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Web Development

The Web Development Minor at Eastern Illinois University prepares students to design, develop, and maintain modern websites and web applications through hands-on coursework in UI/UX design, HTML/CSS, content management systems, search engine optimization, databases, and interactive programming. Students gain practical experience with front-end and back-end web technologies while developing the skills needed for careers in web development, web design, digital marketing, and e-commerce.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person
Credit Hours
18 Total, 18 in Major
Careers
Developers, Web, Designers
Web Development students at EIU

Why Study Web Development at EIU?

  • Develop highly marketable skills in web development, web design, UI/UX, and digital communication through hands-on, project-based learning
  • Learn both front-end and back-end web technologies, giving you a versatile skill set applicable across multiple industries
  • Build a professional portfolio of websites and web applications that demonstrates technical expertise and creative problem-solving
  • The minor complements EIU's Digital Media Technology major, allowing students to combine web development skills with a broader digital media foundation
  • Small class sizes and personalized faculty support provide opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and career preparation
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Design and develop responsive websites using industry-standard web development tools, coding languages, and best practices
  • Create user-centered digital experiences by applying UI/UX principles to real-world web development projects
  • Develop and manage websites using content management systems while learning how organizations publish and maintain digital content
  • Apply search engine optimization techniques and web analytics tools to improve website visibility, performance, and user engagement
  • Build interactive and data-driven web projects that showcase front-end design, programming, and problem-solving skills in a professional portfolio
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Hands-On Experience, Web Development students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Web Development Minor at Eastern Illinois University prepares students to design, develop, and maintain modern websites and web applications. Students gain hands-on experience in front-end and back-end web development, user interface and user experience (UI/UX) design, HTML and CSS coding, content management systems, search engine optimization, database management, and interactive programming.

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$86,537
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Web Developers
  • Web & Digital Interface Designers
  • Graphic Designers

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Conventional

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Jay Grabiec
Instructor | Photographer | Program Coordinator of BSc in Digital Media Technology
jjgrabiec@eiu.edu
1021 Klehm Hall
217-581-7592
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Gabe Grant
Professor and Chairperson
gjgrant@eiu.edu
1030 Klehm Hall
217-581-5762
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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