Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Computing Application Developer – September 2024

Funding information: Free For Eligible 16-18 year olds and First Full L3 for 19+ year olds. Adult Learner Loans available, course costs apply.
Duration: 12 Months
Attendance: Full-time Provision

Course Overview

This course combines both the Pearson Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Computing AND the OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma in IT (App developer). We alternate each year. This course is ideal if you're looking to develop skills to access a range of junior scripting and app development job roles or progression onto degree level course pathways. The modules are designed to develop your skills in building apps, developing websites and other programming solutions, exploring computer programming

Work experience is a key part of this course.

Please note – each course takes one year to complete. Each course is worth 1 ½ A levels. By completing both years you will receive two qualification certificates. For those who are aged 19 or over during the second year, course fees may apply (learning loans are available - please speak to our admissions team for guidance).

This course can also be used to support learners who already have UCAS points and are looking to study a one year full-time qualification to aid with progression to university-level courses.

Course Content

Modules on this course include:

  • · BTEC – Mobile App Development (building apps for Mobile devices)
  • BTEC – Computer Science (programming fundamentals – core concepts using Python)
  • BTEC – Computer Systems (computer hardware – core concepts)
  • BTEC – IT Security (understanding and applying)
  • BTEC – Social Media
  • BTEC – Game Development
  • OCR – Fundamentals of IT
  • OCR – Web Site Design (developing commercial websites)
  • OCR – Games Development (developing computer games prototypes)
  • OCR – Software Engineering (Programming in C++/C#)
  • OCR – Application Design (designing Interfaces and creating applications)
  • OCR- Product Development (implementing skills in an individual project)
  • OCR – Global Information Systems (Examining the use of Global Data systems to support business)
  • OCR – Internet of Everything (exploring this topic and developing solutions)

Entry Requirements

As a starting point we would be looking for candidates with 5 GCSE’s at grade 4 or above including English and maths.

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Assessment Methods

  • Exams
  • Coursework

Progression

This course is designed to support your progression onto a number of higher education computing courses such as development or networking.