Software Developer Apprenticeship Level 4

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This programme will involve creating and testing simple and high-quality code to develop software.

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Course Information

As an apprentice you will work as a software developer to create and test simple and high-quality across front-end, logic and database layers. You will likely work as part of a larger team and will have responsibility for some of the straightforward elements of the overall project. In addition, you will interpret design documentation and specifications.

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Benefits / Skills

  • Writing high-quality code with sound syntax
  • Developing user interfaces
  • Linking databases and sets of data
  • Testing code and correcting errors
  • Solving problems
  • Designing data models and software designs
  • Developing software
  • Deploying code into enterprise environments
  • Entry Requirements

    The employer will agree entry requirements for these apprenticeships and these will depend on the role that they are advertising.

    Please check that you meet all essential criteria before applying for a position, you can find the details of these on the full vacancy description (links below). If you are unsure about this please contact the Apprenticeship Recruitment Team on 0113 284 6464.

    Career Progression

    Web Developer

    As a web developer you will build websites using a variety of programming languages and web technologies such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript. In addition, you will create visually appealing sites that are user-friendly.

    Progression opportunities

    Below are some Leeds City College apprenticeships you could potentially progress on to once you have completed this programme:

  • Network Engineer Apprenticeship Level 4
  • Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship Level 6
  • Operations/Departmental Manager Apprenticeship Level 5
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    Course Details

    Study Type

    Full time

    Course Code

    71820-01

    Course Facts

    History

    The primary programming language within companies at the minute is JavaScript.

    Extra Curriculum

    97.7% of our apprentices found our staff enthusiastic, knowledgeable and able to answer all relevant questions.

    Labour Market

    The average salary for a software developer is £30,975.

    Course FAQs

    What will an apprentice gain by the end of the programme?

    Apprentices will achieve a qualification which may vary depending on which apprenticeship they have completed. The main benefit for an apprentice is the work experience they gain and the majority and confidence that comes with that. Though there is no guarantee of a job at the end of an apprenticeship, many of our apprentices are kept on for permanent positions, a higher level apprenticeship, or further training by their employers.

    Will my child still have the opportunity to attend college?

    Each of our apprenticeships are delivered differently and have been tailored to the industry they are related to. Information on delivery can be seen on each course page under the delivery method section.

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