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Explore the key advantages and distinctive value our Professional Programme offers to aspiring software developers.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Dive into essential topics from programming basics to software project management, ensuring a holistic learning experience.

Hands-On Learning

Engage in real-world coding exercises and projects to build practical skills and a professional portfolio.

Career Advancement Support

Benefit from tailored workshops designed to prepare you for job interviews and successful career progression.

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Programme Overview

The Software Development Fundamentals Programme is designed for beginners, aspiring software developers, graduates, professionals, and career changers seeking to enter the technology industry.

The programme provides a solid foundation in programming, software engineering principles, web development, databases, application development, version control, testing, and software project management.

Students will gain practical experience through coding exercises, software projects, and real-world development scenarios while building a professional portfolio that can be presented to employers.

This programme prepares learners for careers in:

Software Development
Web Development
Application Development
Technical Support
Quality Assurance Testing
Software Engineering
IT Services
Digital Technology

Duration

14 Weeks (3.5 Months)

Study Commitment

2 Live Sessions Per Week
Coding Labs
Practical Assignments
Software Projects
Career Development Workshops

Delivery Mode

✅ Live Online Classes

✅ Hands-On Coding Labs

✅ Real-World Software Projects

✅ Industry Case Studies

Programme Fee

Standard Tuition Fee

£1,995

Early Bird Fee

£1,795

Registration Fee

£50

Flexible Payment Plan

£500 Deposit
Balance payable in 3 monthly installments

Course Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Software Development

Week 1

Topics Covered

Introduction to Software Development
Software Development Career Paths
Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Types of Software Applications
Software Industry Overview
Problem Solving Fundamentals

Practical Exercise

Software Project Planning Activity

Learning Outcome

Understand the software development profession and project lifecycle.

Module 2: Programming Fundamentals

Weeks 2 – 3

Topics Covered

Programming Logic
Variables & Data Types
Operators
Conditional Statements
Loops
Functions
Basic Algorithms

Programming Language

Python

Practical Workshop

Build Simple Console Applications

Learning Outcome

Write basic programs and solve simple computational problems.

Module 3: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Week 4

Topics Covered

Classes & Objects
Encapsulation
Inheritance
Polymorphism
Abstraction
OOP Best Practices

Practical Project

Student Management System

Learning Outcome

Develop applications using object-oriented programming concepts.

Module 4: Data Structures & Algorithms Fundamentals

Week 5

Topics Covered

Arrays
Lists
Dictionaries
Stacks & Queues
Searching Algorithms
Sorting Algorithms

Practical Workshop

Data Processing Applications

Learning Outcome

Use data structures and algorithms to improve software efficiency.

Module 5: Web Development Fundamentals

Weeks 6 – 7

Topics Covered

Introduction to Web Development
HTML5
CSS3
Responsive Design
JavaScript Basics
Web Page Structure

Practical Project

Personal Portfolio Website

Learning Outcome

Create professional and responsive web pages.

Module 6: Database Fundamentals

Week 8

Topics Covered

Database Concepts
Relational Databases
SQL Fundamentals
CRUD Operations
Database Design
Data Management

Practical Workshop

Database Creation Project

Learning Outcome

Design and manage simple databases.

Module 7: Software Testing & Debugging

Week 9

Topics Covered

Software Quality Assurance
Debugging Techniques
Unit Testing
Functional Testing
Error Handling
Software Documentation

Practical Exercise

Application Testing Project

Learning Outcome

Identify and resolve software defects effectively.

Module 8: Version Control & Collaborative Development

Week 10

Topics Covered

Git Fundamentals
GitHub
Version Control Concepts
Branching & Merging
Collaborative Development
Code Reviews

Practical Workshop

GitHub Team Collaboration Exercise

Learning Outcome

Manage source code using industry-standard tools.

Module 9: Backend Development Fundamentals

Week 11

Topics Covered

Introduction to APIs
Client-Server Architecture
Backend Development Concepts
REST APIs
Authentication Basics
Web Application Architecture

Practical Project

Simple API Development

Learning Outcome

Understand backend application development.

Module 10: Software Project Management & Agile Development

Week 12

Topics Covered

Agile Methodology
Scrum Fundamentals
Project Planning
User Stories
Sprint Management
Software Documentation

Practical Workshop

Agile Project Simulation

Learning Outcome

Work effectively within software development teams.

Module 11: Cloud & Modern Software Development

Week 13

Topics Covered

Cloud Computing Basics
Software Deployment Concepts
DevOps Fundamentals
CI/CD Overview
Modern Development Tools
Industry Trends

Practical Activity

Application Deployment Exercise

Learning Outcome

Understand modern software delivery practices.

Module 12: Employability & Capstone Project

Week 14

Topics Covered

Software Development Career Pathways
Building a Developer Portfolio
Technical CV Development
LinkedIn Optimization
Technical Interview Preparation
Freelancing Opportunities

Capstone Project

Develop and present a complete software application.

Project Deliverables

Application Design Document
Database Design
Front-End Interface
Backend Functionality
Testing Documentation
GitHub Repository
Final Presentation

Final Assessment

Coding Assessment
Software Project Evaluation
Professional Presentation

Software & Technologies Covered

Programming Languages

Python
HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
SQL

Development Tools

Visual Studio Code
Git
GitHub
MySQL
Postman

Cloud & Deployment Awareness

GitHub Pages
Render
Cloud Fundamentals

Professional Certifications Awarded

GDSL Professional Certificate in

Software Development Fundamentals

Additional Certificates

Programming Fundamentals
Web Development Essentials
Database Fundamentals
Git & Version Control
Software Testing & Quality Assurance

Practical Projects Included

✅ Calculator Application

✅ Student Management System

✅ Personal Portfolio Website

✅ Database Management Project

✅ API Development Project

✅ Software Development Capstone Project

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Development Roles

Junior Software Developer
Junior Web Developer
Application Support Developer
Software Development Intern

IT Roles

Technical Support Specialist
IT Support Technician
Software Tester
Quality Assurance Assistant

Digital Roles

Front-End Developer (Junior)
Website Administrator
Digital Solutions Assistant

Freelance Opportunities

Website Development
Software Maintenance
Small Business Application Development

Entry Requirements

Suitable For

School Leavers
University Students
Graduates
Engineers
IT Professionals
Career Changers
Entrepreneurs

No Previous Programming Experience Required

Basic computer literacy is recommended.

Programme Benefits

Every Student Receives

✅ Hands-On Coding Experience

✅ Software Development Portfolio

✅ GitHub Project Repository

✅ Career Coaching

✅ Technical CV Development

✅ Interview Preparation

✅ LinkedIn Optimization

✅ Professional Certification

Why Choose GDSL?

💻 Beginner-Friendly Curriculum

🚀 Industry-Relevant Programming Skills

🌐 Web & Software Development Focus

📂 Professional Portfolio Development

🔧 Practical Coding Projects

🎓 Professional Certification

💼 Career Development Support

🌍 Globally Employable Digital Skills

Duration

14 Weeks

Tuition Fee

£1,995

Delivery Mode

Live Online + Coding Labs

Next Intake

Monthly

Included

Python Programming
Web Development
Databases & SQL
Git & GitHub
Software Testing
Agile Development
Cloud Fundamentals
Career Development Support

Ideal Candidates

💻 Aspiring Software Developers

🎓 Students & Graduates

⚙️ Engineers Seeking Digital Skills

📈 Professionals Transitioning to Tech

🚀 Entrepreneurs

🔄 Career Changers

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