As the tech ecosystem continues to evolve, innovators are required who are able to develop cutting-edge solutions that draw from engineering principles and programming skills. In this landscape, the fast-growing field of software development offers some of the most lucrative and exciting career opportunities, with companies seeking tech professionals who can solve 21st-century problems.
In the tech industry, the key to success is to learn agilely, stay up-to-date with disruptive technology, and develop knowledge that will help you advance to the next level. With a world-class curriculum, the ALX Software Engineering programme will prepare you for a successful career in one of the most in-demand fields on the planet.
What career will this programme prepare me for?
Front-End Engineer
Back-End Engineer
Full-Stack Engineer
Graphics Engineer
DevOps Engineer
Mobile App Developer
Embedded System Engineer
Cyber Security Engineer
Systems Administrator
World-Class Quality, ALX Sponsored.
Our partnerships allow us to offer eligible candidates access to world-class training with all programme costs waived. For all successfully accepted learners, ALX charges a one-time administration fee to confirm enrollment into the programme. Sponsored and self-funded placements available now.
Problem- solve using coding and other forms of technology
Develop design systems and gather information on project limitations, capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.
Model a system or application to help developers write the code that is needed
Calculate, recommend, and plan computer specifications, layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications through analysis and recommendation
Analyse system capabilities and requirements by storing, retrieving, and manipulating data
Key professional competencies such as project management, critical thinking, creative problem solving, interview techniques, communication and collaboration skills
The ALX Journey
There are plenty of programmes that teach tech skills. At ALX, our “secret sauce” comes from our career-focused approach to learning. We aim to develop well-rounded tech professionals who are equipped with both the professional and technical skills that enable them to thrive in the most in-demand, high-growth industries.
Gain Access to The ROOM
Our Prestigious Talent Community to Power Your Future
An unrivalled community offering incredible support to accelerate your future career in tech. Utilising the best of virtual community building through our dedicated portal, combined with exclusive in-person experiences, events and opportunities.
Programme Details
Requirements
12 months, 70 hours/week
Access to a laptop or desktop.
Access to a stable internet connection
Proficiency in written and spoken English
Between 18-34 years of age
Experience
Build your foundations to thrive in the modern world of work
Engage in a hybrid learning experience with both in-person and online elements to help you succeed
Gain access to The ROOM Fellowship, our prestigious talent community that offers world-class events, perks and rewards, and lifelong learning
Understand multiple programming languages and develop front-end and back-end specialisation
What's next?
Receive a Software Engineer Certification
Join our global tech talent community and continue your career journey
Build your foundations to thrive in the modern world of work
Engage in a hybrid learning experience with both in-person and online elements to help you succeed
Gain access to The ROOM Fellowship, our prestigious talent community that offers world-class events, perks and rewards, and lifelong learning
Understand multiple programming languages and develop front-end and back-end specialisation
What's next?
Receive a Software Engineer Certification
Join our global tech talent community and continue your career journey
Hear From Our Community
“ALX got me to step out of the norm into a totally different industry. I could never have imagined that I would be studying Software Engineering.”
— Busisiwe Duma, South Africa
“The program is challenging, but the hard things in life are the things that lead you further.”
— Jemima, South Africa
“Don’t let your gender define what you do. There are always unlimited opportunities - so with this ALX course I just took it.”
— Rufaro Razuwika, South Africa
ALX Young Leaders On The Move
FAQs
What is your selection process like?
The ALX Selection Process is a two-step online process. First applicants will be required to complete a registration form which will take a few minutes to complete. Once this has been submitted, applicants will be directed to our online application platform. The application will take approximately 90 mins to complete and consists of three sections; including an English proficiency test. Applicants will also receive access to the online application via email. Your link to the application is personal and therefore cannot be shared.
When will I hear if I’m accepted?
ALX programmes have a set number of cohort seats and in order to ensure you stand the best possible chance of getting accepted into the programme we recommend you apply as early as possible. The ALX selection period is split into two halves. Learners who apply before 9th August will receive feedback on their registration by 16th August. Learners who apply later than 9th August will receive feedback by 12th September.
What does ‘fully sponsored’ mean? Will I still need to pay the administration fee?
With the support of our partners, ALX is able to offer young African talent access to world-class, high quality programmes to help them build their skills to be successful in the digital workforce of tomorrow. This means that if you meet our eligibility requirements, and if you are able to successfully motivate for the program to be fully sponsored, you will not need to pay the programme costs which range from $7,500 USD to $49,000 USD for African students. You will need to pay our one-off administration fee to enroll into your programme, meaning that once you are accepted into your programme of choice, you are required to pay this one-time fee in order to continue into your course.
When will I need to pay?
Learners will be asked to complete their one-time payment when confirming their enrollment into the programme, no later than two weeks after receiving their confirmation of acceptance.
How does payment work?
Learners will be asked to complete their one-time payment when confirming their enrollment into the programme. Learners will receive an email to confirm acceptance into their selected programme from selection@alx.app. From this email you will be able to access our dedicated payment portal to pay your fee. This will be the only time that ALX will request payment for an administration fee from its sponsored learners - if you receive any other communication around selection fees or application fees, please notify us on legal@theroom.com.
ALX does not offer the option to pay for our administration fee in instalments at this time.
ALX has the following payment terms: For our part time Introduction to Software Engineering, payment will be due from one month before the programme start date, and no later than 5 business days before the programme start date.
For our full time Software Engineering programme, payment will be due after successful completion of month-1 of the programme.
For our Data Analytics, AWS Cloud Computing and Salesforce Administrator programmes, payment is due within two weeks of receiving the notification of acceptance into the programme.
You can either pay for the ALX Administration fee yourself or have someone pay for you on your behalf. We accept all major credit cards, apple and google pay, paypal and mobile payment options. You will have the option to pay in local currency or in USD.
Can I pay in my local currency?
Learners can choose to pay either in their local currency or in USD.
Will I be able to pay through a local payment provider?
ALX accepts a wide variety of payment providers.
Egypt: Debit and Credit Cards, Applepay, Googlepay, Fawrypay
Ethiopia: Debit and Credit Cards
Ghana: Debit and Credit Cards, Applepay, Googlepay, MTN, Vodafone, Airtel
Kenya: Debit and Credit Cards, mpesa, Airtel
Morocco: Debit and Credit Cards, Applepay, Googlepay
Nigeria: Debit and Credit Cards, Bank Transfer, Applepay, Googlepay, POS, USSD, NQR, Bank transfer, eNaira, PayAttitude, Paga
Rwanda: Debit and Credit Cards, MTN, Airtel
South Africa: Debit and Credit Cards, Nedbank, FNBm Absa, Standard Bank, Investec, African bank, bidvest bank, thymebank, 1voucher, Applepay, Googlepay, Zapper
What happens if I drop out or am unable to complete the course, will I receive a refund?
The registration fee is a non-refundable, one-time fee that is charged prior to starting your programme. You will not receive a refund if you are unable to complete the programme, however you will be able to defer to a later cohort. Please note that the deferment cut off date is at the end of week 2 of your programme. After this date you will not be able to select to defer and will be considered as having dropped out of your programme. If you do decide to defer to another cohort, you will not be required to pay the administration fee again.
I am unable to start my programme for this cohort, am I still able to defer?
You will still be able to defer your participation from one cohort to the next cohort. You have two options: If you defer BEFORE before confirming your enrollment and completing your registration fee, your fee will roll over to the next cohort and you will need to complete payment prior to starting.
If you defer AFTER you have confirmed enrollment and paid your registration fee, your place will roll over to the next cohort and you will NOT need to pay the registration fee again. Please note that the deferment cut off date is at the end of week 2 of your programme. After this date you will not be able to select to defer and will be considered as having dropped out of your programme.
NB: ALX continuously evolves its programme portfolio and we cannot guarantee that your selected programme will be available in the next cohort.
If I don’t meet the age and origin requirements, can I still apply for a sponsored place?
Learners who do not meet the country of origin or age requirements for sponsored placements have the option to pay for the programme, or apply for our ALX Global programmes. ALX Global programmes are offered at reduced time and rate, however will not include the foundation modules or offer access to any of our in-person, community or hub activations.
