Software Development

(+250) 788 511 351 08:30 Am - 05:00 Pm Lycée de RUHENGERI APICUR

Rationale of the Qualification

---

A Frontend Developer contributes to Rwanda’s digital transformation and Internet based services as stated in ICT Sector Strategic Plan (2018-2024), several achievements have been registered by the sector in areas related to ICT infrastructure, service development, business and investments, cyber security, global partnerships, among others. Over the last decade and half, the Gross Domestic Product of the ICT sector in Rwanda has been growing at a median rate of 15.3% (NISR,2016). Internet Penetration in Rwanda is increasing steadily. For instance, internet penetration increased from 7% in 2011 to 39.76% mid 2017. While mobile increased from 639,673 to 9.7 million over the period 2010 -2017 In order to attain long term developmental goals of Rwanda and Africa, such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), Rwanda’s Vision 2050 and African Union’s common goals under the Agenda 2063, it is essential to maximize the power of ICT as a true enabler of socio-economic development.

Minimum entry requirements and pathways

---

-The minimum entry requirement to this qualification is to have completed nine years basic education.
-Preferred pathways for candidates entering this qualification include: To have completed 9 Year Basic Education
-Progression route of candidates achieving this qualification include: TVET Certificate in the following Level in Software Development