It is a program designed to train highly technical professionals capable of designing, developing, and managing scalable software systems and modern cloud infrastructures. You will study programming languages, distributed architectures, cloud-native systems, and cutting-edge backend technologies, with a hands-on approach focused on real-world applications.
BACHELOR’S DEGREE Software & Cloud Architecture
The Bachelor’s Degree in Software & Cloud Architecture is designed for students interested in gaining expertise in the ever-evolving fields of software development and cloud computing. This advanced program combines software engineering principles with an in-depth exploration of cloud technologies and architectures. Students will acquire skills to design, develop, and deploy scalable and efficient software systems on leading cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
Through studying topics like Microservices Architecture and Cloud-Native Application Development, students will learn to create modular and flexible applications designed to fully leverage cloud capabilities. With DevOps Practices & Continuous Delivery, they will learn how to optimize software development and deployment processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing release times.
WHO DELIVERS THE COURSE
H-FARM College
TITLE
Bachelor’s of Science – University of Chichester (180 ECTS)
LANGUAGE
English
AVAILABLE SEATS
40 seats
START AND DURATION
September 2025 (lessons from mid-September to mid-June)
LOCATION
H-FARM Campus – Roncade (TV)
TUITION FEE
EU Students: €11,800.00
Non-EU Students: €18,700.00
Study contributions for non-EU students
LESSONS FORMAT
Full-time, in person
In recent years, the adoption of cloud technologies and software automation has become essential for companies across all industries. The demand for professionals who can design scalable and secure solutions continues to grow.
With a degree in Software & Cloud Architecture, you’ll be prepared to lead digital innovation, meeting the demand for experts capable of integrating the latest cloud technologies and creating resilient and secure software architectures. This course provides you with advanced skills, making you a sought-after professional in an expanding job market.
The program also covers essential areas like Cloud Security & Compliance and Serverless Architectures, ensuring students can design secure and compliant systems while utilizing serverless architectures for simplified resource management. Topics such as Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Hybrid Cloud Solutions will teach students how to automate infrastructure management and integrate it within hybrid cloud environments.
Additionally, through Containerization with Docker & Kubernetes and API Management & Integration, students will develop competencies in container management and API integration, which are fundamental for modern cloud applications. The theme of scalability is addressed with Scalability in Cloud Computing and Cloud Cost Optimization Strategies, equipping students with tools to ensure optimal performance and cost-effective management.
The course also includes advanced topics like Multi-Cloud Strategies for Enterprises and Cloud Automation & Orchestration, preparing students to manage and optimize multi-cloud solutions in complex business environments. Finally, students will learn to design and develop applications like Software as a Service (SaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) Architecture, deepening their understanding of solutions that drive innovation and digital transformation in enterprises.
YEAR I:
BUILD YOUR FOUNDATIONS
CURRICULAR COURSES
One variable calculus – 10 ECTS
Business English – 10 ECTS
Programming – 10 ECTS
Linear algebra – 10 ECTS
Probability – 10 ECTS
Algorithms and Data Structures – 10 ECTS
YEAR II:
DEVELOP YOUR VERTICAL SKILLS
CURRICULAR COURSES
Multivariable calculus – 10 ECTS
Software Engineering – 10 ECTS
Databases – 10 ECTS
Software Design Patterns and Architecture – 10 ECTS
Software Development Methodologies – 10 ECTS
Software Testing and Quality Assurance – 10 ECTS
YEAR III:
GET READY FOR ANY POSSIBLE FUTURE
CURRICULAR COURSES
Software Security and Ethical Hacking – 10 ECTS
Big Data – 10 ECTS
Web and Mobile Application Development – 10 ECTS
Experiential term (Internship, Pre Accelerator Camp, Dissertation) – 30 ECTS
ENHANCING COURSES
The Enhancing Courses of the Bachelor’s Degree in Software & Cloud Architecture for the academic year 2025/2026 are under development. Below, you can find the list of enhancing courses offered in the academic year 2024/2025.
- Research Methods 1
- Presentation Skills, Techniques & Tools
- From Ideation to Presentation: Mastering the Art of Business Creation
- Business English
- Excel: Zero to Hero
- Public Speaking and Debating Skills
- Think Visually, Communicate Strategically
- Introduction to AI
- Ethics of AI
- Foresight and future scenario analysis
- Growth Mindset
- Machine Learning: Zero to Hero
- Data SQL: Zero to Hero
- Generative AI
- Omnichannel: dealing with complex strategies
- Strategic Finance: Planning and Raising Funds for Success
- Leadership and Influencing
- The Exponential Future – Next 10’000 days
- Creation at light speed: Mastering the Art of Building PoCs and MVPs
- Innovation in the Digital Age: Mastering the Art of Business Models
- Network Infrastructures and Protocols
- Cybersecurity Principles and Practices
- IT Governance
OBJECTIVES
This degree program provides the opportunity to acquire solid skills in software engineering, distributed systems architecture, and designing scalable cloud infrastructures.
This degree offers excellent career opportunities, thanks to the development of practical skills through real-world projects using leading cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
Designing secure and resilient cloud solutions, meeting global business needs for scalability and reliability, is (and will continue to be) a top priority for organizations across all sectors.
Enhancing Courses are a series of extra-curricular courses that integrate the knowledge provided by their academic pathway with practical skills of broad application.
Students will learn to understand their skill profile, cultivate a personal learning agenda, and develop a set of knowledge and abilities useful for understanding the needs of businesses.
We believe that the same skills and abilities that are essential for starting a startup, such as leadership, problem-solving, resilience, strategy, risk-taking, and continuous learning, are valuable in any career path.
Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students gain insights, methodology, and tools that can help them succeed as entrepreneurs and in any other profession.
Our study programs are ideal for those seeking to develop a versatile and comprehensive skill set.
Our faculty consists of experienced instructors with international experience, including academics, managers, startup founders, and consultants. Our partners are leading entities in their respective fields, and our alumni are innovators in their workplaces.
To provide our students with the best opportunities to interact with this community, we have created a unique 360-degree learning experience, where learning occurs through continuous dialogue and the exchange of knowledge and experiences with guest speakers and notable personalities, through group projects, case studies, challenges, hackathons, events, networking moments, and inspirational talks.
Thanks to the partnership with Cisco, students enrolled in our STEM programs have access to Cisco Academy’s training content as part of their academic journey. This opportunity allows them to earn prestigious Cisco certifications, enhancing their professional profile.
You will find information about requirements, the selection process, and related timelines in the Admission Notice.
To apply for the Bachelor’s Degree in Software & Cloud Architecture, you need:
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
- Have completed or be currently enrolled in the last year of an Italian high-school, or in Italian institution abroad or
- Have completed or currently be enrolled in an education cycle abroad and have a foreign qualification recognized as suitable for admission.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must possess a language certification at an appropriate level to enroll. The accepted certifications are listed in the application announcement.
In some cases, it will be possible to access the course even without a certified English level. The accepted exemption cases are listed in the application announcement.
Each certification has particular characteristics, if you have doubts about which certification is most suitable for you, consult our Certification Guide.
MATHEMATICS REQUIREMENTS
As proof of mathematical knowledge, applicants are required to submit a completion certificate for one of the following tests during the application process:
- TOLC-E
- SAT
- GMAT
If the applicant does not possess one of the certificates mentioned above, they must take an in-person math test at H-FARM College. Click the button below to learn more.
Admission Process
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You can apply for the course using the form on this page. Within the form, you will need to provide various details, including:
- Your personal information.
- Information about the school you are currently attending and the grades from your fourth year of high school.
- A motivational video in English – watch the video tutorial on how to create a motivational video.
- The English language certificate (if already in your possession).
After submitting your online application, the Admissions Team will contact you to schedule your motivational interview, which will be held in English. Interviews will take place on the dates indicated in the official call.
During the interview, in addition to motivation, academic and extracurricular experiences, your English proficiency will also be assessed.
After the interview, you will receive the outcome of your application via email.
Admitted candidates will have the opportunity to accept the offer and proceed with pre-enrollment or enrollment depending on the cases, as indicated below:
ROUND EARLY DECISION, 1, 2, and 3
Admitted candidates can pre-enroll in the course by either completing the pre-enrollment form received via email or by paying the deposit for the first installment of the tuition fee for the year 2025/2026.
IN OTHER ROUNDS
Admitted candidates can enroll in the course by either completing the enrollment form received via email or by paying the first installment of the fees for the academic year 2025/2026.
For the 2025/26 academic year, 7 application rounds will be available according to the timeline provided in the table below.
H-FARM College will allocate at least 15 spots for the program during Round 6. The Rolling option will only be activated if additional spots are available.
- Online application
- Interview
- Oucomes
- Pre-enrollment
- Enrollment
- EARLY DECISION
- 01/10 – 15/11
- 19/11
- 21/11
- by 28/11
- 01 – 31/07
- ROUND 1
- 16/11 – 15/01
- 17/01
- 21/01
- by 28/01
- 01 – 31/07
- ROUND 2
- 16/01 – 15/03
- 18/03
- 20/03
- by 27/03
- 01 – 31/07
- ROUND 3
- 16/03 – 15/05
- 20/05
- 22/05
- by 29/05
- 01 – 31/07
- ROUND 4
- 16/05 – 30/06
- 02/07
- 04/07
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- 01 – 31/07
- ROUND 5
- 01/07 – 31/07
- 05/08
- 07/08
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- by 19/08
- ROUND 6
- 01/08 – 31/08
- 02/09
- 03/09
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- by 05/09
- ROLLING
- 01/08 – 10/10
- Rolling
- the day following the interview
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- Within 3 days of receiving the result and in any case by 16/10/2025
At the time of the online application, it is not necessary to have the diploma or the English certificate.
These documents must be submitted by the following deadlines:
English Certificate: September 5th, 2025*
Academic Title: October 16th, 2025
Math Level Certificate: September, 5, 2025
*You don’t have your certification yet but want to apply for Round 6 or Rolling? Contact admission.college@h-farm.com — we’ll review your situation to evaluate the possibility of an exception.
Students currently in their fourth year of high school are already eligible to apply for the Software & Cloud Architecture program for the 2026/27 academic year.
To do so, they must complete the form below and follow the procedure outlined in the admission notice, specifically Article 10: “Anticipated admission”.
Applicants who intend to enroll in the program with the recognition of previously earned credits must:
- successfully complete the admission process as outlined in the respective admission calls;
- request credit recognition through the procedure described in this document.
For more information, visit this page or write to admission.college@h-farm.com.
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Access to this program is reserved for student-athletes competing at a national or international level, depending on the sport practiced.
International students — that is, students holding a non-Schengen nationality — will find information about the requirements, selection process, and related timelines in the Admission Process available at the button below.
The fee for the Bachelor’s Degree in Software & Cloud Architecture for the academic year 2025/26 is €11,800 per year.
It is possible to pay the fee in three installments.
A student who pays the tuition fees after the indicated deadline in the contract will incur progressively in a penalty of €100 from the first day to the tenth day after the deadline; a penalty of €200 from the eleventh to the twentieth day after the deadline; a penalty of €200 and a block on the University career from the twenty-first day after the deadline onwards.
1st installment
€5,000 (€780 + €4,220 if you choose to pre-enroll) to be paid during the enrollment process
2nd installment
€3,400 to be paid by January 15, 2026
3rd installment
€3,400 to be paid by May 15, 2026
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Final Experiential Term. For the development of students’ knowledge and skills.
During the second semester of the third year, all students will have the opportunity to apply the skills learned during their course of study by choosing one of the following options:
An internship in a company or organization, in Italy or abroad, accompanied by an intensive week of lectures on research and analysis methods in the business field.
An opportunity to work closely with H-FARM consultants and develop one’s own startup project.
An individual study and research work accompanied by an intensive week of lectures on research and analysis methods in the business field.
There are numerous “JOB ON CAMPUS” opportunities available, providing students with a chance to get involved, develop useful skills, and earn some income during their university years.
For instance, students can apply for positions within LUMINA, an agency structured like a real consulting firm, where professionals and faculty from H-FARM College serve as mentors.
Another opportunity is to join the FARMEDIA team, a media agency that engages in activities typical of the digital communication industry.
FAQ
No, you don’t need prior programming experience, but your math and science knowledge will be assessed during the application process (see the Admissions section for more details). The course starts from the basics and gradually takes you toward advanced skills in coding, DevOps, cloud engineering, and software design. What really matters is your passion for computer science and your willingness to build complex solutions.
You will learn programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java, and Go; work with cloud environments like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; and design APIs, microservices, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), and automated infrastructures. All of this with a strong focus on security, performance, and scalability.
With a degree in Software & Cloud Architecture, you can become a software developer, cloud engineer, backend specialist, DevOps engineer, solution architect, or full-stack developer. These roles are in very high demand across tech companies, startups, software houses, and multinationals investing in cloud computing.
Yes. In addition to technical training, the H-FARM College environment fosters a builder’s mindset: you will work on real projects, collaborate with startups, and be encouraged to innovate. If you want to create digital products, launch a tech company, or lead a development team, this program will give you both the technical foundations and the right entrepreneurial mindset.
When can I take the test?
JANUARY 13, 2025 – 4:00 PM
FEBRUARY 10, 2025 – 4:00 PM
MARCH 10, 2025 – 4:00 PM
APRIL 7, 2025 – 4:00 PM
MAY 12, 2025 – 4:00 PM
JUNE 9, 2025 – 4:00 PM
JULY 14, 2025 – 4:00 PM
AUGUST 4, 2025 – 4:00 PM
AUGUST 25, 2025 – 4:00 PM
The test will be held in the College building at the H-FARM Campus, located at Via A. Olivetti 1, Roncade, 31056. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to ensure you have time to find the College building.
Upon arrival at the Campus, you will need to check in at our Welcome Center, which will direct you to the College building.
Here are some useful details:
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- – The test will be conducted in English.
- – The test duration is 30 minutes.
- – You will not be allowed to use a calculator.
Please note that the math test is an assessment of your skills and does not determine course admission. Candidates who do not pass the test may still begin the course and will be required to attend a supplementary math course.