Short CourseFull-time

HTQ in Software Developer

London South Bank UniversityLondon, United Kingdom
Level
Short Course
Duration
1 year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Engineering
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
5.5 overall

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Software developers contribute to an increasing number of products in every home and workplace from your phone to your fridge; as a result, software development skills are no longer confined to the tech industry. That is why highly skilled, well-trained, and qualified Software Engineers and Technicians are constantly sought-after by employers in every sector. This one-year Level 4 in software development is an advanced, technical qualification, co-designed by London South Bank University (LSBU) and leading industry employers. It is an integration of a validated existing BSc IT degree mapped to the occupational standards and skills knowledge and behaviours required by software employers. This industry-led qualification equips you with the specialised IT and computing knowledge and skills needed for a direct route to Higher Education, including direct entry to London South Bank University’s second year of its Computer Science or Information Technology Bachelor’s degree, but also directly into employment or as a springboard to changing your career direction. Through immersive working, you will gain professional-level competencies in a range of key areas, including designing, developing, testing and documenting software; analysing and specifying requirements for the implementation of a range of computing and information systems; effectively using formal notations and graphical and numerical representations for data and processes; analysing systems for potential security weaknesses and proposing mitigating measures; and understanding the fundamental principles that underpin computer systems. Visits to local projects and workplaces are integrated within the course, and students will be able to access some of London South Bank University’s specialist facilities and benefit from the expertise of the University lecturers via master classes and other activities, whilst studying in small groups in a supportive College environment. Why study Software Development Programming? star Study this course at the new London South Bank Technical college (LSBTC) in Nine Elms, London’s buzzing Zone 1. briefcase This is a practical, work-based course designed in partnership with businesses across London and co-developed with London South Bank University. wrench You can take part in industry-related enrichment visits and experiences to enhance your learning experience. Work on live project briefs, get equipment demonstrations, with an opportunity to attend events and get work experience. desktop Successful completion of this course gives you direct entry onto the second years of the BSc (Hons) Computer Science or Information Technology degree programmes at London South Bank University. Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Full-time 1 year September 5989 Apply Now Location London South Bank Technical College Campus The London South Bank Technical College Campus is located at Nine Elms, Belmore St, London SW8 2JY

Entry requirements

GCSEC/4 · Subjects: Mathematics, English

English language requirements

IELTS5.5 overall

IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent.

Fees

UK students: £7,500 per year

Start dates

September

Campus

  • London South Bank Technical College, United Kingdom

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Scholarships at London South Bank University

8 for this level
  • Chevening Scholarships
  • LSBU Loyalty Award20% of fees
  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship£5,000.00 (US$ 6,457)
  • Sports Scholarships
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TuitionGBP 7,500
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Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 27,182

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