Android Mobile Application Development - Online

Android, the mobile operating system developed by Google, based on the Linux kernel and designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, has been the best-selling OS on tablets and smartphones since 2013, and has the largest installed base. Learn the latest technologies for building Android mobile applications and be a competitive player in this ever-growing arena with our Postgraduate Diploma in Android Mobile Application Development course.



Our course was created by successful industry professionals, to teach aspiring Android developers everything they need to get started with building apps for the world’s most popular mobile operating system; and help experienced Android developers improve their practical skills. This Android course provides hands-on training to designing and building mobile applications using Google's Android open-source platform; and additional programming experience through projects that present real world programming practice.



Benefiting from over 30 years’ practical skills training experience, Fitzwilliam Institute’s Online Postgraduate Diploma in Android Programming course features:

• Comprehensive modules covering all aspects of Android Programming: Overview of the Android Environment, Installing the Android Environment, The Eclipse IDE, Java Programming Language, XML, Your First Android App, Android Application Lifecycle – Activities, Interacting with your Android Application, Designing the User Interface, Android UI Elements, Broadcast Receivers, Notifications and the Action Bar, and many more.

• Interactive course expert support, advice and guidance from leading industry professionals. Always ready to help or answer any questions you might have throughout the course, all of Fitzwilliam Institute’s course experts are top industry professionals with many years of successful experience. Our Postgraduate Diploma in Android Programming contains the core and vital industry key skillset and, on completion, all of our students are industry-ready.

• Real life Android Programming briefs. Fitzwilliam Institute’s Postgraduate Diploma in Android Programming offers practical and specific skills that can be applied in real world situations. You will gain exposure to invaluable toolkits and resources and prepare real life Android project briefs, which will enable you to improve your work portfolio.

• Flexible online learning. Fitzwilliam Institute’s Postgraduate Diploma in Android Programming course can be completed in your own time, from the comfort of your own home, to suit your lifestyle. You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

• Android Programming Jobs, Networking and Volunteer Opportunities. Benefiting from many years of industry experience, we are extremely well placed within the industry. Employers are always looking for Fitzwilliam Institute’s students and alumni. Fitzwilliam Institute’s website features a comprehensive jobs and volunteer opportunities section.



On successful completion of this course you will receive a Professional Postgraduate Diploma qualification that is certified and awarded by the ICM (Institute of Commercial Management).

Please see "Course Web Page" above for list of subjects.

Criteria for eligibility must be met in full prior to commencing the programme. For successful enrollment on the Postgraduate Diploma course, the minimum entry requirement is a prior Degree level qualification.

Enrolment intake is strictly limited on this course. Early application is advised. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

You will have full access to online resources and subject expert support for two calendar years. However, you can complete the course in as little as 1 year, by dedicating 6-8 hours of study per week.

€1995. To secure your place on the course the full fee is required. All fees must be paid in full before the course begins. Please note, the full course fees are inclusive of all course materials and certification costs.

Start Date: Monday 7 June 2024