For fresh graduates and career switchers who want to enter the tech industry but haven't decided on a specialisation — IT Ignite is the ideal first step. Build real technical foundations across all domains, then graduate ready for any of Rooman's 7 specialisation tracks.
You can also join IT Ignite in parallel with a specialisation track if you want broader context alongside your focused learning. Many students use Ignite to fill gaps and accelerate their progress in their chosen programme.
IT IGNITE
12 weeks · 80 hrs · All domains · 4 phases · Certificate on completion
Syntax, logic flow, data structures, scripting
GenAI interaction, contextual prompting
VS Code, Copilot, modern dev workflows
CLI operations, file systems, permissions
TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS protocols
Virtualisation, SaaS/PaaS/IaaS basics
Threat landscapes, mitigation strategies
SQL basics, data organisation, query logic
SDLC lifecycle, Agile vs Waterfall
Git repos, branching, collaborative history
Data privacy, information analysis, ethics
Interview prep, resume building, etiquette
| Factor | Join IT Ignite first | Go direct to specialisation |
|---|---|---|
| Tech background | No prior background needed | Some prior tech exposure helps |
| Career direction | Undecided — exploring options | Already decided on a track |
| Foundation depth | Broad exposure across all domains | Deep dive into one domain directly |
| Pivot risk | Low — any track open after Ignite | Higher if you change your mind later |
| Time to job-ready | 4–5 months (Ignite + specialisation) | 3 months (faster if goal is clear) |
| Parallel option | Can run alongside a specialisation | N/A |
| Best for | Fresh graduates, career switchers | Students with clear goal + background |
"I had zero coding knowledge. After Ignite, I knew exactly that Data Analytics was my path. The SQL and Python weeks were the turning point."
"The Cloud week in Phase 2 made me realise that's where I belonged. Went straight into the AWS DevOps track right after Ignite. Placed in 45 days."
"I was a commerce graduate with no tech background. Ignite gave me the confidence that I could actually do this. The Python module alone was worth it."
"The cybersecurity week showed me my true calling. I enrolled in the Security track immediately. The Ignite foundation made everything so much easier."