How to become a solutions architect
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
University
You'll usually need a degree or postgraduate qualification in computing.
Relevant subjects include:
- computer science
- software engineering for business
- programming
- software development
- cloud computing
Courses with industry placements or summer internships can help to develop your skills.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
- a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study
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Apprenticeship
You could get into this job through a digital and technology solutions degree apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a degree apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You can apply directly for jobs if you've got experience of creating computer software.
It's also useful if you have experience or an understanding of the industry you want to work in, for example banking or retail.
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Career tips
You'll usually need to know about service design principles, agile project management and IT industry standards and regulations.
Professional and industry bodies
You may find it useful to have a certificate such as the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certificate.
Further information
You can find out more about working and training in computing from The Chartered Institute for IT and techskills.