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No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

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Build & Apply Advanced iOS Apps with Swift Specialization

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Build & Apply Advanced iOS Apps with Swift Specialization

Advanced iOS App Development With Swift.

Build scalable, interactive iOS apps using Swift, UIKit, APIs, and real-world projects.

Instructor: EDUCBA

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4 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Design and build scalable, multi-screen iOS applications using Swift and UIKit.
Implement data persistence, gestures, and API integration in real-world apps.
Develop and deploy production-style iOS projects suitable for professional portfolios.

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Tools you'll learn

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Specialization - 4 course series

This Specialization equips learners with advanced, job-ready skills in iOS application development using Swift and industry-standard frameworks. Learners progress from mastering core UI components and data-driven layouts to implementing persistent storage, gesture-based interactions, API integration, and scalable app architectures. Through structured, hands-on learning and a real-world social media clone project, learners gain practical experience aligned with professional iOS workflows, preparing them for advanced roles in mobile application development and portfolio-ready project delivery.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will complete multiple hands-on projects, including a fully functional photo-sharing social application, applying Swift, UIKit, Core Data, gestures, and APIs to solve real-world mobile development challenges. These projects emphasize end-to-end development, clean architecture, and production-style problem solving.

Build iOS Apps with Swift UI Components

Course 1, 12 hours

What you'll learn

Build and manage iOS UI components using Swift and UIKit.
Implement table views, collection views, and navigation between view controllers.
Create dynamic, data-driven layouts and handle user interactions effectively.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Data Validation

Category: Application Development

Category: User Interface (UI) Design

Category: Code Reusability

Category: Application Lifecycle Management

Apply Intermediate iOS Development with Swift Core Features

Course 2, 12 hours

What you'll learn

Design multi-screen iOS apps with secure data flow between view controllers.
Persist and manage app data using Core Data and Swift logic.
Build adaptive iOS interfaces using Auto Layout and dynamic UI components.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Application Design

Category: iOS Development

Category: Data Modeling

Category: Secure Coding

Advanced iOS Development with Swift, Gestures & APIs

Course 3, 12 hours

What you'll learn

Analyze Swift structures, control flow, and data models for scalable iOS apps.
Implement advanced UI components, gestures, and custom interactive elements.
Integrate web services and manage app lifecycle for responsive, data-driven apps.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Application Programming Interface (API)

Category: Swift Programming

Category: Apple iOS

Category: Data Persistence

Category: Data Modeling

Category: Application Lifecycle Management

Category: User Interface (UI)

Category: UI Components

Category: Application Development

Category: Storyboarding

Category: Mobile Development

Category: JSON

Category: User Interface (UI) Design

Category: iOS Development

Category: Programming Principles

Category: Web Services

Build a Photo-Sharing Social App in iOS (Swift)

Course 4, 10 hours

What you'll learn

Analyze iOS app architecture and design secure authentication flows.
Build social networking features including follow, unfollow, posts, and feeds.
Implement a complete Instagram-style feed with real backend integration.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Swift Programming

Category: Apple iOS

Category: Authentications

Category: Debugging

Category: User Accounts

Category: User Interface (UI)

Category: Mobile Development

Category: User Interface (UI) Design

Category: Application Design

Category: UI Components

Category: User Flows

Category: iOS Development

Category: Software Architecture

Category: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

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Frequently asked questions

The Specialization typically requires approximately 19 to 20 weeks to complete, assuming a commitment of 3–4 hours per week. This flexible schedule allows learners to progress at a steady pace while balancing other academic or professional responsibilities, with sufficient time to engage in hands-on projects, practice advanced iOS development concepts, and build real-world applications.

Learners should have a basic understanding of Swift programming and familiarity with fundamental iOS development concepts, such as Xcode, view controllers, and simple UI components. Prior exposure to UIKit or introductory mobile app development is helpful but not mandatory, as core concepts are reinforced throughout the Specialization.

Yes. The courses are designed to be taken in a structured sequence, progressing from foundational UI development to intermediate core features and advanced interaction-driven applications. Following the recommended order ensures a smooth learning curve and prepares learners for the real-world project-based course at the end.

Upon completion, learners will be able to design, build, and deploy advanced iOS applications using Swift, UIKit, Core Data, gestures, and APIs. They will confidently create scalable, multi-screen apps, implement real-world features such as authentication and social feeds, and develop portfolio-ready projects aligned with professional iOS development standards.