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This is a two year programme which is equivalent to three A Levels. Over the next 10 years, there is a requirement for more experienced professionals in the area of software and application development. This course will provide you with practical software, application development and data analytical skills based on current industry needs.
You will be taught by highly experienced staff in our computing labs that are fully equipped with industry standard hardware and software. This course will provide you with software and web development skills and techniques that are used in the real world. The units covered will include application design, product development, web design, software engineering, mobile technology, global information, social media & digital marketing and big data analytics. You will undertake a project based on IOT and mobile development concepts. You will also have an opportunity to sit Microsoft Technology Associate qualifications and other industrial qualifications. Additionally, you will gain skills in Java, Python and C#, Tableau and SQL Server.
Key Areas of study
- Application design & Development (C#)
- Web Design (HTML5 & Css)
- Virtual Reality
- IOT & Mobile Development
4 GCSEs at grade C or above
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) for FE Courses
APL allows you to use evidence from prior learning or experience to gain entry onto a course at Belfast Met. Belfast Met will work with you to make sure that relevant learning or work experience is formally recognised through the APL Process. For more information see Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) Process - Guidance for applicants. If you would like more information, or if you decide you would like to use the APL process, please contact the Course Co-ordinator. Contact details are provided at the end of these slides and on the course details page on Belfast Met website.
Fees:
Academic period 2025:
Academic period 2026*:
Fees are payable annually.
*The fees have not been finalised and may be subject to change.
This course is assessed by examinations and coursework.
Careers
Following the completion of the Extended Diploma you may progress to a Degree / HND / Foundation Degree in Computing / Software Engineering / IT. Alternatively the course may lead to employment within the computing / IT sector.
It is predicted that there will be a shortfall of 10,000 skilled IT workers in Northern Ireland by 2026. Software development is one of the leading areas of IT in Northern Ireland and there is a predicted growth in the areas of Cloud & Application development as well as Data Analytics. Our courses are designed to help you develop your Software, Cloud & Application Development and Data Analytics skills in a meaningful and vocational way and give you the skills to develop your chosen career.
Interests
- Problem Solving
- Technology
- Design
- Computing
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