INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (SECBA)

Level 3
Courses For Industry
eCampus

Overview

This course falls under the South East Cross Border alliance (SECBA). A project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB)

Take your first step into the world of software creation with this practical and engaging introduction to software development. This course is designed for beginners who want to understand how modern software is planned, built, and maintained — from the initial idea through to deployment and testing.

You’ll learn the fundamentals of programming, software design principles, and development methodologies used across the tech industry. Through hands-on projects, you’ll gain experience working with real coding tools and techniques, collaborating on small-scale applications, and developing problem-solving and teamwork skills essential for a career in technology.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however basic software development skills would be advantageous.

Units include:

Understand basic programming concepts
Learn to design and test simple applications
Gain confidence using IT tools for problem-solving
Portfolio-based assessment through guided projects

Assessment for this programme will be through development of a portfolio.

Completing this course opens the door to a wide range of study opportunities in the growing technology and digital industries. Learners will gain the foundational skills and understanding needed to move confidently into level 3 study in this area. Further study at level 3 will deepen your knowledge of advanced programming techniques, software architecture, and professional development practices.

This course provides an excellent foundation for entry-level roles in the technology sector, including Junior Software Developer, Web Developer Assistant, IT Support Technician, Software Tester or QA Assistant.