Software Developer (Intermediate) - Level 2
Overview
The software developer course will introduce you to computing and includes programming and fundamentals of computer applications, providing a progression route onto a more advanced work-related qualification.
You will develop a range of up-to-date practical skills, such as basic programming, web design and graphic skills.
The course will include studying:
- Programming
- Computer graphics
- Games design
- Website design
- Software development
- The online world
- Website development
On successful completion of the course students will be awarded the Extended Certificate in Information and Creative Technology - Level 2.
Take a virtual tour of our Derby Road campus
West Notts Life
Find out what our students get up to as part of their studies. From industry visitors to trips out and activities; there’s plenty to get involved in alongside gaining a qualification.
Take me there
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs with at least 3 points (grade D) including English, maths and science or equivalent.
16-18 year old applicants:
You will need to supply a copy of your most up-to-date school/college report or a reference from a teacher/employer. Please upload this to your myVISION account by the end of May 2021.
19+ year old applicants:
You will need to supply a written reference either from a recent educational institution or employer. Please upload this to your myVISION account by the end of May 2021. If you are not able to gain a reference, please contact admission@wnc.ac.uk for further advice.
Start dates and fees
You will be given access to all the software and hardware that you will need to complete this course, however we do suggest that you purchase a box file and several plastic document wallets to help you store and present your work. A data stick, although not essential, is also recommended.
| Start Date | Duration | Code | Annual Fee (Age) | Actions |
| 16-18 | over 19 |
| Sep 2021 | 1 yr(s) | 1487A1089 | FREE | £500.00** E | Apply |
E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our adult finance and funding page for more information.
How long is the course?
1 year.
What does the course lead to?
This course will prepare you for employment and provides a good grounding to progress to a more advanced course. With further training or study you could progress to a career as a trainee programmer or software engineer.
What will I study?
Core units underpin your knowledge and support employability as well as give an insight into jobs available in the industry. You will also study subjects which will enable you to develop skills in software engineering, including programming solutions and website development.
Study programmes
It is an entry requirement for some courses to have gained GCSEs A*-C in English and maths (see entry requirements). If the entry requirements to a course do not require A*-C in these subjects, and you haven’t already gained GCSEs A*-C in English and maths before joining us, you will continue to study English and maths as part of your programme and take appropriate qualifications in these subjects with the aim of achieving A* to C grade. In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, every student aged under 19 and studying a full-time course at college will take part in our study programmes alongside their main subject qualification. Find out more.
What can I go on to study?
Careers