In practical terms, the qualification gives learners the technical skills to gain employment and develop a careerin a rapidly growing, sustainable economic sector. There are in excess of 2.1 million jobs in the tech sector in the UK and every week 90k of these are unfilled roles in web/software development. The sector is growing 2.6 times faster than all other economic sectors in the UK.
Diploma in Web Application Development (Code Institute)
- Course Type: Diploma/Certificate
What can this course lead to?
Who is it for?
This course delivers the practical skills to design, develop, build and test a web-based software application.
The content aims to develop your abilities and proficiency in the most relevant and sought-after coding languages and tools for frontend and backend development.
You will learn industry-ready skills to take up roles across software/web application developer, full-stack/front-end/back-end developer, QA engineer or Software support engineers.
You do not need prior coding experience.
What is covered?
User-Centric Frontend Development
This unit aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to build a front end web application. It includes understanding the principles of responsive design, documentation and effective layout of content.
Interactive Frontend Development
This unit aims to develop the knowledge and skills needed to build a dynamic, interactive Frontend web application. It includes understanding user input and control when interacting with a web application. It also includes understanding the principles of manual testing for debugging.
Data-Centric Development
This focuses on understanding and developing the practical skills to build a Back End web application. Topics covered include data storage and data management using relational and non-relational databases.
Full Stack Frameworks with Django
Learners build on their existing skills and learn how to integrate them effectively to build a Full Stack web application. The unit covers the use of frameworks, APIs, automated testing, persistent storage, user authentication and eCommerce functionality.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- You must be aged 19 or over
- Applicants must complete the 5-step coding challenge set by Code Institute
- Applicants will complete an interview to determine suitability
- Applicants should have a working knowledge of the English language both written and verbal.
Learners will also require access to a computer or laptop and broadband connection.
This course is a collaborative effort with the highly regarded Code Institute, which is renowned for providing individuals with the coding skills required to transition to a career in software
development within one year.
– Zero to Hero: No previous coding experience is required, over 80% of learners have never coded before joining.
– Fully Supported: Learners are supported every step of the way with regular check-ins from student care, access to 1:1 technical tutoring and mentorship.
– Career Support: Gain a competitive edge with access to the Career Programme, where learners receive 1:1 career coaching, mentoring, masterclasses with tech employers, and exclusive access to over 1000+ global hiring partners.
You will be assessed through four projects which cover different aspects of web application development. Each milestone project is designed to build knowledge and skills for the key stages of building a fully-functioning web application using a full-stack framework. These projects form a portfolio which showcases learners’ practical skills, knowledge and competency to employers.
The work is marked internally by University Centre Peterborough and then verified externally by Gateway Qualifications. All units are marked Pass, Merit or Distinction.
Course information
Start Date
7th October 2024, 2nd December 2024, 27th January 2025, 17th March 2025
Fees
The cost of the course is £5,421, and it is fully fundable through the Advanced Learner Loan mechanism.
Advanced Learner Loans supports the cost of your course fees are available to the following students:
- Learners aged 19 to 23 who already hold a full Level 3 qualification
- Learners aged 24 and over
Students taking out an Advanced Learner Loan may also be eligible for support towards equipment, uniform, transport costs and some childcare funding through the Learner Support Fund.
We have dedicated Advisors within the Finance Team who can help you with the application process.
You can contact the finance team by e-mailing finance@ieg.ac.uk.
Information on how the loan can be found on the gov.uk website. Please contact enquiries@ucp.ac.uk for further information on the criteria.
Duration
Delivered entirely online in 52 weeks. Flexible study mode, learners are fully supported 7 days a week, from technical to career tutoring.
Validated by
Gateway Qualifications
Tariff points
75 credits / 750 hours
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