Software development

A collection of resources highlighting careers and study routes linked to software development.

This webpage explores the popularity of the programming language Python, with software developers across the world. An interesting read for any students looking to explore software development as a future career.

This written interview with Rotacloud explores the opportunities and career paths for young people wishing to progress into web development.

This forum post provides an insight into the longevity of the programming language Python. An interesting read for those looking at the future of software development.

This link from Prospects takes you to the role profile for a Software Engineer. It provides an overview of salary, role, responsibilities and qualifications.

This link to Prospects provides suggestions of careers linked to a software engineering degree. Including, Applications Developer, Web Designer, Software Tester, Sound Designer, Systems Analyst.

This link from UCAS provides information on how to become a software developer. It suggests typical study routes, role profiles and related jobs.

This link looks at the skills needed to become a developer. To support students to develop these skills, the site provides suggestions of free online courses that provide programming or experience of web development.

This job profile, provided by BBC Bitesize, explores the study path and working life of Pauline, a Coder who freelances and runs her own coding business.

This job profile, provided by BBC Bitesize, explores the study path and working life of Jack, an App Developer at a software development company.

This job profile, provided by BBC Bitesize, explores the study path and working life of Bode, an Apprenticeship Software Engineer.