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Pathways

DiiT UK Programme for Graduates & First-Time Tech Entrants.

Your 9-Month Journey into a Career in Tech

Breaking into the technology industry can feel overwhelming, especially if you are a recent graduate or someone looking to transition into tech for the first time.
 

The DiiT Programme has been designed to provide a structured, practical and supportive pathway for individuals who want to build a career in technology, even if they do not have previous professional experience in the industry.

 

  • Career & Programme Identification – Month 1

  • Live Practical Training – Month 2

  • Industry Internship with UK Companies – Months 3–8

  • Post-Programme Career Support – Month 9

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The key programs we offer in this pathway are:

1. Agile Project Management/ Product Management (APM)

2. Business Analysis (BA)

3. Business process Analyst (BPA)

 

 

Over approximately 9 months, candidates progress through three key stages.

Taking a Break

STEP 1:

Identifying Your Path.

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Month 1:

Career & Role Assessment

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Not everyone is suited to the same role in tech.

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The first stage of the DiiT Programme is therefore focused on understanding who you are, how you think, how you work and which technology career pathway is most aligned with your strengths and personality.

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During Month 1, candidates are introduced to the three pathways:

Agile Project Management / Product Management | Business Analysis | Business Process Analysis

 

We explore the different responsibilities, skills and working styles associated with each role.

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Candidates are supported in identifying the pathway that best matches their:

  • Personality

  • Strengths

  • Communication style

  • Problem-solving approach

  • Interests

  • Existing transferable skills

  • Career goals

  • Preferred working environment

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The goal

By the end of Month 1, candidates should have a clearer understanding of which pathway is right for them and why.

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This ensures that the practical training and internship experience that follows is focused on a career direction that genuinely suits the candidate.

Office Collaboration Scene

STEP 2:

Live Practical Training

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Month 2:

4 Saturdays of Practical Learning

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Once candidates have identified their pathway, they move into the practical training stage.

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Over four Saturdays, candidates participate in live, practical sessions designed to bridge the gap between theory and real-world technology projects.

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The focus is not simply on learning terminology or completing courses.

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Candidates are introduced to how professionals actually work within technology teams and projects.

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Training may include practical exposure to:

  • Agile and Scrum

  • Project and product delivery

  • Business analysis techniques

  • Business process analysis

  • Requirements gathering

  • User stories

  • Process mapping

  • Stakeholder management

  • Project documentation

  • Practical technology tools

  • Team collaboration

  • Real-world project scenarios

 

Candidates begin developing the confidence to participate in a professional project environment and understand what will be expected of them during their internship.

Modern Office Space

STEP 3:

Industry Internship

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Months 3–8

6 Month Live Project Internship

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The internship is where candidates take their learning into a real-world project environment.

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For the next six months, candidates gain practical experience working on live projects with UK companies, giving them the opportunity to develop the experience and confidence needed to pursue roles within the technology industry.

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This stage is a critical part of the DiiT Programme because candidates are not simply learning about technology careers,  they are gaining exposure to how technology professionals actually work.

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During the Internship, Candidates Receive:

Live Project Hub Access

Candidates gain access to the Live Project Hub, where they can engage with project activity, resources, guidance and the wider programme community.

 

JIRA & Confluence Access

Candidates receive access to industry-standard tools such as JIRA and Confluence, helping them understand how modern technology teams manage projects, tasks, requirements and documentation.

 

Practical Technology Workshops

Candidates have access to live workshops covering practical tools commonly used within technology teams, including:

  • Trello

  • Miro

  • Monday.com

  • JIRA

  • Confluence

  • And other relevant project and collaboration tools

 

Interview Preparation Workshops

Candidates receive practical support to help them prepare for technology interviews, including:

  • Interview techniques

  • Common interview questions

  • Competency-based questions

  • Scenario-based questions

  • Building confidence

  • Presenting project experience

 

Job Application Workshops

Candidates are supported with the process of applying for technology roles, including:

  • Identifying suitable roles

  • Understanding job descriptions

  • Tailoring applications

  • Demonstrating transferable skills

  • Positioning project experience

  • Building an effective job search strategy

LinkedIn Optimisation Workshops

Candidates are supported in developing a professional LinkedIn presence that reflects their new skills, project experience and career direction.

This includes guidance on:

  • LinkedIn profiles

  • Professional headlines

  • About sections

  • Skills

  • Project experience

  • Networking

  • Building a professional technology presence

 

IR35 Workshops

Candidates are also introduced to the fundamentals of IR35 and contracting in the UK, including understanding:

  • Inside IR35 vs Outside IR35

  • PAYE

  • Umbrella companies

  • Contracting considerations

  • Key differences between employment and contracting arrangements

 

The aim is to give candidates a better understanding of the different ways technology professionals can work in the UK market.

Office Team Collaboration

MONTH 9

Post-Programme Career Support​

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Completing the internship is not the end of the DiiT journey.

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The final stage provides candidates with additional career support designed to help them transition from programme participant to confident technology professional.

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After the Internship, Candidates Receive:

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CV Review

A professional review of their CV to ensure their new skills, project experience and transferable experience are clearly presented.

 

Official Referencing

Where applicable, candidates receive official referencing to support future employment opportunities.

 

Letter of Recommendation

Candidates may receive a professional letter of recommendation that reflects their participation, development and experience gained through the programme.

 

Continued Career Support

Candidates receive additional support after completing the core programme as they continue their job search and career development.

Technology Sponsoring Companies

Candidates receive access to information and resources relating to companies that sponsor technology professionals, helping them better understand potential opportunities within the UK technology market.

 

And Much More

The programme is designed to provide more than training.

It is about creating a pathway that combines:

Career Direction + Practical Skills + Real Project Experience + Professional Development + Career Support

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