Software Development
Build foundations across programming, web development, databases, APIs and digital product delivery.
ExploreNovara Academy · 2027 Applications Open
Free tuition. Practical skills. Real experience.
A selective, high-support career-entry programme for emerging talent ready to learn, build and prepare for opportunity.
- Intake
- 2027
- Applications
- Open
- Programme begins
- March 2027
- Tuition
- Free
- Matric
- Required
Two pathways
Choose where you want to build capability.
Project & Operations
Build practical capability in planning, coordination, workflows, stakeholder communication and operational delivery.
ExploreHow Academy works
01
Learn
02
Build
03
Experience
04
Prepare
05
Opportunity
Every pathway combines focused learning, practical projects, Experience Labs, portfolio evidence and work-readiness preparation.
Every learner receives
A shared core for entering work.
- 01Pathway-specific learning
- 02Work-Readiness Core
- 03Portfolio development
- 04Practical projects
- 05Experience Labs
- 06Career preparation
- 07Relevant opportunities where available
Work-readiness includes CV Development, LinkedIn, Interview Preparation, Professional Communication, Workplace Etiquette, AI Literacy, Digital Professionalism, Teamwork, Presentation Skills, Job Search Strategy, Employer Research, Personal Branding, Portfolio Development.
2027 eligibility
What applicants should know.
Selection is competitive. Submitting an application does not guarantee a place.
Matric
Applicants must have completed Matric.
Commitment
Applicants must be able to participate according to the confirmed programme schedule and complete practical work.
Application
Choose one preferred pathway and submit the official application.
Assessment
Eligible applicants complete the Novara selection assessment around the end of January.
Outcome
Successful applicants are notified during February before the programme begins in March 2027.
Frequently asked
Before you apply.
Is tuition really free?
Yes. Tuition for the 2027 Novara Academy intake is free.
Do I need previous experience?
Previous pathway experience is not stated as a requirement. Applicants should be ready to learn, practise consistently and complete the selection process.
Does Academy guarantee employment?
No. Novara strengthens skills, evidence, experience and access to relevant opportunities, but does not guarantee employment, paid work or placement.
Where will the programme be delivered?
The programme delivery location will be communicated once confirmed. The Sandton address shown on this website is the administrative / registered address.
2027 applications