Software Development apprenticeships
Our Software apprenticeships provide the talent needed to code, test, and deploy innovative software tailored to business needs. Enable faster innovation, automation, and delivery of digital products to give your organisation a competitive edge.
Our Software Development programmes
Our software and web development apprenticeships turn you into a coding expert. Use your logic and creative flair to create apps, websites, games – you name it.
Junior Developer Level 3
Course summary
Our Junior Developer Level 3 apprenticeship develops digital skills and provide the technical grounding needed to become a well-rounded, entry-level programmer.
Software Engineer Level 4
Course summary
Our Software Engineer Level 4 Apprenticeship gives learners advance skills and technical grounding to design, test and maintain software and web systems.
Apprenticeship testimonials and learner stories
“We’ve been blown away with the quality of the candidates that have been put in front of us. If these candidates are representative of the level of the capabilities that are coming out of the schools in Scotland I think we are in an extremely good place as a nation and a tech nation for the future.”
“We’re creating a level playing field with QA. We can bring employees in from stores and build up their foundations in data. We have amazing opportunities in our technology team, like consumer analytics.”
“We chose QA because of their ability to tailor apprenticeship programmes to suit our specific needs.”
“We highly recommend apprenticeship programmes to any businesses that have yet to explore this opportunity.”
“Apprenticeships are a good opportunity for individuals looking to make a career in IT. We see apprenticeships as investing in young people. We like the idea of growing our own talent within the company. This gives them a good grounding on learning, and gives us time to make sure they are the right people for our company.”
“We did not expect apprentices to move into core roles so quickly!”
Keren's Story - Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice
Struggling to find a learning style that works for you? Keren chose a Digital Technology Solutions degree apprenticeship because her hands-on approach didn’t align with the traditional university route. Working as a Business Analyst at NatWest, she’s able to apply her learning directly to her role, gaining real-world experience and financial freedom while continuously growing her skills.
Kerr's Story - Software Development Apprentice
Kerr’s journey through his Level 8 Software Development Apprenticeship has not only given him valuable work experience but has also boosted his confidence. From initially being shy and unsure, Kerr now helps train new starters at NatWest and takes on key responsibilities in his team.
Why QA Apprenticeships?
AI skills. Built in.
AI is for everyone, not just technical teams. Every QA apprenticeship includes Microsoft Copilot training for every learner, at no extra cost, delivering AI readiness that benefits your entire organisation.
Flexible durations
Our apprenticeship programme timelines are not set in stone – flexible options for Level 3-5 apprenticeships deliver the skills you need, when you need them. Talk to our experts to find out more.
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