Backend Engineering

Category: Engineering

Duration: 8 months

Certificate: Yes

Cost: ₦164,000

Location: Online

Status: Open

About the program

The Backend Engineering program is a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience designed to take learners from the fundamentals of server-side development to job-ready backend engineering proficiency. The program focuses on building secure, scalable, and high-performance systems that power modern web and mobile applications.

Through intensive project-based learning and exposure to real-world backend architectures, databases, and APIs, learners gain practical experience with industry-standard tools, frameworks, and workflows. By the end of the program, students will be able to design, build, and maintain robust backend systems, preparing them for entry-level and junior backend engineering roles, with a strong foundation to advance into full-stack engineering, cloud engineering, or DevOps.

prerequisite

  1. Educational Background:
    • No certificate or degree is required to apply for this Backend Engineering program. The program is open to anyone interested in server-side development and software engineering.
  2. Technical Knowledge::
    • Applicants should have basic computer literacy and a general understanding of how web applications work. Prior programming experience is helpful but not required.
  3. Language Proficiency:
    • The course is conducted in English, so applicants must have a basic understanding of the English language to effectively follow lessons, documentation, and technical discussions.
Dual Pay Plan Full Access Plan Flex Plan
₦ 90, 200 ₦ 164, 000 ₦ 25, 500
Pay in two installments and save ₦44,00 off the total cost. One-time payment. No extra charges. Monthly payments across the course duration.

course outline / Tools

  • Backend Fundamentals 0x01: Introduces backend concepts, server-client architecture, APIs, databases, and the role of backend engineers in building scalable systems.
  • Networking Basics: Covers fundamental networking concepts that explain how data moves across networks and how systems communicate.
  • Databases 0x02: Explores NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, schema design, data modeling, and performance considerations.
  • APIs & Integration 0x01: Focuses on API design principles, input validation, error handling, and testing backend services.
  • E.t.c

Career / Skills You’ll Gain

Prepare to become a backend-focused software professional and qualify for roles such as:

  • Backend Engineer
  • Software Engineer (Backend)
  • API Developer
  • And other backend-focused roles across tech industries

Program Structure

The program is divided into phases to ensure steady skill progression.

Phase 1

Foundations

Months 1–3

Phase 2

Practical Skills

Months 4–6

Phase 3

Applied Projects

Months 7–8