Upskill in software development & AI in the Solent - sign up for skills bootcamp at University of Portsmouth
A skills bootcamp could be just the thing to kick start your next career move. We caught up with Becky Miles, from the University of Portsmouth to find out more.
The summer holidays are now in full swing - are you sunbathing in Southsea, mellowing in Milton, frolicking in Fratton, or hanging out in Hilsea? … or sitting in your office like me, writes Becky.
If you’re already thinking beyond the beach and wondering what’s next for your career, we’ve got just the thing to set you up for September.
Skills Bootcamps
Our Skills Bootcamps free, flexible training designed to help you gain in-demand skills that local employers are actively looking for.
Whether you're looking to retrain, upskill, or move in a whole new direction, our 12-week part-time courses offer practical, hands-on experience to build your confidence and future-proof your career.
We’ve partnered with Solent Growth Partnership to offer two specialist Skills Bootcamps:
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Learn how to deploy machine learning, understand what AI can really do, and apply these innovations to real-world challenges in business, tech, healthcare, and more — with guidance from expert university academics and industry professionals.
Software Development
Fast-track your way into tech. Gain practical skills in web development, programming, data handling, and agile project delivery — everything you need to launch or grow a career in digital.
Dr Farzad Arabikhan, Course Leader, said “We’re delighted to be working with the Solent Growth Partnership on this fantastic initiative for our local business community. The software development Bootcamp is a fast-track into web and software development, equipping you with in-demand digital skills like coding, data handling, and cloud technologies — all shaped by real employer needs.”
Eligibility
Whether you’re looking to retrain, upskill, or take the next step in your career, these short courses are a great way to get hands-on experience and build confidence in a new area.
If you live or work in the Solent region, you could be eligible to join one of these exciting opportunities – and most importantly, they’re designed with real employers, so you’ll be learning the skills that are actually in demand.
-You must be 19 years of age or older - Maintained residency in the UK for the last 3 years and have evidence of the right to work in the UK - Not attended another Skills Bootcamp in the last financial year - Committed to engagement in 60 hours of training - Accept mentoring support and work shadowing of up to 8 hours - Provide a portfolio that demonstrates your skills and experience - Be open to relevant job opportunities across the Solent region if unemployed
Find out more and register: https://go.port.ac.uk/Skills