One of the most attractive jobs you can have in the world today is being a tech boss, but how do you go about becoming one? Ironhack, a dedicated international tech school, offers remote learning in the UK and has a London team which are primed and ready to help put you on the right path, and who knows, you might even become the next Elon Musk.
Ironhack was one of the first boot camp schools in Europe and was founded in 2013 to disrupt the way students learn about technology. It now boasts ten campuses in Europe and the US, which have been designed to empower students to find meaningful careers in four key areas: Web Development, UX/UI Design, Data Analytics and Cyber Security by offering immersive learning experiences.
Unlike, let’s call them traditional schools, the Ironhack tech school offers remote learning, and the good news is all the courses can be conducted from anywhere in the UK. Ironhack also has a London team available and an active community, hosting regular events for students, alumni and the wider tech community, which provide opportunities to meet and connect with like-minded people.
Ironhack boot camps offer students an effective alternative to studying a BSc because they offer a learn-by-doing methodology in just nine weeks instead of committing to a three-year course. Students get hands-on experience working on live projects from day one and the chance to build connections with other students. Plus, dedicated career teams are available throughout the course to help students progress, connect to future employers and find a job.
Students finish the Ironhack programmes with a new way of thinking and of approaching problems. The boot camps are predominantly targeted at those aged 25-34 but are suitable for all adults. They are ideal for those wanting to learn to code and arm themselves with the right skills for a career in tech, or for those looking for a career change into tech or to upskill current employees/business owners who want to remain relevant as the world of work moves on.
Gabriel Pizzolante, UK Growth Marketer at Ironhack, said, “We have over 10,000 graduates from our boot camps, and we have over 80% placement rate into tech careers for our students, meaning we have the expertise to arm people with the skills they need to succeed. I joined the company to spearhead Ironhack’s growth in the UK, starting with the opening of our London base earlier this year. We can see huge potential for London as a startup hub, but this is constrained by access to tech talent, and we want to help unlock that potential.
“We are on a mission to empower people to get jobs in tech, and we partner with companies to help underrepresented groups get the opportunities they need. For example, we know we need more women in tech, so we offer 10% off courses to anyone who identifies as female.”
Courses last nine weeks full-time or 24 weeks part-time. Students can access funding through partners, use credit to pay for the course offset against future earnings, or use Knoma, StepEx, Lendwise or Student Finance. To find out more, visit www.ironhack.com.
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