Course Detail

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Course Summary

Name:
Programming:Taking The Next Step L2
Course Code:
B502
Starting:
Friday 27 February 2026
Location:
Bury Adult Learning Centre
Time:
09:30
Cost:
£0.00 to £191.90

Description:

A pre-course interview with a skills test is required for this course, please contact 0161 253 5772 to arrange.

Bury's expanding digital and creative industries have highlighted the importance of digital skills for residents seeking employment in these fields.

This programming course is designed to enhance your digital skills in computer programming. This course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge in programming models and the program development process, all while working towards a Level 2 qualification.

On this course you will acquire skills that will enable you to deconstruct and logically solve problems. Develop text-based programming skills to design and develop your own computer program.

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Describe the fundamental elements of programming.
Explain how programming environments simplify the process of writing, testing, and refining code.
Determine programming requirements to develop a program that meets client expectations.
Create documentation to meet a programming requirement.
Develop functional programs using appropriate code and syntax.
Test and refine code to ensure it operates correctly.
Create documentation for support and maintenance of a program.
Review and evaluate program offering suggestions for future improvements.

As part of this course you will also need to attend the Further Coding Skills course.

Syllabus
You will follow the Gateway Qualifications Level 2 syllabus, which is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in programming. This syllabus ensures that you gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in programming roles within the digital and creative sector.

By completing this course, you will be better prepared to pursue job opportunities in Bury's digital and creative industries, equipped with the digital skills that are in high demand.

Course information sheet

Time and Duration

Start Date:
Friday 27 February 2026
Start Time:
09:30
Day:
Friday Morning
Lesson Duration:
03:00
Total Weeks:
16

Location

Bury Adult Learning Centre
18 Haymarket Street
Bury
Lancashire
BL9 0AQ
 
0161 253 5772

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0161 253 5772

Bury Adult Learning Service, Bury Adult Learning Centre, 18 Haymarket Street, Bury, Lancashire BL9 0AQ