Computing
Software Development Bootcamp - Codespace (April start)
Campus OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Full time
Duration 5 weeks
Start date
Apr 2023
Course enquiry form
Course overview
CODESPACE
A Bootcamp with a difference!
Many boot camps lack accessibility for many would-be applicants and you may feel you have done a college course or a degree in the past and you haven’t landed your dream job in tech yet.
That’s where Codespace comes in. We know computing is an aptitude, which means if you have looked at some code in the past, perhaps some HTML, CSS, and or some Python as a hobby or on a previous course, then that’s all you need to come on board, and we will help you in to your tech job.
This unique course blends together front and back-end development modules including programming, software testing, PostgreSQL, and more, with career support to get you into work.
After the 6 weeks, you will be ready to apply for a range of junior-level roles in Software and Web development at companies with many starting salaries at £25,000pa.
This unique curriculum has been informed by the Engineering team at 2i testing working alongside students from Edinburgh college.
2i is an inclusive employer that is breaking barriers in the software engineering industry by seeking out talented individuals from a range of backgrounds who don’t need to have a degree in computing to land jobs working in their Engineering team.
This unique collaboration with public sector education means we can financially support; those who find themselves under-employed who perhaps have an HNC/HND or degree already in a non-tech-related subject, women returning to work or upskilling, those from Black and Ethnic backgrounds, or those who want to change career.
Those changing careers or upskilling will find our prices competitive.
The course is delivered online with face-to-face tuition for 18 hours per week. We know it is difficult to juggle life and study, so we keep the course short and intensive at just 7 weeks, but to do this, means applicants need to be ready with some fundamentals skills, in basic, HTML, CSS, some Javascript and some SQL. The internet is a wealth of self-learning materials in these areas, as well as webinars and free courses through Eventbrite and meetup.
If you don’t feel you are ready to undertake Codespace and need a guiding hand through the fundamentals first, then we have a completely free induction course for you to help you know if coding and software engineering is the vocation for you. The free starter course is online, you can work through the materials at your own pace. Use this link to apply Codespace introduction course
everyone is wecome!
If you feel you are eligible for data credits please apply here
Data Skills for Work - Data Skills Credits - for individuals
Those eligible for data credits will NOT be asked to pay the difference and so the course will be free.
The data skills website has more info on who is eligible.
What you will learn- The course is project-driven and you build a dynamic database-driven web application as a portfolio for interviews.
- There are also smaller projects along the way
- technologies include, including HTML, CSS, JQuery, PHP, PostgreSQL, Cypress and more. The curriculum is subject to minor changes to stay industry-relevant.
- Career skills include:
- Workplace collaboration
- CV and portfolio guidance
- Interview technique
- Boardroom skills
- Tackling imposter syndrome (everybody has it)
- Addressing anxiety and improving confidence
How the course is assessed
- Through activities and building your projects
Number of days per week
- 3 days per week, 18 hours intensive course and you will need some homework time put aside as well.
- Note the coruse does not run on the academic holiday weeks.
Entry requirements
- You will need a portfolio on GitHub to be reviewed by the academic team, to be eligible for a place on the course. The portfolio should include a basic website you have built, consisting of a home page, a products page with 6 sample products, a contact form page and a facility for a user to register and log in. Your portfolio should also contain separate examples of programming you have done, e.g tutorials in Python and all code needs to be fully commented.
Please note this website will be used in the course. If you need tuition to build this website or learn to code, then please take the free introduction course first Codespace introduction course, it guides you step by step to building your portfolio.
- Ideally, candidates will have an SCQF level 7 or above qualification already, but it doesn't have to be in a computing subject.
- You need a keen interest and drive to want to do the course and gain employment in the industry.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- We will ask you to show your skills prior to an interview, through a portfolio (You will need a portfolio on GitHub to be reviewed by the academic team, to be eligible for a place on the course. The portfolio should include a basic website you have built, consisting of a home page, a products page with 6 sample products, a contact form page and a facility for a user to register and log in. Your portfolio should also contain separate examples of programming you have done, e.g tutorials in Python and all code needs to be fully commented on.
Please note this website will be used in the course. If you need tuition to build this website or learn to code, then please take the free introduction course first Codespace introduction course, it guides you step by step to building your portfolio.)
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5 but recommend higherProgression and Articulation Routes
- This course is designed for learners to gain employment.
Career options
- In to employment in Software Engineering in a junior or higher role, depending on your other general workplace skills and experience.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus | Full time | 24/04/23 | 5 Weeks |
