Mobile Solutions Development (Optional Co-op)
Milton Campus, Canada
Mobile Solutions Development (Optional Co-op)
Conestoga College
Applied Computer Science & Information Technology
Program Overview: Mobile Solutions Development
Mobile Solutions Development (MSD) is a four-semester graduate certificate program that prepares students with specialized knowledge and skills to design, develop, and distribute interactive solutions for multiple mobile and web-based platforms. The program includes a one-semester exploration of career management or an optional co-op work term in the mobile software industry.
You will gain a strong practical background in mobile solutions design and development encompassing different devices, operating systems, database and network infrastructures, as well as software quality and security aspects of mobile solutions development. Students are also exposed to entrepreneurial thinking as part of their design work, with an emphasis on solving the needs of the customer or client.
The program features a hands-on focus, including a capstone project opportunity where students design and implement a custom mobile solution meeting customer specifications. Courses are taught by highly qualified industry experts, ensuring you graduate with current, industry-relevant skills.
Key Program Highlights
- Four-semester graduate certificate with optional co-op work term providing real-world industry experience in mobile software development
- Hands-on capstone project where you design and implement a custom mobile solution to meet real customer specifications
- Comprehensive coverage of Android, iOS, web platforms, wearable technologies, UX design, and database development
- Offered at Conestoga College, ranked Best College in Ontario by CourseCompare for two consecutive years (2025 and 2026)
Curriculum & Modules
The Mobile Solutions Development program covers a comprehensive range of topics including systems analysis and design, user experience design, mobile device-specific development, cross-platform portability, database design and implementation, web development for mobile platforms, and entrepreneurship. The curriculum is structured across four semesters to progressively build your skills from foundational programming to advanced mobile application development.
Students utilize an object-oriented programming language to create software solutions addressing various business challenges, exploring key concepts such as variables, decision-making, scope, functions, loops, arrays, and object-oriented principles.
Students design and develop native applications for Android and iOS platforms using current development tools and standards, with emphasis on performance, network reliability, deployment, testing, and debugging.
Focuses on designing intuitive and effective user interfaces for various mobile platforms that leverage evolving mobile device capabilities, ensuring mobile usability across devices.
Students learn to design, develop, and deploy databases and applications to meet stakeholder requirements, covering back-end infrastructure essential for mobile solutions.
Students apply existing Android and iOS development experience to create apps for smartwatches and other wearables, including Wear OS development and designing great user experiences for wearable devices.
Additional Specialization Areas
Admission Requirements
The Mobile Solutions Development program is a graduate certificate designed for students who already hold a post-secondary credential in a relevant computing or engineering discipline. Applicants are assessed on their prior education and English language proficiency. Contact Uni4Edu for guidance on your specific eligibility and to begin your application.
Academic Requirements
- Prior EducationOntario College diploma, advanced diploma, degree, or equivalent with an overall average grade of B or above (as assessed by country to Ontario standards)
- Eligible DisciplinesComputer Science, Software Engineering/Technology, Computer Engineering/Technology, or other relevant disciplines with significant software development coursework
- Credential EvaluationApplicants with transcripts from outside Canada must have documents evaluated for equivalency through an approved credential evaluation service
- Co-op Stream RequirementMinimum overall 80% session weighted average in Level 1 with no dropped or failed courses to be considered for the co-op stream
- Work EligibilityStudents must be legally eligible to work in Canada to participate in the co-op work term; international students require a valid work permit
English Language Requirements
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL iBT88 overall with no individual skill less than 22
- PTE Academic58 overall
Required Documents
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships & Funding
Conestoga College offers a range of financial support options for students enrolled in the Mobile Solutions Development program. The college's Student Financial Services awards hundreds of scholarships, bursaries, and awards each year. Contact Uni4Edu for personalized guidance on funding opportunities available to you.
Conestoga College Entrance Awards
Merit-based entrance awards available to new students demonstrating strong academic achievement in their prior post-secondary studies. Multiple awards are distributed across programs each academic year.
International Student Bursaries
Need-based bursaries designed to support international students with financial need who are enrolled full-time in eligible Conestoga College programs.
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
Varies based on individual eligibilityA needs-based program funded by the federal and provincial governments, providing eligible Ontario students with grants and loans to cover educational costs and living expenses.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Mobile Solutions Development program are well prepared for careers in the expanding and evolving fields of mobile web and application development. You will graduate with software development and mobile user interface design skills necessary to design and implement high-quality web and mobile software solutions for industry or entrepreneurial endeavours.
Entry-Level & Future Career Roles
Types of Employers
Rankings & Recognition
Conestoga College is a leading Canadian Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning with strong recognition for its career-focused programs, applied research, and graduate outcomes. The college has earned multiple accolades at both provincial and national levels, reflecting its commitment to delivering practical, industry-aligned education.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Education Programs | CourseCompare | Top 3 in Canada |
| Cybersecurity Certification Programs | CourseCompare | Top 1 in Canada |
| Coding Bootcamps | CourseCompare | Top 10 in Canada |
| Applied Research (Industry Collaboration) | Research Infosource | Top 5 Large Colleges in Canada |
How to Apply
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