Become an Apptrepreneur
Apptrepreneur = App + Entrepreneur
Launch your career in App Development, coding and Web Design with an accredited 1-year national qualification in App Development.
1 Year Coding Bootcamp
R24 995
OR
R2 495 per module
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Your stepping stone to an amazing career
From Zero to Job-Ready in 12 Months!
What is this Course About?
Apptrepreneur is an accredited App Development course that is aimed at preparing you to be an exceptional App Developer, Website Designer or Software Developer.
On completion of the course you will receive a National Certificate in Systems Development (SAQA ID:48872, NQF level 5, 131 credits).
What will I learn?
In this module you will write your first lines of code and learn the basics of coding apps and websites. You will be introduced to two coding languages: HTML and CSS.
Apps you will Build:
Image Gallery App
In this module you will learn to develop your first apps. You will start off with a basic app, and progress towards more complete and amazing apps. You will take your HTML and CSS skills much further.
App you will build:
Superhero App
Online Store App
In this module you will learn how develop apps that respond to the size of a devices screen.
Apps you will build:
Pine City Zoo App
Pine City Mall App
In this module you will learn how to make use of colors and designs in a way that works together with your app and looks good.
Apps you will build:
Recipe Book
Restaurant Menu App
In this module you will learn how to implement “drag-and-drop” functionality into your apps and websites. You will do this by developing two fun apps that use drag-and-drop.
Apps you will build:
Funny People
World Map
Puzzle App
In this module you will learn how to add basic animations to your websites and apps using nothing more than HMTL and CSS. You will do this by creating an app that provides information about the Solar System.
Apps you will build:
Solar System
In this module you will learn how to add hover effects on images using CSS.
Apps you will build:
Travel the World
In this module you will learn how to develop websites using the popular platform, WordPress.
Websites you will build:
Portfolio Site
eCommerce Site
In this module you will take your first steps in coding with JavaScript.
Apps you will build:
Calculator App
In this module you will learn how to access and make use of JavaScript’s Time functions.
Apps you will build:
Countdown Timer App
World Clock App
In this module you will learn how to fetch data from a server and display it in an app
Apps you will build:
Advanced Recipe Book
In this module you will learn how to use the Bootstrap framework for CSS to improve the design of your apps and websites.
Apps you will build:
Image Gallery Plus
Mini Blog App
In this module you will learn how to develop apps that can fetch and add data to a database.
Apps you will build:
Contact Book App
Meet Your Instructor
I’m Bilal Kathrada, the founder of IT Varsity. My own struggles in finding a job as a Java developer due to lack of experience led me to start IT Varsity. I envisioned an institute that would bridge the gap between education and industry demands, providing practical skills and preparing students for the job market. Today, I’m dedicated to empowering aspiring IT professionals and revolutionizing IT education.
Study Mode
Online learning and assessments
Duration
12 Months
Admission Requirement
Ideally the student is required to have completed grade 12. Don’t have a Matric certificate? Talk to us.
Learning Material
All learning material included in tuition fees
Support
Online via email, chat, forums and webinars
Difficulty Level
Beginner
Certification
An NQF 5 Certificate from the MICT SETA is awarded on completion
Course Fee
R24 995 or
R2 500 per module
What Skills Will I Learn?
You will learn to:
- Create beautiful, user friendly apps for the web and for mobile devices
- Analyse client needs
- Plan and develop your apps
- Use various software development tools used by experienced software developers in order to streamline and simplify the development process
- Test and debug your app
- Take your products to market
What are My Career Options?
This course will prepare you for a career in:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Data Analytics
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- System Analysis
Whether you choose to work for a company or start your own business, you will have all the required skills.
How Do the Assessments Work?
The assessment process covers
- Measure the quality of the observed practical performance as well as the theory and underpinning knowledge behind it;
- Use methods that are varied to allow the learner to display thinking and decision making in the demonstration of practical performance;
- Maintain a balance between practical performance and theoretical assessment methods to ensure each is measured in accordance with the level of the qualification; and
- Ensure that the relationship between practical and theoretical is not fixed but varies according to the outcomes being assessed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Apptrepreneur is accredited by the MICT SETA and by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
By successfully completing the course you will receive a National Certificate in Systems Development (SAQA ID 48872, 131 credits, NQF level 5).
Not at all. In this course we will assume that you have never written a single line of code in your life. All you need to know is how to use a computer and an internet browser.
No matric, no problem! You can still study with us by applying for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Give us a shout to find out how.
Not at all! There is an old myth that you have to be good at maths to be a coder.
Anyone can learn to code, even kids.
We do not offer bursaries, but if you need one, we will be happy to submit an application to various funders on your behalf. Please contact us for more info.
Need more info?
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