You will be assessed using a range of methods such as practical tasks and written coursework within a portfolio of evidence. This portfolio will be used to determine your grade.
This course will start on Monday 24 April 2023. This course will run for 10 weeks between 1pm and 4pm.
There is no requirement for you to have achieved any qualifications or units prior to undertaking this qualification. However, a reasonable standard of computing skills will be required.
Level 1 Award in Introduction to Programming
This single unit qualification is designed to allow you to learn about the principles of computer programming to understand how programming works. You will develop text-based programming skills to design and develop your own computer program.
This course will teach you to:
Please note that this course can be studied either in our SciTech Digital Innovation Hub or in the Urban Classroom, Market Kitchen (Barnsley town centre). We will discuss this further with you when you enrol. The course will run again in January 2023 and April 2023.
You will be assessed using a range of methods such as practical tasks and written coursework within a portfolio of evidence. This portfolio will be used to determine your grade.
All equipment will be provided
Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Centre
Old Mill Lane
Barnsley
S70 2LA
Upon completion you could progress on to the Level 2 Award in Digital Development which will start in January 2023.
This course is free for all learners.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Please contact them on +44 (0)1226 216 769.
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.