BCS Foundation Level Certificate in DevOps

Develop your understanding of DevOps methodology, tools and practices, and how to deliver applications and services more effectively.

Who is it for?

  • People involved in or implementing the DevOps process, including roles such as DevOps evangelist; automation architect; cloud infrastructure engineer; software developer; software tester; security engineer; database administrator and product owners. Read the syllabus below for a more complete list of roles.

Entry requirements

  • None. Training with a BCS accredited training provider is highly recommended.

What will I learn?

Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and some basic application of the following aspects of DevOps:

  • Origins
  • Benefits
  • Culture and teams
  • Automation
  • Lean
  • Measurement
  • Sharing
  • Common roles
  • Practices and techniques
  • Methods and approaches for teams

The syllabus includes training objectives, details of modules and learning hours, plus a recommended reading list:

Download our latest syllabus (PDF)

How do I get this certification?

Training and exam (recommended)

Take this course with one of our accredited training providers.

How long will it take?

Classroom courses normally last two days.

Where can I study?

At a BCS accredited training provider near you.

How much does it cost?

Course prices vary depending on your chosen training provider and course format.

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Exam only (self study)

Ideal if you’re self-motivated and already know something about DevOps.

How do I book an exam?

Call +44 (0)1793 417417 to book your exam.

How long will it take?

It usually takes a minimum of 40 hours to prepare for the exam.

How do I sit the exam?

If you're studying for this qualification without a training provider you can sit this exam directly with BCS.

How much does it cost?

UK Price: £200

(Inclusive of the £35 remote proctoring fee)

VAT is not included in the above total and will be applied at the time of purchase.

International prices may vary by region, please check international pricing via our Customer Service team.

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What format is the exam?

  • One hour 'closed book' with 40 multiple choice questions
  • Pass mark is 65% (26/40)

What's next?

What's next?

DevOps is a journey and BCS intends to help you along the way. This agnostic certificate and the associated training is a great way to improve your effectiveness. With the new addition of the DevOps apprenticeship we are looking to create a full pathway that compliments and support all IT professionals in this way of working.

DevOps engineer apprenticeships

This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA Regulation or SQA.