Foundation Apprenticeship in Information Technology: Software Development NPA (SCQF level 6)
NPACity of Glasgow College
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Course description
THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS IN S6 (1 YEAR PROGRAMME)
Scotland is highly dependent on its IT & Telecoms workforce. It is the combination of our highly skilled IT & Telecoms professionals, technology-savvy business leaders and competent IT users that enable Scottish organisations to succeed in the global digital economy.
In this Foundation Apprenticeship students will learn the fundamental protocols behind the software development and design process, from concept to scoping functional requirements, user testing and design. Participants will gain practical insight to key industry sectors such as web development, apps development and business solutions.
This programme includes workplace learning, where you will be able to build on the knowledge you have gained. Whilst on placement with an employer you will learn about the technical architecture of their IT or Telecom system, understand how it functions, discover how to perform maintenance and test the system. You will work with your work placement supervisor and employer to plan, design and development a software application suited to the needs of the employer.
Entry requirements
Candidates intending to leave school at the end of S6 with minimum of one or more Highers in relevant subject areas and Nat 5's. Essential criteria:
- Achieved or working towards Higher (A-C) in relevant subject areas - Information Technology, Maths, Computing Science or similar by end of S6.
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Venue details
City Campus
190 Cathedral Street
Glasgow
G4 0RF