The Source Code
At 42, we believe in both differentiation and inclusivity. Rather than theoretical education, the education model emphasises project-based learning and teamwork. Our goal is to empower the next generation of ICT professionals by incorporating the most recent educational innovations.
WHY LEARNING TO LEARN?
How can you create the world of tomorrow with technologies from the past? At 42, you learn to learn. Rather than learning specific trendy languages, the curriculum at 42 helps you understand and tackle any kind of language. Any training solely based on one specific language is bound to quickly become obsolete. The programming languages you learn at 42 help you learn concepts that you can use everywhere else.
3-year curriculum (on average)
Not everyone learns at the same pace: so why impose one? At 42, we don’t follow an administrative or academic timetable. On average, students integrate into the job market after 3 years. The curriculum is split into two parts: the common core and the second part, which is known as the specialisation part. The core curriculum must be completed in a maximum of two years. The second part may take longer, depending on your career plans. Most of the projects required have a realistic estimate of the time needed rather than an imposed deadline: personal organisation is essential.
Paced System
The length of the common core adapts to students’ work patterns. The greater the investment, the shorter it becomes. A number of intermediate milestones provide an opportunity to assess progress: the Paced System then recalculates the estimated date for completing the common core. The fastest students can complete it in as little as 8 months, while those with the most room for improvement can take up to two years.
FREEZE
To deal with unforeseen circumstances, students have a tool at their disposal: the Freeze. This allows students to take a break from the common core for a maximum cumulative period of 6 months. The Freeze is subject to approval by the staff panel, depending on how various factors.
Launchpad
After the core curriculum, students are immediately interested in the labor market, which is why we let you choose the end of your training to become Alumni. This shift can also occur after a period of inactivity and a specific level of skills obtained.