Software Development in C# - Skills Bootcamp
Sign up for our Software Development in C# - FREE Skills Bootcamp and kickstart your career in tech as a Junior C# Developer. You can learn over 13 weeks in Manchester, Leeds, or from the comfort of your own home.
Learn the skills you need to become a C# Software Developer
Our Software Development Bootcamp in C# is designed for those eager to embark on a career in tech, offering a comprehensive curriculum in software development using C#. This programme is not just about learning to code; it's about acquiring all the developer skills you need to thrive in a dynamic job market. C# Software Development differs from our other bootcamps and is ideal for those wanting to focus more on Web APIs, enterprise applications or back end systems.Â
Average salaries in the UK for Junior C# developers is £27,500 according to IT Jobs Watch, increasing to £60,000 for C# developers, according to DevIT Jobs, and after the Northcoders bootcamp you can get a Full-stack Web Developer role to design, develop, and maintain ASP.NET Core systems and databases.
You can go on to these job roles following the bootcamp with Mobile and Windows Developer being a short step away and Game Development needing slightly more steps:Â
Mobile Application Developer: Develop mobile apps using Xamarin.
Game Developer: Develop games for various platforms using C# and Unity.
Windows Application Developer: Create applications for Windows OS.
Want to know more about the day to day of the bootcamp? You can find out more here.
Please note, the C# course requires learners to have Windows for the operating system.
Skills Eligibility Checker
In just one minute you can check your eligibility for the Skills for Life bootcamp.
If you’re not eligible we do have self funded options available.
Start date
17th February 2025
- You can learn in Manchester, Leeds, or from the comfort of your home
Duration
13 weeks
- Monday-Friday, 08:30 - 17:00
Price
FREE
Applications open
- You must live in England, be over 19 and fulfil the eligibility criteria
- Don't live in England? Find out more about our self-funded courses here
Software Development in C#
An industry-led experience
Our course is constantly updated to match the skills employers tell us they want, and taught by our experts.
A career-first approach
Build a portfolio to impress, with seven specialist career sessions led by our Career Development experts.
Support from the day you apply
We'll help you get started with code for free with unique content to help you navigate your first few weeks. You'll also have access to our online support network with tutors on hand to answer your questions.
Designed to help you adapt
You’ll learn C# as well as other technologies such as SQL, databases, APIs plus modern tooling and development team approaches such as agile, all of which should prepare them to hit the ground running.
What you’ll learn
Introduction Week
Week 1
You'll learn C# basics, tools and IDEs, types, git version control, debugging, dependency management and breaking down problems.
Fundamentals
Weeks 2-5
Data Management & Web Backends
Weeks 6-9
Introductory Frontend Development
Week 10
Project Phase
Weeks 11-12
Consolidation
Week 13
Introduction Week
You'll learn C# basics, tools and IDEs, types, git version control, debugging, dependency management and breaking down problems.
Fundamentals
You'll learn about Object Orientated Programming pillars of abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance and polymorphism. Interfaces, type parameters, generics, testing and Test Driven Development, error handling, input/output, functional programming and LINQ, as well as design patterns and data structures.
Data Management & Web Backends
This will be focused on databases using Microsoft SQL Server, database design, ADO.NET, ORMS and Entity Framework, HTTP and building APIs using ASP.NET Core. Basic introduction to security, authentication and authorisation. You'll also look at cloud services and cloud deployment (primarily AWS) and an intro to systems architecture.
Introductory Frontend Development
This block includes a light introduction to building frontend websites using basic HTML/CSS, and serving HTML using Blazor with ASP.NET Core.
Project Phase
A group project, bringing it all together to build a full-stack app using agile practices.
Consolidation
A look back over the programme and a look ahead at other technologies to learn following the program and what your next learning steps could be.
Course dates
Course Full
4th November 2024
Manchester, Leeds & Remote
Applications Now Open
17th February 2025
Manchester, Leeds & Remote
Payment options
Free scholarship
To qualify for the Scholarship, you must be:
- Aged 19 or older on 31st August 2024
- Live in England
- Have the right to work in the UK. You can verify this on gov.uk/viewright-to-work
- Meet residency requirements - more info is available here Residency Eligibility section
- Not have done a government-funded Skills Bootcamp recently
- Be able to commit to the course on a full-time basis
- Pass our Entry Challenge
- Must be looking to actively search for a job immediately after graduating
- Not have already taken part in previous formal education similar to chosen bootcamp (to ensure sufficient new learning opportunities)
If you don't meet the eligibility above, then find out more about our self-funded courses here
If your application is successful, you will join our bootcamp with no fees or hidden costs to pay.Â
Please keep in mind that you will need to have your own laptop in order to complete the course.
"Mentors and tutors were true guardians for us students, they were always there to help us and very open to understanding our struggles and guiding us throughout the entire journey."
Ezisberta
Customer Service to Software Developer
"The support was great throughout. The team were always approachable and knowledgeable. The cohort was very supportive of each other too!"
Cameron
Chef to Junior SDET
"My time on the bootcamp was a productive, fun experience, I learned so much! It has been brilliant being able to put it into practice."
Steven
Track Maintenance Worker to Software Developer
"Mentors and tutors were true guardians for us students, they were always there to help us and very open to understanding our struggles and guiding us throughout the entire journey."
Ezisberta
Customer Service to Software Developer
"The support was great throughout. The team were always approachable and knowledgeable. The cohort was very supportive of each other too!"
Cameron
Chef to Junior SDET
FAQs
What time do your courses run each day?
Our coding bootcamp runs full-time from 8:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.
How many contact hours will I get?
You'll get a whopping 480 contact hours while you're at Northcoders. That's what you will need to fully prepare you for a career in tech.
Will I get a mentor?
Yes, you will have a dedicated mentor for each part of the course.
How much experience do I need?
None. You can apply to our bootcamps with no prior experience (although you might enjoy getting started prior to application!) If you've never coded before, we will help you get started and help you discover whether it is right for you before you commit to the course, and support you every step of the way.
Do I need any qualifications to do this course?Â
No. We're far more interested in what you want to achieve. This course is designed for people from any and all walks of life who are interested in starting a new career in tech, regardless of what you have done before.
How do I get a place on the course?
First, you’ll need to apply. We’ll review your application and decide whether to offer you an Entry Challenge. If you’re successful, we’ll send you our preparation materials. They’re designed to be fun, and are suitable for people who have never coded before. We’ll be there every step of the way to support you and help you decide whether you want to enrol on the coding bootcamp. Finally, to secure your place, you’ll complete our Entry Challenge. It’s relaxed, and you’ll be able to refer to your notes or look things up online. What we’re looking for is your drive to learn to code, and your aptitude for problem-solving.Â
Do you offer part-time courses?
We offer a 30-week part-time bootcamp, please note this is only available self-funded.
How many Skills Bootcamps can I do?
You can do as many Skills Bootcamps as you like, but only one per each financial year (April to March). Your new Skills Bootcamp must also not have any overlap with any previous ones. As all Northcoders coding bootcamps teach to the same level, taking you from beginner to junior developer, you will only be eligible for one Skills Bootcamp with us.
What are Skills Bootcamps?
Skills Bootcamps are free courses funded by the Department for Education. Northcoders offers government-funded scholarship places as part of the Skills Bootcamp scheme on all of our full-time coding bootcamps. Upon completion of one of our courses on a Skills Bootcamp place, you are guaranteed a job interview within the tech industry.
What operating system will I need?
For C# course, you will need Windows, if this is not possible, we'd recommend the Software Development Bootcamp in Java.