Age 16-18
- Expert-level adult course in this subject area at New City College.
- Senior software developer roles, web developer positions, or further study in computer science, application development, or software engineering.
Course Overview
Fee disclaimer
- This course is FREE for most students.
- A £30 membership fee applies to all students.
- You may be eligible for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan.
- The course fee listed is the maximum you could pay.
- No payment is required when you apply. After submitting your application, our customer service team will contact you to confirm your eligibility for free or discounted fees and guide you through the next steps.
- You might be surprised at how many ways you can qualify for funding. Check your eligibility here.
Entry requirements
- Basic computer skills
- A good standard of English and maths
- You are expected to complete a five day coding challenge. This will allow you to understand what is expected in the full course and to see whether studying through the online platform is suitable for you. Once you submit your application, you will receive a link to this platform.
- You will also require access to a computer or laptop equipped with camera and broadband internet. During the lessons, you need to ensure that the camera on the device is on to verify your full participation.
Course information
The Software Development Level 3 Diploma (Gateway) builds on the Level 3 Certificate and offers a more advanced understanding of software development, including database management, web development, and application programming.
Suitable for aspiring software developers or those seeking to advance their coding skills in application development, database management, and web development.
Key topics
- Advanced programming
- Database management
- Web development
- Application programming
- Software architecture
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How you are assessed
Assessment is through completion of online coursework/project. -
Next steps
Software development offers a range of career opportunities across multiple industries, from startups to large corporations, as businesses continue to digitise.
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Why study at NCC?
- Expert teaching: Learn from experienced tutors with real-world industry knowledge
- Flexible study options: Part-time, evening and online learning available
- Career progression routes: From entry level to professional qualifications
- Outstanding support: One-to-one advice, wellbeing support and financial guidance
- Ofsted-rated Outstanding: Quality teaching and support you can trust
- Modern facilities: Industry-standard workshops, labs, studios and digital tools
- Employer links: Courses shaped by local and national job market needs
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Dates
Schedule
Max. fee if paid
Start: 25/09/2025
End: 03/07/2026
Tue to Thu (17:30 - 19:30)
£2615.00
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