What is the course about?
The “Full Stack Bootcamp” is a 16-week, full-time training programme run in collaboration with Code Institute that prepares learners for careers in the digital workforce as software developers.
Entry RequirementsYou should have Level 2 equivalent experience or a relevant qualification, including:Prior experience with at least one programming language.Experience creating a basic website, application or programme.A willingness to develop your coding and problem-solving skills.You will also be required to complete a 5–6 hour coding challenge over two days. This will assess your current coding ability and readiness for the course.Admissions ProcessThis course is delivered in partnership with Code Institute.Register your interest with Code Institute and complete their Coding Challenge.If you successfully complete the challenge, Code Institute will refer you to complete an application with WAES.You may then be invited to an admissions interview.During the interview, you will complete:A 15–20 minute programming assessment.English and maths assessments.A wider digital skills assessment.These assessments help us understand your current skills and identify any areas where you may need additional support. Please be prepared to complete all assessments during your interview session.EligibilityTo qualify for this course, you must be unemployed at the time of enrolment.
The Full Stack Development Bootcamp covers the key skills needed to design, build and manage modern web applications. Topics include:HTML & CSS – creating and styling responsive, accessible web pages.Bootstrap – using a responsive front-end framework to build professional website layouts and user interfaces.JavaScript – adding interactivity and functionality to websites, including working with variables, functions, arrays, events and the DOM.Python – developing programming skills and applying Python to web application development.Django Framework – using Django to build dynamic, database-driven web applications, including models, views, templates, URLs and forms.Database Design – understanding relational databases, data modelling, tables, relationships, ER diagrams.Project Management – planning, organising and managing a web development project, including requirements, tasks, milestones, version control and project documentation.Full Stack Project Development – bringing these skills together to plan, develop, test and deploy a complete web application.
Learning takes place on the Code Institute platform with academic support available from facilitators and instructors from WAES. You will be assessed through three projects at different stages of the course, allowing you to demonstrate your skills as you progress:Project 1 – HTML, CSS & Bootstrap: Build a responsive website using HTML, CSS and Bootstrap.Project 2 – JavaScript: Develop an interactive web application using JavaScript.Project 3 – Capstone Project: Plan, develop and present a complete full-stack web application using Python and the Django framework, incorporating database design and project management skills.This is a skills-based programme tailored to specific employer needs. It does not need to a qualification.
You will need access to a computer and an internet connection.
This is a skills-based programme tailored to specific employer needs; it does not lead to a qualification. On the programme, learners are assessed based on three assessed projects that will form their employment portfolio, so that they can be used to present to potential employers when applying for roles such as: Junior Website developer, Python developer, Full stack developer, JavaScript developer, and Web Developer.
Aside from technical skills, this programme also includes career coaching that is designed to enhance graduates' employment prospects.
