Programming Introduction Level 1 (Online)
Course Overview
Programming Introduction Level 1 (Online)
This introduction to programming course covers the principles of programming and text-based coding skills. Learn to design, develop, test, document, and review simple programs. Study at home with regular tutor support, all you need is internet access.
This course will teach you to:
Know the basic principles of programming
Be able to design a simple computer program in response to a client brief.
Be able to develop the program using a graphic-based programming language.
Be able to test, document and review the program.
This course can be studied in your own time from home – all you need is access to the internet. You will have access to regular support from tutors.
If you would prefer to study this in class, you can apply for the Programming Level 1.
Located at: Online
Course Start: 19 May 2025
Course length: 10 Weeks
Day(s) of study: Monday, at 9:00am
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QCMSAWPOT4
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
This course costs £150. This course may be FREE to study depending on your circumstances – please see the drop-down option below for more details.
Other funding information
You may be eligible for assistance with expenses such as travel, books, equipment and childcare. For further information please contact Student Services by calling 01226 216 267.
Part-time courses are only available for students who are 19 years old and above. You may not have to pay for this course if you are employed but earn below £23,400 a year, or if you are unemployed and receive Job Seekers Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance or Universal Credit. You will need to provide evidence of your eligibility and this will be required at enrolment.
This course is funded by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and/or West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). You must be living in the South or West Yorkshire regions to qualify for funding.
Course Content
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.
You must be aged 19 or above to study this course.
Upon completion you could progress on to the Level 2 Award in Digital Development.
Other Resources
For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which can be added to your study programme.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
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The course information on this page was last updated 06 May 2025.
