. Take a look at our complete offer.