Free Level 3 Technical Level IT: Programming Course in Liverpool. Classes run full-time during the day at The Studio School Liverpool. Entry requires a grade 7 or above in Mathematics. Over 18 months, you'll develop programming skills across software development, problem-solving, and computational thinking. The AQA Level 3 Technical Level IT: Programming qualification is recognised by employers and universities as a rigorous technical qualification. It can lead directly into a career as a software developer or support progression to a degree in computer science or software engineering.
You'll write and debug code in one or more programming languages.
You'll design algorithms to solve computational problems.
You'll apply object-oriented programming principles to software projects.
You'll work with data structures and understand how they affect program performance.
You'll develop and test software applications through a structured project.
You'll analyse problems and translate requirements into working code.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching, practical coding exercises, and project work. Assessment for the AQA Technical Level IT: Programming qualification includes written exams and a substantial programming project. The project requires you to plan, build, and evaluate a software solution. Your teacher will guide you through both the theory and the hands-on development work throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Studio School Liverpool will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Software developer: write and maintain code for apps or systems.
Junior web developer: build and update websites and web applications.
IT support technician: troubleshoot software and systems issues.
Test analyst: find and report bugs in software before release.
Games developer: create and programme interactive games.
Database developer: design and manage data storage systems.
What you could study next
Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering: the natural next step if you want to deepen your programming knowledge and open graduate-level roles.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing: a Level 4 qualification if you prefer a vocational route into industry.
Degree Apprenticeship in Software Engineering: combines paid work with a degree-level qualification in software development.
