BCS International Diploma in Solution Development
Build your diploma from the modules that match your career path and enjoy industry recognition for your solution development expertise.
Who is it for?
Practising solution developers and professionals from related disciplines who want a detailed understanding of solution development best practice.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for the oral examination, four modules are required to be passed:
- two core modules
- one knowledge-based specialist module
- one practitioner specialist module
What modules do I need?
Core modules - you must pass both modules:
- Systems Development Essentials
- Systems Modelling Techniques
Knowledge based specialisms - you must pass one of these modules:
- Foundation Certificate in Digital Solutions Development
- Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level
Practitioner specialisms - you must pass one of these modules:
- Business Analysis Practice
- Systems Design Techniques
- Practitioner Certificate in Enterprise and Solution Architecture
The syllabus includes training objectives, details of modules and learning hours, plus a recommended reading list:
Download our current syllabus (PDF)
Download our candidate guidelines (PDF)
What format is the exam?
- Up to 50 minutes oral examination
- Conducted by two examiners
- Questions on topics from the syllabus, including the selected specialist modules
How do I get this certification?
Book your oral exam
Once you have completed your four chosen modules you can book the exam with us.
Where can I take the exam?
At one of our exam centres:
NB. we are not offering any exam sittings at these centres at the moment.
How much does it cost?
UK price: £390 (£325 + VAT).
International prices may vary by region, please check international pricing via our Customer Service team.
Take the complete training programme
You can take a bundled programme of courses with one of our approved training providers. You’ll find them across the UK and around the world.
- Each module typically takes three days of classroom study followed by an exam
- You can choose when you take each of the four modules
How much does it cost?
Prices for courses vary depending on your chosen training provider and course format.
This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA Regulation or SQA.
