AAQ Advanced National in Computing: Application Development (Certificate)

Course summary

This is a Level-3 industry-relevant qualification designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed for application development in real contexts. It is an academically rigorous yet practically oriented course that balances theory (exams) with applied coursework (NEA) in software/app/web development, UX, design, implementation and deployment. Award Example (5 Units) Year 12 units: • Fundamentals of Application Development (E) • Developing Application Software (E) • Designing & Communicating UX/UI Solutions (C) Year 13 units could include: • Website Development (C) • Software Development (C) Other applied units based on centre choice and resource availability. This qualification supports progression to higher education (especially in Computing, Software Engineering, Digital Media) or direct entry into roles such as junior developer, app/web developer, software tester, or technician roles. It gives a strong foundation in applied programming, design, deployment and professional practices.