Is a Web Development Course for You?

     As parents, one of the things that we look forward to when it comes to our son's education is the tertiary level. Aside from the career path that he will choose, we also consider other factors like the location of the school and the expenses that will incur. That's why choosing a course that is in demand and relevant five or ten years from now will always be at top of the list. Living in a modern world, surrounded by computers and gadgets, we need skilled individuals who are well-versed in the field of computers and technology. 

     If my memory serves me right, the in-demand course when I graduated from secondary school was B.S. Computer Science and twenty years later, computer-related courses are the most sought courses in college. Fast forward to today, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a specialization in Web Development provides students with the technical and design-related skills needed for a career in the web, software development, and computer science industries. Why take up BS in IT with a specialization in web development? Click continue to read more.

Is Web Development Course for You?
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     According to University of the People, Web developers are creative, detail-oriented, and have high customer service and concentration skills. Web developers are tasked with creating and maintaining websites. To do this, web developers must know programming languages. In many cases, a web developer needs to know various programming languages to implement the desired features.

     Having said that, web development-related courses are needed in the healthcare, business, and education fields. When you think of these industries, they use computers in managing their business that's why they need to hire professionals who are skilled in graphic design, database administration or cybersecurity. Web developers are in demand because they are the front lines of the digital age. The websites we often visit, the social media sites we browse every day and upload our content, and the shopping sites where we buy essentials, these are all made possible by web developers who designed and built them.

Is Web Development Course for You?
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     According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) web developers and digital interface designers earn an average annual salary of $82,370. The BLS projects 8% growth in this industry between 2019 and 2029, which is much faster than average. Keep in mind that salaries for careers in web development vary depending on a worker's location, experience, and education. So if you are planning to work in big companies here and abroad, there's a big opportunity waiting to earn more than the average salaries.

     As a graduate of this course, you'll land jobs like applications, game and multimedia development, SEO specialist, or web content manager to name a few. These are high-paying jobs, and I can attest to this because I have friends and relatives who are already in this field. I asked one of my cousins and he told me that he is enjoying his chosen career and at the same time fulfilling his dream life.

     If you think this career path is for you, then fret not because you can achieve this with the help of BingoPlus Foundation. This foundation by BingoPlus– the first online live streaming bingo in the Philippines, appreciative of the success it has been getting– has been giving back to society in the form of various corporate citizenship initiatives. It is an active supporter of environmental and charitable projects.

Is Web Development Course for You?

     Along this line, BingoPlus Foundation, is also set to provide college scholarships to 10 deserving students in the country and will be called FutureSmart Scholarship Program. This scholarship grant is being done in partnership with iACADEMY, one of the most innovative and sought-after technology, design, and business school in the Philippines.

      If your child is an incoming college freshman who is intellectually gifted in technology, especially interested in game or software engineering, and determined to get the education he or she needs, despite financial challenges and very active on social media, especially TikTok and Facebook, then this is the sign to apply for a BingoPlus Foundation FutureSmart Scholarship Program. 

BingoPlus Foundation FutureSmart Scholarship Program is open to the following:

1. Students in need of financial assistance to continue education (for further evaluation by the Foundation)

2. Students planning to take:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with specialization in Software Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Entertainment and Multimedia Computing Game Development
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with Specialization in Web development

3. Qualifications:

• must carry the regular load prescribed by the course
• must obtain GWA of not lower than 1.75 and no grade lower than 2.50 in any subject
• must possess good moral character
• must not have been subjected to any disciplinary action by the school, either academically or administratively during the period enrolled

4. Documentary requirements:

• Letter of intent
• Certified true copy of previous grades covering SY 2021 – 2022
• Recommendation letter from guidance counselor or faculty
• Certificate of good moral character
• Income Tax Return (IT) or BIR Certification of Exemption from Filing IT if unemployed (To be provided by parents/guardian)
• Certificate of Employment (COE) stating the following: position in the company and monthly Salary (To be provided by parents/guardian)

5. Video requirement:

     The applicant should create a two (2) minute video pitch expressing how to help the country or society by answering these questions:

• Why do I deserve the scholarship?
• How can you give back to the country when you graduate?

6. Qualified and interested students should submit their application via this email: scholarship@iacademy.edu.ph

• Deadline of submission of application for the scholarship: January 13, 2023
• Date of announcement of the chosen scholars: February 2023