FAQs

Our instructor Niels has recorded a video in which he answers this question and clearly explains the difference between Front-end and Back-end Development. Watch the video.

You can always ask questions via the group chat, where instructors or fellow students will help you. We also regularly host video calls during the week, focused on specific topics. You can join those calls and ask your questions live.

To progress to the next module, you complete final assignments that we review. There is no traditional exam or test—we believe extensive hands-on practice is more valuable than exams.

Winc Academy programs are accessible to everyone. No specific prior education or technical background is required. We do expect basic computer skills, such as installing software and working with files.

All course material is in English. Communication with instructors and fellow students can be in Dutch or English, depending on your preference.

Schedule a free advisory call or take our IT career test to discover which program suits you best.

You decide completely for yourself. Our programs can be followed full-time or part-time—during the evening or on weekends. Instructors are available on weekdays from 9:00 to 18:00, while course material and peer contact are available 24/7.

You stay in touch with instructors and fellow students via Slack and video calls. The chat is available 24/7, while instructors are available during office hours.

All course material is in English. Communication with instructors and fellow students can be in Dutch or English, depending on your preference.

You study at your own pace, so there are no fixed classes or groups. Some weeks you may study more than others. You’ll still regularly connect with fellow students via chat and video calls.

Although instructors can explain things in Dutch, all course material is in English. You should be able to read and understand English. If needed, you can always ask instructors for extra explanation.

As long as you want! There’s no time limit on the program. You can pause at any time and continue later, or look things up again.

After you complete the program, your access to the program and the related materials is limited.

As a starting junior front-end developer, you can expect a gross monthly salary between €1,800 and €2,800. Within this field, your salary typically grows quickly as you gain experience.

Whenever you want! We don’t have fixed start dates, so you can start a program at any time.

After the Front-end Development program, you can apply directly for the role of junior front-end developer. Other roles you can apply for include web developer, web designer, and IT consultant.

No. Mathematics A or B is not required. Some assignments benefit from basic mathematical insight, but math is not a prerequisite for learning to program.

JavaScript and Python. These are widely used programming languages that are relatively easy to learn.

We recommend first gaining experience by working for an employer before starting your own business. This allows you to learn and grow in a professional environment. After that, you can of course continue as a self-employed professional.

Absolutely! All Winc Academy programs are designed so that students without an HBO or WO background can follow them. The program is at HBO thinking level, but you don’t need to prove that you have this level.

Yes. Once you’ve completed all final assignments with a sufficient result, you’ll receive a certificate of completion from us. This helps you show (future) employers what you’ve learned and which languages and techniques you master. You can see our certificate as a kind of “guarantee.” If an employer isn’t satisfied, you can always come back to us and we’ll help you strengthen those skills again.

Even though you may not yet have formal work experience after completing a program at Winc Academy, we make sure you’re well prepared to start right away. You’ll work on practice-oriented assignments and develop key problem-solving skills that are directly applicable in the workplace.

Your access period starts immediately after your enrollment is completed. During this period you can finish your program and review all materials whenever you want.
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The maximum access period per program can be found on the program page. If you don’t manage to complete the program within that time, you can always extend your access for €25 per month. In that case, you’ll automatically receive a message about this.

Certainly! We offer the option to attend lessons, ask questions, and collaborate with fellow students. This is not mandatory though—if you prefer to work independently, that’s perfectly fine. And if questions come up, we’re always here to help.

Your computer should be reasonably fast, as you’ll often run multiple programs at the same time and have many browser tabs open. You can’t work on a tablet or Chromebook—Windows, macOS, or Linux is required.
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Minimum requirements:
- Not older than 5 years
- RAM: 4 GB
- Processor: Intel i5 or equivalent
- At least Windows 10 or macOS High Sierra 10.13
- Storage: 100 GB
- Screen resolution: at least HD (720p)

Recommended:
- Not older than 2 years
- RAM: 8 GB or more
- Processor: Intel i7 2.7 GHz or faster
- Storage: 256 GB SSD
- Screen resolution: at least Full HD (1080p)

Yes, definitely! You can schedule an advisory call via this link. During the call, we’ll answer all your questions about our programs and our learning approach.

Yes, Winc Academy is a CRKBO-registered institution and holds the NRTO quality mark. This guarantees quality, transparency, and professional standards in our education.

No, Winc Academy is a 100% remote program. All lessons are delivered online.

You can call us at +31 (0)88 16 60 316 or email welkom@wincacademy.nl.

If you have a complaint about Winc Academy (for example about the program, course material, or instructors), please email welkom@wincacademy.nl. You’ll receive a confirmation within 2 weeks and a response within 4 weeks. Your complaint will be handled confidentially.

Winc Academy is een particuliere opleiding, waardoor je niet in aanmerking komt voor studiefinanciering van de overheid. Als je niet rond kunt komen omdat je tijdens het studeren bij Winc Academy geen inkomen hebt, kan je je wel aanmelden bij TechMeUp. Zij maken studievoorschotten mogelijk voor studenten die tijdens hun omscholingstraject naar IT te weinig inkomen hebben om een opleiding te kunnen volgen. Klik hier voor meer informatie en de voorwaarden.

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Wat sowieso goed is om te weten, is dat de kosten van de opleiding aftrekbaar zijn bij de aangifte inkomstenbelasting. Ook kan je aan je werkgever vragen om de kosten te betalen en dan kan jij met je brutoloon de opleidingskosten aan je werkgever voldoen.

Yes, you can pay for the program in installments. You’ll find the available installment options on the program page.

Yes, Winc Academy is recognized by UWV as a training provider. This means it is sometimes possible to pay (part of) your program using UWV’s training budget. For more information, email welkom@wincacademy.nl.

No VAT is charged on our programs. Winc Academy is exempt from VAT because we offer vocational education and are registered with the CRKBO (Central Register for Short Vocational Education).

There are no additional costs. All you need is a good computer and a stable internet connection. All course material is included and fully digital.

Yes, you can cancel Winc Flex+ at any time by emailing learneradmin@wincacademy.nl. Since you pay monthly in advance, the subscription will stop at the next possible moment and the automatic payment will be canceled.

You can register free of charge by filling in the registration form. You’ll receive an email with the next steps.

You can pay for our programs using common and trusted payment methods, including iDEAL, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Mastercard, Maestro, Visa, American Express, Shop Pay, and Bancontact.

If you follow a program at Winc Academy, you may be able to get up to 50% of your study costs back from the Tax Authority. You can use the ‘Study costs deduction’ scheme, which allows you to deduct up to €15,000 per year from your income tax for your own study costs and those of your fiscal partner. (This can also apply if you use the lifelong learning credit.)

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Options via your employer

Many organizations have an annual training budget for employee development. Companies can often fully deduct training costs from corporate income tax and use other fiscal schemes. Ask HR or your manager about the options!

On this page you’ll find all programs available via NL Leert Door. After registering, the process includes tests and an introductory call.

Yes, you can. We believe it’s important that you have the chance to change your mind. Let us know within 14 days after purchase that you want to cancel by filling in this form. Please note: you must not have progressed beyond the introduction module to be eligible for cancellation.

Yes. During the program we actively support you in preparing for the job market. You’ll build a GitHub portfolio, receive application training, personal coaching, and practical tips for your CV, LinkedIn profile, cover letter, and interviews.

There are more vacancies in the Randstad than outside it, but those vacancies also tend to be filled faster. Outside the Randstad there are fewer programmers available, which often makes it harder for companies to fill positions—meaning your chances may actually be higher.

By now, many students have found a job after completing one of our programs.

You learn the fundamentals—and you learn them well with us. As a programmer, you’ll keep developing throughout your career, and at Winc Academy we also teach you how to keep learning.

Anywhere you like! Developers are needed in virtually every industry. After the Front-end Development program, you can work as a junior Front-end Developer or web developer. After completing Full-stack Development, you can also apply for roles that require Python knowledge. Our students work at large companies like Bol.com and Visma-Raet, as well as at web development agencies.