For the Backend Programming course, we will focus on the .NET framework. Students are free to explore other frameworks like Java, Python & Node.js. All three electives follow a similar structure: Coding Fundamentals, Web Server Development, and Application Security and Deployment. The coding fundamentals inherent in the chosen language include Data, Flow Control and Error Handling, Modularization, Test Driven Development, Object Oriented Programming and Design, and File Input/Output. On the server side, learners are introduced to relevant relational database technologies, web development frameworks and web APIs. Learners also gain hands-on skills in developing, securing, and deploying lightweight server-side applications to the cloud. 

Back-end programming is a crucial component of the programme structure, encompassing fundamental coding principles, web server development, and the vital aspects of application security and deployment. Positioned after the “Secure Application Lifecycle Management” course, it equips students to apply their competencies acquired from the SALM course in system implementation. So, the candidate can identify, gather, and analyse functional and security requirements, enabling them to design systems securely and comprehensively before implementing them with their acquired skills in back-end development. The MAL course is a prerequisite to the Backend development course. By mastering programming skills in this context, students can seamlessly integrate into the software development lifecycle, where requirement analysis and system design are essential prerequisites for successful implementation. This holistic approach ensures that students are well-prepared to deliver robust, secure software solutions.