The 42 educational model is new in Austria, and it does not correspond to any established certification model. However, we do not believe this to be a problem in the tech sector, given that many companies tend to focus on your skills, your ability to solve problems and work in a team. Moreover, during your studies at 42 Vienna, you will build your own coding portfolio. Lastly, we want to add that in a tech role, you will never stop learning. Technology is constantly evolving, and so will you!
The RNCP6 and RNCP7 certificates will be available only for students carrying out certain projects and requirements. RNCP6 and RNCP7 are part of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and therefore recognized across Europe. The EQF is a common reference framework that describes the qualification levels across the European Union. It has eight levels, from 1 (low) to 8 (high).
RNCP6 certificates are equivalent to EQF level 6, which is the level of a bachelor’s degree or a higher professional qualification, more info can be found here.
RNCP7 certificates are equivalent to EQF level 7, which is the level of a master’s degree or a higher professional qualification, more info can be found here.
In Austria, EQF level 6 is equivalent to the “Bachelor” grade, and EQF level 7 is equivalent to the “Master” grade. It is important to note that the equivalence between the RNCP levels, EQF levels, and Austrian grades is general. There may be some cases where a specific RNCP certificate is not recognized in Austria, or where it is recognized at a different level than the general equivalence table suggests.