Overview

Software is the essence of all technology, from smartphones to robots to power stations. Code, algorithms and data structures drive the systems that make modern living possible, and a detailed understanding of these concepts provides considerable career opportunities in a vast array of fields.

In software development, specialists design and enhance software and use the latest technologies, including programming languages, operating systems, networks, distributed computing systems, servers, databases and modelling.

Workers in this domain need to be much more than technical experts. They must be able to think laterally and creatively to solve complex problems, and be able to communicate their solutions to non-technical colleagues and clients while working in interdisciplinary teams with experts in diverse fields.

There is massive potential for developing technological solutions in most areas of human life. Already, technological solutions have started to transform domains including healthcare, communications, agriculture, industrial, entertainment fields and much more. For example, helping doctors to treat a new-born baby, analyzing the huge volume of data from the human genome, tracking jet engines in flight, ensuring that maintenance is planned accordingly, and making online shopping easier and more secure – these are just some of the challenges that Software Engineers/Computer Scientists rise to every day by using their technical analysis, design and programming skills that they learn to create better and more intelligent tools.

Dates and Times

Duration: 12 to 18 Months

Course Start Date: Tuesday 12 September 2023

Timetable: Tuesday [06:00 pm to 08:30 pm], Wednesday [06:00 pm to 08:30 pm]

Weekend Section: Every Saturday [09:30 am to 02:00 pm]

Teaching Mode: Blended (Online & Masterclass) 1 day per week

Drop-in Session: Every Thursday

Why choose us?

• Qualified, experienced, and professional trainer.
• We offer 3 optional units from the vendor certification (Cisco, Microsoft and CompTIA)
• Help students who want to prepare for vendors certification exams
• All of our lessons are provided online via Teams.
• Learners living and working in London are able to study English or Maths Functional Skills with us for free.

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Skills and Knowledge

Technical skills

• Strong proficiency with the principles and functions of programming languages
• Skilled in designing and maintaining new web and mobile applications
• Excellent knowledge of user interface design
• Ability to analyze an organization's overall business and establish how their software is used
• Proficient at identifying an organization's technical requirements, and designing and building software to match
• Able to create architectural plans outlining the structure of new software applications
• Competent in creating, testing, and reviewing new software and fixing problems
• Skilled in explaining to people throughout an organization how the software will affect their work
• General skill requirements
• Skilled at oral and written communication and have good presentation skills
• Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Works well within a team and with little supervision
• Skilled at problem-solving and decision-making

Personal Qualities

• Quick to learn and very practical
• Interested in IT and innovation
• Logical and good at planning
• Careful and meticulous
• Technically innovative

There are no formal entry requirements for candidates undertaking this qualification. However, we need to assess your current level through our internal initial assessment test, and learners are expected to have the following skills or relevant work experience:

Maths and English

All universities require Maths and English GCSE at Grade C/4 or Functional skills level 2. We require you to have at least one of these to join our course and can support you to find a suitable course to gain the other alongside the course.

If you live in London, we can offer Functional Skills courses for free. More information here.

Some universities accept 'equivalency testing' for those who don't have the necessary Maths and English qualifications - read more here.

Contact your local college or Adult Education Service for GCSEs or Functional Skills, these are often free.

Online GCSE providers include ICS Learn www.icslearn.co.uk/courses/gcse-and-igcse/

Age restrictions

The Level 4 qualifications are not approved for use by candidates under the age of 16.

Read more about it here.

Mandatory

• Project management
• Effective communication in business
• Systems development
• Personal and professional development

Level 4 Diploma in Software Development (Diploma for ICT Professionals – Systems and Principles)

• Principles of ICT system and data security
• Database design concepts
• Object-oriented programming
• Mathematics for Software Development
• Requirement analysis & system specifications

Course Fee: £5,420

There are three options available for funding:

• Our course is fully funded by the Advanced Learner Loan. Our team will assist you to apply for the loan. More information here.
• Self–Funding: you can fund the course yourself if you are unable to access a learner loan.
  • The fees for self-funded learner is: £3,800 [25% upfront]
  • If you do Level 3 and Level 4 with us, the fees is: £6,000 [30% upfront]
• Employer Funding: you may be able to approach your employer for funding if you are already working in the sector. Learners often combine working with the course.
• If you will be self-funding, the course fee may be reduced and you will be able to pay in instalments. Please speak to our advisers for more details.

Mediprospects operates a MATRIX accredited (Since 2012) Information Advice and Guidance Service available to everyone who visits the centre without any costs. Our career advisers are trained to find out about your future aspirations and map out how you can get there.

If you are unsure about your next steps in learning, work or career, our advisers can help you to make the best decisions for you.

Information, Advice, and Guidance (IAG) service can help you to:

• Find out what you are skilled at
• Decide about your career
• Find work
• Find learning opportunities
• Build confidence
• Prepare CV
• Get ready for job interviews
• Further study
• And much more

This qualification is ideal for those working or interested in progression to further study.

Md A Sobur

MSc degree in Network and Security. CCIE Security written exam, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). Four years of teaching experience as a lecturer in UK universities and colleges.

Majed Pramanik

He has graduated with an MSC from the University of St Andrews and is an expert in software development. He has extensive experience in maintaining data ownership in a safe-haven environment and ETL management.

Dr Md Mahmudul Hasan

He is an expert in building data-driven AI products with more than 12+ years of experience. He has completed his PhD in Artificial Intelligence from Anglia Ruskin University, funded by the EU. He did an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Essex, UK.

Brian Tyler

He has strong experience delivering Management NVQs to level 5 and ILM training at that level. He is also an expert in managing and leading IQA.

1. Are there any entry requirements for the access course?

Candidates undertaking this qualification are expected to have either one or more following qualifications (or similar):

• Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles (7540-13)
• GCSE
• C&G Maths, English, ICT
• Industry experience

Age restrictions

The Level 4 qualifications are not approved for use by candidates under the age of 16.

Read more about it here.

2. Can I get funding to cover the whole cost of the course?

If you live in England, you may be entitled to a non-means-tested Student Loan to cover the whole cost of the course.

3. When does the course begin?

11th of September.

4. How long does the course last?

Approximately between 12-18 months.

5. How will the course be assessed? Are there any exams?

The set assignment or portfolio. Some units have a paired centre devised (please see individual units for details). Level 4 Diploma for ICT Professionals - Systems and Principles (7630-04) (cityandguilds.com)

6. Will I get help to apply for university?

Absolutely, we will take you through the whole process. We are a registered UCAS centre and will submit your application along with a reference from us, electronically.

7. Will I have to travel to lessons?

No, all of our lessons are delivered online by our trainers.

8. Can I apply for the course if I need additional support with my studies?

Yes, of course. We will discuss your needs with you and where possible, put a support plan in place.

9. Is there an age limit on studying for Network Engineering (Level 4 Diploma for ICT)?

This Level 4 qualification is suitable for a wide age range starting at 16.

10. What will I study in the Network Engineering (Level 4 Diploma for ICT)?

A great range of interesting units, the unit details section to take a quick look.

11. Will I get support with learning differences such as Dyslexia at university?

Absolutely; read more about funding here and guidance here.

12. What kind of jobs can I apply with Network Engineering (Level 4 Diploma for ICT)?

This qualification is designed for candidates who seek to progress to senior or supervisory roles in the ICT and Telecoms sector, either within the ICT and Telecoms industry or with organisations requiring highly skilled ICT and Telecoms professionals.

13. Is the course recognized by UK universities?

The majority of universities accept. Read more about it here.

14. What opportunities are there for employment or progression after I have finished studying Network Engineering (Level 4 in ICT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals)?

Employment

• Network design or management
• ICT or telecommunications integration
• Information or systems management

15. What opportunities are there for employment or progression after I have finished studying with Software Development (Level 4 in ICT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals) qualification?

• Systems or data analysts
• Systems or software development
• Human computer interaction design
• ICT software testing
• Systems integration
• Web development and management