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  • Level: 2
  • Study Mode: Part-time
  • Start Date: 20 January 2026
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Study Days: Tuesdays
  • Time: 5-8pm
  • Full Fee: £180

About the course

This new and engaging part-time course, delivered over six months, introduces learners to the fundamentals of app design. Through a combination of research tasks, presentations and practical projects, you will develop the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to begin creating effective app concepts. There may also be opportunities to progress from initial design work to building a functioning app.

While the course focuses primarily on design and development using Apple technologies, it will also demonstrate how these skills can be adapted for Android platforms.

You will explore a blend of practical and theoretical activities, including research, evaluation, sketching, digital graphics and an introduction to app development tools such as Swift (iOS) and AndroidSuite (Android). This course provides a valuable foundation for further study within digital design and development pathways.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, you will be invited to attend an interview, where you may be asked to share any previous work or show your interest in App Design. You may also be asked to demonstrate one of the following:

  • A UAL (or equivalent) Level 1 qualification
  • Three GCSEs at grade D / grade 3 or above
  • An equivalent Level 1 Functional Skills qualification in English and Maths

How much does it cost?

The cost of this course is £180

Possible Funding Options

See the possible funding options below which will tell you if this course may be free or part-funded. Part-funded means you only pay for part of the course.

Contact Us or call our Admissions Team 01279 868100 to get the most up-to-date info on fees and the financial support that may be available to you. Please note: all information is accurate at the time of publishing but may be subject to change.

Adult Skills Fund 

This course is part of the Adult Skills Fund and is fully-funded (free) if you are 19+ and:

  • Unemployed, looking for work and in receipt of a means tested benefit
  • or been referred to Harlow College by the Job Centre
  • or in paid employment and earn below £25,750

Awarding Body

UAL

Where will this course take me?

Aspirational jobs:

1.Mobile App Developers

2.UX/UI Designer

3.Backend Engineers

4.App project Manager

5.App marketer

How will I be assessed?

There are no exams on the Level 2 award in App Design. You will be assessed on the projects you complete in class during the course and your final grade (Pass/ Fail) for the qualification is based on your final work.

I'm interested. What should I do now?

Call 01279 868100 and talk to an Admissions Adviser
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