Level 3 Software Development Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 38 weeks, giving you time to build your skills at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll cover the principles and practices behind writing, testing, and maintaining software. Topics include programming concepts, software design, and development tools used in the industry. This level 3 software development qualification is awarded by Gateway Qualifications.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll write and test code using industry-standard programming languages.
You'll apply software design principles to plan and structure applications.
You'll use development tools and environments to build working software.
You'll understand how software projects are managed and documented.
You'll identify and fix errors in code through debugging techniques.
You'll explore how software systems communicate and integrate with each other.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Poplar Campus. Teaching combines tutor-led instruction with practical coding exercises. Assessment is through coursework and project-based tasks that demonstrate your ability to design and develop software. You'll build a portfolio of work over the 38 weeks that shows what you can do.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Software developer: write and maintain code for applications and systems.
Junior web developer: build and update websites and web-based tools.
Software tester: check code quality and report bugs before release.
IT support technician: troubleshoot software and systems for organisations.
Junior application developer: create apps for desktop or mobile platforms.
Technical support analyst: resolve software issues for business users.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate or Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing or Software Development: a natural next step if you want to deepen your technical knowledge and move into more senior development roles.
Degree-level study in Computer Science or Software Engineering: many universities accept relevant Level 3 qualifications for entry onto undergraduate programmes.
Vendor certifications (such as Microsoft, AWS, or CompTIA): short professional qualifications that strengthen your CV for specific technical roles.
