Official Trade Apprenticeship Standard
Software Engineer Apprenticeship Pathway
Everything you need to know about starting a Software Engineer apprenticeship: entry qualifications, wage progression, Levy funding rules, and training provider options.
Apprenticeship Standard Details
DURATION
36 Months
START WAGE
£24,700/yr
SOC CODE
2136
Entry Requirements:
- BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or STEM discipline
- Demonstrated portfolio of full-stack or backend web applications
- Industry certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator)
Typical Learning Modules:
• TypeScript / JavaScript
• Python
• React & Next.js
• Node.js / Go
Certification Outcome
Degree / Professional Accreditation for Software Engineer
Top Training Providers
- Imperial College London
- University of Manchester
- QA Higher Education
Apprenticeship Standards & Source Attribution
Primary Source: Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) Occupational Standards • UK National Apprenticeship Service.
Wage Information: Minimum wage benchmarks reflect the UK National Minimum Wage for Apprentices (2026/27). Qualified pay rates reflect ONS ASHE survey data.
Last Reviewed: August 2026 • Next Review: April 2027
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