Question 1

Who can apply to Tech Diversity Foundation cohorts?

Accepted Answer

Anyone based in Nigeria or the Nigerian diaspora who is 16 or older. Level-1 (Digital Literacy & AI) is open to absolute beginners. Level-2 tracks expect Level-1 completion or equivalent self-assessed proficiency. Under-18s apply through the Kids Can Code pathway with a parent or guardian.

Question 2

How do I apply for an upcoming cohort?

Accepted Answer

Open the Find Your Cohort flow on this site, pick the programme that matches your level and timezone, then follow the apply button to create an account on our learning platform. Applications open 6–8 weeks before each cohort starts.

Question 3

How often do cohorts run?

Accepted Answer

Three times a year, aligned with the TD 6.x release cadence. Current cadence: winter (Jan–Mar), summer (Jun–Aug), autumn (Sept–Nov).

Question 4

Is there an entrance test?

Accepted Answer

Level-1 has no entrance test. Level-2 tracks include a short screening questionnaire and, for some tracks, a pre-cohort skill check. The screening helps us match learners to mentors, not gate-keep.

Question 5

What documents do I need to apply?

Accepted Answer

A working email, a government ID (for scholarship verification), and a short statement of intent. NYSC corps members should include their NYSC call-up letter or ID for NYSC-specific scholarships.

Question 6

How much do the programmes cost?

Accepted Answer

All lessons are free. Each Level-2 track carries a paid end-of-cohort assessment fee that funds instructor grading, certification, and platform costs. The assessment fee is listed on each programme page.

Question 7

Can I pay the assessment fee in instalments?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A 2-part split (50% at mid-cohort, 50% before the assessment window) is available on request. Contact info@thetechdiversity.org before the cohort starts.

Question 8

Do you charge international applicants a different rate?

Accepted Answer

No. The assessment fee is the same regardless of country, payable in Naira (Paystack) or USD (bank transfer / Stripe once we launch international card support).

Question 9

What is the refund policy on assessment fees?

Accepted Answer

Full refund if you withdraw before the assessment window opens. No refund after the assessment starts. See the Refund Policy page for full terms.

Question 10

Do you offer scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sponsor-funded seat scholarships cover the full assessment fee for women-in-tech, NYSC corps members, and under-24 applicants from underserved states. Scholarship windows open two weeks before each cohort.

Question 11

Who funds the scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Corporate sponsors, individual donors, and NGO partners. Sponsors can fund 50-seat, 100-seat, 250-seat, or 500-seat packages. See the Sponsors page for details.

Question 12

Can I apply for more than one scholarship?

Accepted Answer

You can be considered under multiple categories (e.g., women-in-tech and NYSC) but only one scholarship is awarded per learner per cohort.

Question 13

How competitive are the scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Scholarship seats are awarded first-come-first-served within each category, up to the sponsor-funded cap. In past cohorts roughly 35–45% of applicants who met category criteria received a scholarship seat.

Question 14

What is the Zero-to-Hero ladder?

Accepted Answer

A 4-level progression from Level 1 (Digital Literacy & AI) through Level 2 technical tracks (Data, Frontend, Backend, Cybersecurity, AI & Automation), into Level 3 specialisations, and Level 4 employer-sponsored apprenticeships. Most learners start at Level 1 and move one level per cohort.

Question 15

How long does each programme take?

Accepted Answer

Level 1 is 8 weeks part-time. Level 2 tracks run 12 weeks part-time (approximately 10 hours per week). Level 3 and 4 run 16 weeks each.

Question 16

Are the programmes online or in-person?

Accepted Answer

Fully online and cohort-based. Live weekly sessions are held over Zoom, with recordings on the learning platform. Lagos-based learners can opt into in-person study groups.

Question 17

Can I switch tracks after starting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, within the first two weeks of a cohort. After week two, track changes defer to the next cohort.

Question 18

What tools and software do I need?

Accepted Answer

A laptop with at least 8 GB of RAM, a stable internet connection (5 Mbps or better), and a Google account. All course software is free and cloud-based.

Question 19

Do you award a certificate on completion?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Learners who pass the end-of-cohort assessment receive a verifiable digital certificate issued on the learning platform, including a shareable LinkedIn credential.

Question 20

Are your certificates accredited?

Accepted Answer

Our certificates are issued by The Tech Diversity Foundation and are industry-recognised across Nigerian tech employers. We are pursuing NUC and NBTE accreditation for the Level 3 programmes.

Question 21

What grade do I need to pass?

Accepted Answer

70% combined across assignments, capstone project, and the proctored assessment.

Question 22

What is the employment rate for alumni?

Accepted Answer

Outcome data is reported 90 and 180 days after each cohort closes, per the CIRR outcomes standard. Our first full CIRR report publishes January 2027, covering TD 6.1. Interim outcome data is available on the Impact page.

Question 23

Do you help with job placement?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Alumni get a private Slack community, an alumni-only job board, mentor matching, and CV and interview coaching. Sponsor-employers commit to a first-look on open roles.

Question 24

What kinds of roles do alumni land?

Accepted Answer

Entry-level and junior roles: junior data analyst, junior frontend developer, QA engineer, junior security analyst, technical support engineer. Some alumni launch freelance careers or start companies.

Question 25

Do you place alumni internationally?

Accepted Answer

Primary focus is Nigerian employers, with a growing list of UK and US sponsor-employers offering remote-first roles for senior-track alumni.

Question 26

What does the end-of-cohort assessment cover?

Accepted Answer

A written theory section, a timed practical project, and a peer-reviewed capstone. Total time: 10 hours spread over one week.

Question 27

Can I retake the assessment if I fail?

Accepted Answer

One retake per cohort is permitted, within 30 days of the original assessment, at no extra charge. A second retake requires enrolling in the next cohort.

Question 28

Who grades the assessments?

Accepted Answer

Track instructors grade theory and practical; senior instructors plus a sponsor-employer panel grade the capstone. All grading is blind (learner name redacted).

Question 29

Is there an alumni community?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Alumni join a private Slack workspace with track-specific channels, a monthly talk series, and the alumni-only job board.

Question 30

Can alumni mentor new cohorts?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Alumni can apply to become paid track mentors after 6 months post-graduation. Roughly one in five mentor slots goes to alumni.

Question 31

How do I contact the Foundation?

Accepted Answer

Email info@thetechdiversity.org for applications, partnerships, or support. Sponsorship enquiries: see the Sponsors page for a dedicated intake form.

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