Software Engineering Bootcamp

Transform Your Career. Become a Software Engineer

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Overview

About the Bootcamp

The Makers Bootcamp is a full time course, lasting 16 weeks, that immerses you in the foundations of modern software engineering.

You’ll learn about web apps, databases, back end and front end, object-oriented programming, test-driven development and many other software and web practices and principles.

This course is suitable for complete beginners, as well as people with some experience.

By the end of the course you’ll be able to work in a team of engineers to build—from scratch—a fully functioning web or mobile app with multiple features.

Why choose us?

We are the original bootcamp

We are the UK’s leading provider of tech training with over 10 years experience, and an award-winning approach to training. We are supported by over 120 of the UK’s most innovative companies to create inclusive routes into tech.

Our personalised programmes and steadfast commitment to equal opportunities guarantees that every person who trains at Makers can Thrive. With us, you not only access pioneering training but also receive expert support every step of the way, setting you up for a successful career in tech.

Join our inclusive community today to unlock endless possibilities for tomorrow.

Method

What will I learn?

The Makers Bootcamp is designed to prepare you to be successful in a range of tech careers. The focus of the Makers training is how to do well in your new career, not just learn how to write code. You’ll learn how to teach yourself new things really fast, with the help of our self-directed learning style.

Your learning at Makers will be supported by generative AI tools, like ChatGPT or Gemini. You’ll also have access to our ‘coach bot’: a GPT-4 powered chatbot that will help you think through problems, without giving you the answers.

By the end of the course you should be able to:

Write clean, efficient code using industry-standard best practices.
Build and deploy applications with confidence in real-world environments.
Work collaboratively using agile methodologies and pair programming.
Solve complex technical challenges through structured problem-solving.
Be job-ready with in-demand skills, preparing you for a career in tech.

Self-led learning

At Makers, your goal is to learn how to teach yourself. You'll practise this skill, with our support, to get really good at it.

Self-led learning is the most useful skill in a career in tech, which changes so fast. You'll face new challenges every day and have to solve them yourself - there won't always be someone there to tell you how to do it.
Learning in a team

In your career in tech you'll work with other people to write software to solve problems. So, learning how to work with other people is as important as learning how to write code.

At Makers, you'll spend a lot of time working in pairs and project teams. You'll also take part in our Emotional Intelligence curriculum, honing your soft skills.
Learning with experts

Learning how to get the most out of your time with experts is another essential workplace skill.

The Makers coaches are there to help you - they're the experts in the room - but it’s better when you try solving problems on your own first. If you're still stuck, then the coaches will be happy to help you get unstuck, but you should try your best to solve it yourself first, just like in the real world.

Pricing

How much does it cost?

Software engineering training

16 weeks

£8,500incl VAT

Training in the effective use of AI tools
24/7 access to our GPT-4-powered coaching bot
Wellbeing support and soft skills training
Careers training during the course
Comprehensive careers support, after the course*
Loan of a Macbook during the course
Option to switch to Cloud/Devops specialism

* up to 6 months.

We offer a 10% discount for gender minorities in tech.

There are Future Earnings Agreements available (i.e. income-sharing deals).

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Location

When and where

Remote

March Bootcamp

Start Date 24/03/2025

End Date 18/07/2025

Duration Mon-Fri (9.00-17.00 Full-time)

£8,500incl VAT

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Remote

May Bootcamp

Start Date 26/05/2025

End Date 19/09/2025

Duration Mon-Fri (9.00-17.00 Full-time)

(Makers will be closed for Summer break from 14th-18th July)

£8,500incl VAT

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Remote

July Bootcamp

Start Date 28/07/2025

End Date 14/11/2025

Duration Mon-Fri (9.00-17:00 Full-Time)

£8,500incl VAT

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Payment options

Our bootcamp courses cost £8,500 incl VAT. Learn more about payment & funding options, including our Income Sharing Agreement Scheme.

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How to apply

Apply

5 minutes

Complete our online form and instantly receive detailed instructions for how to succeed in your application to Makers.

Practice

Up to 3 weeks

Learn the basics of the python programming language, then practice your new knowledge in a series of short exercises.

Review

Up to 2 hours

Now you’ll be ready to put your skills to the test. Complete 4 more small exercises with a 2 hour limit, and show us what you’ve learned.

Interview

30 minutes

You will be sent an email to pick a time suitable for an interview with our selection team to talk through your challenge results and learn a bit more about you.