Software Development
This course is suited to people who are creative, analytical and logical and who are interested in computers and like solving real life problems. It provides the opportunity to train for a career in Software/App/Games Development/Programming and Testing. It gives learners the chance to design and code software apps, develop websites and database systems. Learners also enhance communication, leadership and interpersonal skills in the key group project based on agile development methodologies that are widely used in industry.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
38 Weeks
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: The learner will have the capacity to take responsibility for his/her own learning within the managed environment provided by the training provider.
Previous Experience: The learner may be progressing onto this programme from community education, Youthreach, second level education or other formal or informal learning. The learner may or may not have had a positive experience of education in the past but will have expressed an interest in learning new things and practicing new skills. It is expected that the learner will have a range of learning styles, strengths and needs related to the programme.
Careers / Further progression
• Opportunities on Tech Apprenticeships and Traineeships may be on offer. Please visit apprenticeship.ie and fit.ie for more details.
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026 End Date: 28/05/2027
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration and examination fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview.
SUSI is Ireland’s national awarding authority for further and higher education grants. We offer support to eligible students in approved courses at PLC, undergraduate and postgraduate levels and in some cases, to students studying outside Ireland. www.susi.ie
Access is provided to the College PC Maintenance lab that provides hands on access to configure computers across multiple operating systems along with virtual machine platforms. With an ongoing skills shortage for Computer Programmers ICT Graduates are most likely to get jobs and are the highest earners (HEA).
Learning Outcomes
• To facilitate the learner to explore Software Development with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment
• To facilitate the learner to design, develop and test software components and systems in a workplace environment
• To facilitate the learner to work as a team member under supervision, while contributing to the workflow for the finished product
• To provide a programme of learning that is vocational in nature and flexible in structure so that the learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her academic and vocational literacy, numerical, ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme
• To afford the learner opportunities to enhance his/her confidence and ability to develop the skills to reach his/her full potential
• To facilitate the learner to further develop his/her interpersonal, team working, problem solving and time management skills, as appropriate, so that the learner is enabled to take responsibility for his/her own learning and to support progression including future participation in education and employment
• To provide the learner with vocationally specific knowledge, skill and competence at this level, thus affording the learner the opportunity to progress to programmes leading to awards at level 6 or above
• To facilitate the learner to reflect on and evaluate his/her performance while participating in the programme
Title Award Awarding Body
Communications Level 5 Communications (5N0690) QQI
Database Methods Database Methods (5N0783) QQI
Personal Professional Development Personal & Professional Development (5N2985) QQI
Web Authoring Web Authoring (5N1910) QQI
Software Architecture Software Architecture (5N2772) QQI
Word Processing Word Processing (5N1358) QQI
Fundamentals Of Object Oriented Programming Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming (5N0541) QQI
Maths For Information Technology Maths for Information Technology (5N18396) QQI
Development of Key Skills
Building on Key Skills
5M0529 - Software Development.
Award: QQI Level 5 Software Development - 5M0529.
Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie