Course Completion
Will I get a certificate once I graduate?
Read this article to know if Sigma School provides a certificate of completion. Definitely! We provide a certificate upon your completion and graduation from Sigma School. You will be able to use the certificate and link it to your social media profiles, your CV, as well as using it as an accelerated track for interviews with our hiring partners. However, the certificate is not accredited by a governing body. Not to worry though, the best employers out there don't care whether or not youPopularDoes Sigma School guarantee a job after the course?
No, we do not guarantee a job after the course. Sigma School is a skill building school where we offer holistic development focusing on technical skills, soft skills and employability quotient. We tie up with many hiring partners, but clearing the interview and securing a job is the responsibility of the student in the end. We guarantee your money back if you don’t get a job. That’s our commitment to your shared success.Some readersHow does the refund work?
Please read the refund policy hereFew readersWhat is the Sigma School Final Evaluation Test?
At the end of the course, the Sigma School team will conduct an in-depth assessment based on the course curriculum and students who have cleared the final evaluation are considered eligible for the placement.Few readersWhen will the placements start? What will be the procedure?
The actual placement process begins upon the completion of your course which is dependent on your clearing the Sigma School’s Final Evaluation Test. However, the preparation for the placement process begins during the last leg of your curriculum and runs for a few weeks alongside the coursework.Few readersDoes Sigma School prepare me for a job after the courses?
Yes, we will work with you during the last few weeks of the program, helping you build a portfolio, resume, online profiles and run you through multiple mock interviews. You will be given preparatory information for any opportunity or company coming in for hiring as well. Additional one-on-one guidance is provided during the placement process, as deemed necessary by the team.Few readers
Studying at Sigma School
What is Sigma School's support system like?
Along your programming journey, you will inevitably need to ask questions in an online coding community like ours, or in conversations with your colleagues. While asking questions may seem rather simple, in a programming environment it is essential to ask well formed questions with as much context as needed so you can get the most out of asking for help. In essence, “help others help you!” This lesson will provide you with the tools to effectively ask questions in communities such as our DiscordSome readersDo you offer the program in languages other than English?
Unsure whether you could enter the Program at your current English level, and would like to study in another language? Learn more here. As of today, we only offer the Program in English. English is the gateway to lots of great technical content and countless software development jobs on a global level. However, most of our students speak English as a second language, just like you! So don't be intimidated or discouraged. If you already know some English, you're probably better at it than youSome readersHow will you learn according to our guiding principles?
The Sigma School learning model is different from how it's traditionally done. We have no teachers, no classrooms and rely a lot on making sure our students have the right mindsets and support when it comes to learning. We believe most good materials are already available online, but yet it's not helping much in terms of employment (Yes that's correct. Most universities have already uploaded their lectures online and it's all for free). However, we know how difficult it is. And the numbers backSome readersWhat computer specs do I need?
For our Complete Software Development Programme: Minimum 1.6 GHz Processor 4 GB RAM (For Full stack Android development - 8 GB RAM) 120 GB Hard Drive Web Cam Microphone Recommended 2 GHz Processor 8 GB RAM 256 GB Hard Drive (preferably solid state) Internet Requirement - Minimum 2GB / 4GB of data per day Download speed recommended 20mbps, minimum 10mbps Please Note: Recommended operating systems (in descending order): Ubuntu, macOS, Windows 10Some readersWhat can I learn in 6 months?
The goal of the program is to produce front-end, back-end, full-stack web developers as well as mobile app developers through Sigma School and get a job placement after the program. Our aim is for our students to have a solid proficiency in both front-end, back-end and mobile app technologies through extensive hands-on experience, peer-programming, and building real-world projects. Assuming you're putting in 8-12 hours a day, this is definitely doable.Few readersThe course hours doesn't work for me. Can I attend classes in my own time?
For the online coached option Besides the compulsory weekly workshops, almost all of Sigma School’s meetups are on a flexible basis. In fact, for the peer-to-peer and co-learning groups, you get to set your own time, as long as you commit to the time you set. However, we do have 1 compulsory weekly workshop from 9PM-10PM (GMT+8) led by our Module Leaders, depending on which module you are in. You are required to attend this workshops. If for any reason you are not able to attend your classFew readersWhat will I learn at Sigma School?
Discover what you'll learn as part of our program. Our curriculum's number one goal is to help you get a well-paying and rewarding job as a web developer. Throughout the program, you be working on the modules listed below, and many professional and technical skills, including: Collaboration in group projects Git & GitHub and code reviews Tests & best practices Algorithms & Data Structures Go to https://sigmaschool.co/curriculum , scroll downFew readersI'm already accepted into Sigma School but my batch hasn't begun yet, what can I do to be more prepared?
Congratulations on your acceptance! Read this article for some recommended activities until your start date. Once you've been accepted into Sigma School and have successfully registered as a student, you'll be assigned a start date. If your start date is a few weeks or months away, here are a few things you should work on: 🧑🏾💻 Upgrade your equipment Test your microphone and webcam with friends or family and, if you can afford to invest in better equipment, we strongly suggest you do so.Few readersWhat happens after I enroll?
You will receive a confirmation of your payment via email, and you will be redirected to a page that shows you all the next steps! You will be able to immediately start learning at your own pace while waiting for your cohort's start date.Few readersDoes Sigma School offer in-person classes?
Yes we do! We have an office in Malaysia and we offer onsite bootcamp sessions. You may visit sigmaschool.cotuition for more information. You may view our 1 Pager DocFew readersWhat if I have already completed certain parts of the curriculum?
Completing certain parts of the curriculum might mean you’re ready to skip it, or not. During your time with Sigma School, you will be covering a comprehensive range of topics from HTML & CSS to Javascript to Vuejs to Databases to Express.js to Flutter and so much more in between. We’ve had students that join us after completing some parts of the curriculum before, but when they did it again as part of their journey with Sigma School, they realized that having a coding partner forced them toFew readersWhat is the medium of instruction?
The medium of instruction at Sigma School is English. All lectures are delivered in English. As part of the curriculum, we also help you develop your written and verbal communication skills that help you become more employable! We also have mentors and tutors who are familiar in many different Asian/Southeast Asian languages like Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay, Tamil etc.Few readersWhere are most of Sigma School's students from?
Sigma School creates a diverse learning environment by exposing students to a broad range of nationalities and cultures. One of the most important advantages of our learning methodology is the cultural exchange that takes place in our global "classroom". To help continue supporting our diverse learning environment and foster true global citizenship as we grow, we apply the following diversity policy to every cohort that starts the program: Our vision is to create a classroom that is as diversFew readersAny hidden costs?
Zero hidden costs! None at all. We'll be using open source tools, free resources and the official documentations. Look at it this way. The documentation for a programming language is like a dictionary for a spoken language like English, Mandarin, Malay etc. The documentation is free and available to the public, very much like the dictionary is. There's no secret. All the information is available already, it's up to us to put in the hardwork. All you need is hardwork, determination, a laptop (orFew readersCan I complete the program in a different language or framework?
Read this article to learn whether you can choose a different stack to study at Sigma School. For Web Development, our program teaches HTML & CSS, JavaScript, Express.js, Vuejs and MySQL as the main languages and frameworks. For Mobile App Development, our program teaches Flutter. It's not possible to choose a different stack to complete the Program. However, don’t worry. We put a lot of emphasis on the fundamentals and specialising in our tech stack, you will be able to learn up different teFew readersWhat language will the course be taught in?
All our courses will be fully taught in English. As English is a universal language it increases the chances of being able to work in global companies for remote working positions which is common in the tech industry.Few readersIs the cost worth it?
Wondering whether Sigma School is worth the money? We think so, as do our students. Read this to learn why. First of all, you get a 100% full money-back guarantee if you do not get a job in tech making at least USD700 (RM2,800) a month. Simply put, if you're not in a better place in your career based upon your experience with Sigma School, there's no reason we should be either. Secondly, whether applying to Sigma School or another educational institution, we believe any educational decisFew readers
Support
What is the cost of the program?
We're reinventing how the pricing of education works for most of the world! We work with a few payment models. 1. Pay upfront or with Instalments We’re giving 40% off now to all students. If you’re a complete beginner and you want support from the beginning (Day 0) to make sure you don’t miss out on anything, proceed with this path. 2. Income Sharing Agreements (Launching soon) This one is exciting. You pay $0 to Sigma School until you get a job. We believe that everyone deservesFew readersDo you provide financial assistance?
Learn how to proceed with your financial assistance application here. Absolutely. All applicants who complete the Coding Assessment will be able be considered for up to 70% of discount off their tuition fees. Besides that, we’re also extremely big fans of helping people land jobs without university degrees. So if you did not go to university at all, please get in touch with our admissions team to help you with your Coding Assessments results.Few readersWhat happens if I don't get an offer?
The Sigma School team is always working to find you good placement opportunities. In the rare case that you don't get a job after you graduate, your ISA payments will not start. Or if you paid upfront, you will receive 100% of all your money back, according to the refund policy hereFew readersWhat is a student jumpstarter and how does it work?
Learn all about Student Jumpstarters here. The Problem Learning a new skill can be a challenge, yet it's nothing compared to getting a job or monetising the skillset. It is incredibly inefficient and expensive with the current education system. Without innovation to the education system, the talent-skills gap will continue to grow every day. Students will continue to struggle to get jobs, while employers continue to struggle to hire good talents. 🚀 Sigma School is at the forefront of introFew readers
Time Commitment
What are the attendance requirements like?
Read more about our attendance requirements here. Sigma School’s learning process is broken down into multiple steps. The compulsory one will be the weekly session led your module leader. Here are a few of our compulsory and non-compulsory sessions. Jumpstarter sessions led by you (compulsory) Jumpstarter sessions by other Student Jumpstarters (not compulsory) Weekly Coaching Sessions by Sigma School’s Programme Leaders for the modules/courses that you are a part of (compulsory) MentorPopularCan students take vacations or breaks during the program?
Learn whether we offer breaks or time off here. Yes! Sigma School encourage all of our students to take a 3-days break after the completion of each module. The timing of this break is not certain as it will depend on how quickly you are progressing through the program. Completing a module is a great achievement and we believe that if you've made it this far you deserve a break, recharge, and keep hustling through! Every module completed is one-step closer to landing your dream remote job. BFew readersHow long will it take me to complete the programme?
It depends on which path you chose. Find out more here. Complete Software Development Programme If you do it part-time, we estimate it will take you 10-12 months from the time you start our program to the time you land a job. If you do it full-time, which is the track we strongly recommend, we estimate it will take you approximately 6-7 months from the time you start our program to the time you land a job. Why 7 months? 6 months for the core curriculum: Our core curricFew readersWhat if I leave the course in between?
No problem! Just make sure to inform your Study Buddy & the Admissions team. You are welcome to comeback any time at all within 18 months of your enrollment date. We will schedule and match you with another team when you’re back and ready to commit.Few readersWhat happens if I fall sick during the Program?
Illness! Happens to the best of us. Read this article to find out more. Know that we completely understand, as we’re all humans and it happens to the best of us. It’s always better to take a short break to recharge and recover. Come back stronger. However, to answer this question it depends on how long it takes for you to recover and get back to coding. If you fall sick without a coding partner, it’s fine. If you have a coding partner and you fall sick, do inform them immediately. We will hFew readers
Main
What's the general timetable schedule like?
General Timetable Schedule As everyone’s progress will be different, that also means that our full schedule will be slightly for different depending on the team that you’re in. However here is a general breakdown of what to expect in a usual month’s schedule. https://bit.ly/ss-calendar-2023 Due to having a vast range of learners here in Sigma School, we’ve compiled a list of commitment hours of how it would look like if you commit X amount of weekly hoSome readersWhat is the learning schedule like?
It consists of a combination of co-learning (with other study buddies), self-directed learning, and workshop based learning with instructors! Co-learning You’ll be paired up with groups of 2-3 so that as you make progress in your modules, you can set up weekly meet ups and be accountable in your learning progress. A big part of our co-learning experience is a made up of 3 things - Checkpoint Hours, FreeFlow Hours & Pair Programming with Study Buddies. Checkpoint Hours are sessions toFew readersWhen will the upcoming batches start, and what are the application deadlines?
Learn the milestones and deadlines for your application, and select a start date to work towards. A new batch starts every 5-6 weeks! You can see the date of the next batch on our main website, scroll all the way down until you reach right above the footer. Or you can click here to be redirected! The application deadline will be 1 day before the start date (or if the batch is fully booked). You can always enroll todFew readersWill COVID-19 impact Sigma School students?
We wanted to take a minute to recognise the potential effects COVID-19 may have on you, our applicants and students, as it spreads throughout the globe. We are fortunate in that we are already a remote school, which means that the current epidemic does not immediately influence our curriculum. In fact, we are more hopeful than ever about the opportunities that our students will have once they complete the programme as well as the potential for remote work to fundamentally alter our economies anFew readersWhat is our course content and structure like?
Here are the different types of learning materials and the different terms we use in our ecosystem. ONLINE, COACHED View our 1Pager Doc: https://bit.ly/ss-oc-1pager Course This is the highest level overview. We have 4 courses which includes the following Level1: Coding fundamentals Level 2a: Frontend Level 2b: Backend Level 2c: Mobile App development Modules Each course is made up of many modules. For example: Frontend course consists of a fFew readersWhat are Sigma School's programmes?
Read about the Sigma School’s key flagship programmes, how it works, and what you'll learn as a student. Sigma School can be done part-time/full-time, with the final goal to train competent software developers to specialise in the niche that they like - full stack web/mobile app development and help connect them with job opportunities around the world. During the Program, students learn using a very unique approach — *by pair programming and collaborating with other students in real-timeFew readers
Peer-to-peer Learning (Pair Programming)
Can I graduate without a coding partner?
Do you want to join as a "solo" student, without pair programming and collaboration elements? Yes, you can. We do not make it compulsory for each student to graduate only if you have coding partners. You graduate if you’re able to solve the assignments and capstone projects. It’s as simple as that. Take note though, that our whole learning methodology is based on peer dynamics. We believe that in order to become a great software developer, you should not only learn how to write high-quality cFew readersWho gets a coding partner?
In many stages of your application, you'll wait to be assigned a coding partner to work with. Read more about those stages in this article. We do not pair students that are completing the Coding Basics Experience but highly encourage you to work with other peers on Gather. For the time being, only Student Jumpstarters & Full time students will be paired. Once you pass our Student Jumpstarter assessment criterias, you will be invited to join and will be matched to another student of a similar lFew readersWhat is the cohort size?
Each online batch is made up of 10-20 students. An instructor, an assistant and our alumni are available to assist you throughout the entire program.Few readersCan I choose my coding partner?
As a Sigma School student, you will initially get assigned a coding partner and a support group. Every day, you will have a standup meeting with your support group to set goals for the day, and you will learn with your coding partner by building projects through pair programming. Even though your support team will most likely be the same during the entire program, your coding partner will probably change. That way, you will have the chance to learn and work with multiple people. There are occaFew readersWhat is remote pair programming and how does it work?
Are you new to pair programming? Read this article to learn how you'll work with other students in Sigma School 👬 Remote pair programming is at the core of how you will learn as a Sigma School student. Remote pair programming is based on traditional pair programming, which is a software development technique where you and another software developer (or aspiring software developer) sit together in front of a computer and take turns writing code using just one keyboard. 🏎 The person typinFew readers