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Software Development Diploma
Software developers are creative team members who continually build, test, and maintain programmes and applications that power modern businesses. Develop your expertise with our diploma, which combines programming languages and testing techniques through flexible, practical training that builds on your passion, with support at each step.
Start Date
Flexible
Study Type
Online, Hybrid or Incentre
Duration
190 Hours
Training Type
Diploma
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Code powers modern life. Behind every website, app, and digital system lies the work of skilled developers who solve complex problems through programming.
Tech companies, from startups to enterprise organisations, seek qualified developers who can create reliable software solutions. Your skills could help build web applications, develop custom business systems, test software quality, or maintain critical code bases.
Working as a software developer means applying analytical thinking to technical challenges. You’ll turn requirements into functional code, implement programming best practices, debug complex issues, and collaborate with development teams—all requiring both technical expertise and methodical problem-solving.
This diploma builds on your coding familiarity with practical skills that employers value. You’ll progress from programming fundamentals through HTML/CSS and JavaScript to advanced application development. With an elective in Python, Java, or SQL, you’ll customise your learning path to match your career interests.
is this right for you?
The diploma programme suits several situations:
- Those with basic coding experience are ready for professional development
- Self-taught coders seeking practical skills for today’s job market
- Tech enthusiasts looking to enhance their capabilities
- CV builders seeking to add in-demand technical qualifications
- Busy individuals requiring flexible study options with personal support
award & associatedQualifications
Upon successful completion, you'll earn 190 CPD points, a professional credential that validates your skills to employers and demonstrates your commitment to ongoing learning.
Aims and Objectives As the tech sector continues to be one of the fastest growing employment sectors with a significant shortfall in qualified software developers and coders, this unique training course will empower you to secure a role as a developer, programmer, or software tester.
Courses Included Software Development Courses
IT Specialist – HTML and CSS
The HTML and CSS course is excellent for those looking to gain employability skills in the area of web development.
Software Development Courses
IT Specialist – HTML5 Application Development
The HTML5 Application Development course consists of three major areas: Hypertext Mark-up Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and Javascript.
Software Development Courses
IT Specialist – JavaScript
This JavaScript course is excellent for those looking to gain valuable introductory JavaScript skills and improve their employability prospects in the areas of designing and…
IT Courses (incl. A+)
Programming Fundamentals
This course is an introduction to programming concepts and is ideal for anyone who wishes to learn how to program but doesn't have a background…
Elective Courses
Software Development Courses
IT Specialist – Java
This Java course is excellent for those wanting to learn how to code in Java, a powerful object-oriented programming language.
Software Development Courses
IT Specialist – Python
IT Specialist - Python teaches this versatile programming language which can be used to power websites, build games, and even program hardware.
Business Management Courses
SQL for Data Analysts
In this course, you’ll learn the essentials of Structured Query Language (SQL), a programming language used to extract and organise data stored in relational databases.
Pre-Requisites Some previous experience or familiarity with coding is recommended. Speak to one of our Course Advisors for further information.
Finance Options Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: –
Self-Funded:
- Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
- You could opt to pay upfront.
Company Funded:
Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.
What we can help with:
- Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
- Tailored personnel letters
- Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).
Funding & Grants:
There may be the opportunity to apply for funded grants that can help towards the cost of training. These include the Skills Development Scotland ITAs and the ReAct programme in Wales. All schemes will have different terms and conditions that will need to be met in order to qualify for a grant and these are managed by each individual centre.
We’d recommend you speak to a Course Advisor in your local centre to find out whether they are registered to offer any such schemes and discuss your requirements further.
* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.
Career Path On completion of this diploma programme you could look towards a rewarding career in IT programming or development. With the IT industry ever changing you can be sure of a wide range of career progression options.
Your SOFTWARE Breakthrough Starts Here
Interested in coding? Looking for a career change? Simply after better opportunities? Our Software Development Diploma delivers the practical know-how that UK employers value.
Discover how 190 hours of flexible training can transform your professional trajectory.
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