Software Development

This programme is approved through, and forms part of, the University of Derby’s School of Computing and Engineering.<br/><br/>The two-year Foundation Degree reviews all aspects of software design.<br/><br/>The programme is delivered by experienced Higher Education lecturers who have had careers within the Digital and IT sector and who can relate this topic using a diverse range of scenarios.<br/><br/>Although you may only be in classes on two or three days per week, there is an expectation that you will spend the equivalent of a further three days in independent study and undertake a period of mandatory employer engagement to support your studies.<br/><br/>This may involve you being invited in on non-timetabled days or working with employers during weekends to fulfil some elements of the course. Please note that classes can take place over traditional half-term holidays that fall within the identified semester weeks.<br/><br/>The course is regulated by the OfS and the qualification is awarded by the University of Derby.<br/><br/>All students have access to the UDO online platform, the Derby College Group Learning Resources Centre, the University of Derby library, and the College’s Moodle pages.