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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
Full Software Engineer Career Guide
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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