The cutting-edge curriculum of the Advanced Diploma in Software Development is specially designed to enhance the practical skills and knowledge of candidates who wish to obtain a job oriented qualification and cater to the demands of the dynamic ICT industry at both local and international levels.

The Advanced Diploma in Software Development also provides a pathway for direct entry into the 3rd (Final) year of a BSc/BEng Honours Degree offered by Northshore College and many other recognised Universities worldwide.

Entry Requirements

• Age should be minimum of 16 years AND
• A/L with 2 passes + Credit Pass for English in O/L or Any other English Language qualifications recognized by Northshore OR
• O/L with 6 passes + Credit Pass for English in O/L or Any other English Language qualifications recognized by Northshore + Foundation Programme in Computing offered by Northshore or Relevant Foundation/Diploma Programmes conducted by any other recognized institutions

Mode of Study & Duration

• Full Time – 18 Months
• Part Time – Weekends – 24 Months

Payments:

Flexible Payment Plans (including monthly payments) and Special Scholarships are available

 Value Addition

Diploma in English Programme will be offered by the Northshore College free of charge to the Advanced Diploma candidates as a value addition

Job Opportunities available for SQA Advanced Diploma Holders

• Associate Software / QA Engineer
• Network Administrator
• Hardware Technician
• Web Designer/Developer
• Lecturer
• Systems Analyst
• IT Executive
• Business Analyst

SQA Advanced Diploma @ Northshore College of Business and Technology

• Globally recognised qualification
• Equivalent to 1st and 2nd years of a UK Honours Degree and certain degree programmes offered locally
• Direct entry into 3rd year of a Computing degree especially from UK, Australia, Canada Universities
• Assignment based assessments.
• Well-equipped computer lab facilities and all other modern amenities
• Real university learning environment
• Job placement opportunities