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Build versatile and in-demand coding skills with Java training

These courses are designed to give you the core skills needed to develop, maintain and scale Java applications. Whether you’re new to Java or looking to deepen your expertise, you’ll gain the practical experience and coding knowledge required to help you stand out to employers and take the next step in your career.

Why choose Java?

Java remains one of the most widely used programming languages, trusted across industries for its reliability, scalability, and performance. These factors make it ideal for enterprise, web, and mobile development. Through our Java courses, you’ll learn to write clean, efficient code, grasp object-orientated programming principles, and work confidently with key tools and libraries in the Java ecosystem.

What’s in it for me?

Build applications using Java
Understand object-oriented programming
Learn functional programming with streams
Develop robust, scalable software
Prepare for Oracle Java certification
Gain skills in file handling and databases
Understand concurrency and modular design
Learn design patterns for clean architecture

Java courses explained

Introduction to Programming – Java

Java Programming 1 / Java Developer

Java Programming 2 / Java Advanced Developer

Design Patterns in Java

Introduction to Programming – Java

Designed for beginners, this course introduces programming concepts using Java, Python, and JavaScript. Covering variables, conditionals, loops, functions, and basic object orientation, it’s perfect for those with a limited knowledge of Java, as you will gain the foundational skills needed to move confidently into more advanced programming. Through practical exercises, you’ll not only write your own simple programmes but also develop the mindset and problem-solving approach of a programmer.

Java Programming 1 / Java Developer

This week-long course is focused on object-oriented development in Java. Ideal for developers with some coding experience, the training covers app building, file handling, exception management, collections, and core Java APIs. Gain the technical skills needed to construct robust, scalable applications and start building your career as a Java Developer.

This course is aligned to Oracle certification paths, providing the information to help you prepare for the Oracle Java 8 exam.

Java Programming 2 / Java Advanced Developer

Delivered using Java 17, this advanced course is ideal for those looking to prepare for Oracle Professional certification and enterprise application development. It covers topics like generics, streams, functional programming, concurrency, and modular applications. With practical exercises throughout, the course helps you write more efficient, secure, and scalable code – whether you’re building from scratch or improving existing systems. It’s ideal for experienced Java developers who want to deepen their technical expertise and contribute to complex, real-world applications.

Design Patterns in Java

This practical course introduces developers to the proven solutions behind well-structured, maintainable software design. By learning the most widely used design patterns, you’ll gain an understand of how to structure object-orientated systems effectively and avoid common pitfalls. Focusing on a curated selection of creational, structural, and behavioural patterns, the course blends theory with hands-on Java coding exercises that reflect real-world scenarios.

Java courses

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Core Spring

From £2,750

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Unit Testing with JUnit

From £1,650

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Developing Applications with Java EE

From £2,495

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Introduction to Programming - Java

From £1,490

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Java Programming 1 - Java Developer

From £2,100

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Java Programming 2 - Java Advanced Developer

From £2,195

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JPA and Hibernate

From £1,650

FAQs

Java is a powerful programming language used across web, enterprise, and mobile development. These courses teach practical Java skills for real-world application.

Do I need experience to start learning Java?

The level of experience required will depend on the course you choose. If you’re completely new to programming, we recommend starting with our “Introduction to Programming – Java” course. If you already understand basic programming concepts and are looking to enhance your knowledge, our selection of specialised and advanced courses would be better suited to you.

Will these courses prepare me for Java certification?

Some of our courses are closely aligned with Oracle certification paths. For these courses, we’ll help you build the knowledge needed to succeed in the associated exams. Our other courses are designed to develop valuable practical skills that can be immediately applied in real-world programming roles.

Are these courses available virtually?

Yes. All our Java courses are available as live virtual classroom training with real-time interaction and expert-led guidance.

Can I take multiple Java courses?

Absolutely. Many learners follow a structured path, starting from Introduction to Programming and progressing through Java Programming 1 and Java Programming 2 onto our other more specialised courses.

If you’re keen to do this, our team would be happy to advise on the best courses to include within your learning path. Get in touch.

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Insights and resources for your learning journey

Explore our blog for expert tips, industry insights and practical advice linked to the skills taught in our courses. Visit our resource centre to download detailed course outlines and find the information you need to plan your next step in IT development.

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Your study options

Live virtual classroom

Learn from expert instructors in real time and practise new skills in our interactive live labs. Our virtual courses offer the same hands-on experience as the classroom, giving you practical knowledge you can apply immediately – all without the travel.

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Classroom

Join us in person for an engaging, hands-on learning experience. Our classroom courses encourage collaboration and give you direct access to our skilled trainers, who bring practical expertise to every session.

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Onsite

Tailored to your organisation, our onsite training brings expert-led learning directly to your team. Delivered at your premises, this flexible option ensures content is aligned with your business needs and goals.

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What our customers say

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"ILX Group’s service is amazing and well inline with today’s trends and requirements. The courses are well structured and straight to the point. The user interface is easy to operate from the get go and designed to keep the focus on the learning. I highly recommend using this service for professionals seeking up-skills or for expanding on their current knowledge base."

Gilbert Greich – ILX Learner