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App developer apprenticeships

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App developer apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • a university course
  • an apprenticeship
  • a graduate training scheme


    • University

    You could do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in: 

    • computer science
    • software engineering
    • computer applications development 
    • mathematics 
    • financial technology

    You'll usually need 1 or 2 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma. You'll also need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree.  

    Apprenticeship

    You can do a few apprenticeships in the topic, such as Level 4 Software developer apprenticeship or a Creative digital design professional degree apprenticeship.

    To get onto an apprenticeship, you'll find it useful to have 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A-Levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship.

    Other Routes
    You may be able to apply for a place on a graduate training scheme  with an IT company if you have a degree. These are often open to non-IT graduates as well as those with a computing qualification, where you start as a junior developer and get training on the job. You can build up your skills and knowledge using free online learning resources for programming languages and apps development. You'll also find it useful to have an understanding of Agile project development methods. 

    Professional and industry bodies
    You could join The Chartered Institute for IT and the Institution of Analysts and Programmers, for professional development and training opportunities.

    App developer apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • maths knowledge for understanding programming 
    • the ability to write computer programs 
    • analytical thinking skills 
    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • the ability to come up with new ways of doing things 
    • knowledge of systems 
    • analysis and development complex 
    • problem-solving skills 
    • persistence and determination 
    • to have a thorough understanding of computer systems and applications

    App developer apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    You may: 

    • develop new apps or create 'mobile-friendly' versions of websites 
    • work with other developers, designers and copywriters 
    • design prototypes to suit client needs 
    • write or amend computer code 
    • test software, find faults and fix problems 
    • write accurate notes about the development process 
    • keep up to date with new technology trends and tools
    Working environment
    You could work in an office or at a client's business.

    Career path and progression - App developer apprenticeships

    You could move into systems analysis, or be promoted to a senior app developer or applications project manager. You could also become self-employed, offering your services through contracting in most areas of the economy, for example business, finance, cyber security, telecommunications and healthcare.

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    Considering an Apprenticeship?

    There are lots of benefits to apprenticeships, here are our top 5:

    • Paid Training
      Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
    • Range of career opportunities
      There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
    • Earn & learn
      As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday and sick pay.
    • Great career prospects
      Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
    • Learn on the job
      There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job - whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables or building engines!

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