NCC Education is a leading UK awarding organisation in IT and business, providing assessment and certification through recognised British qualifications internationally. Originally part of the National Computing Centre, established in 1966 by the British Government, NCC Education began by offering IT qualifications and has since developed business and English certificates and teaching programmes.
NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business (QCF) (L3DB)
An introduction to business which equips candidates with the necessary skills for entry to the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business programme. The Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB) provides candidates with a broad but secure foundation in the fundamental concepts of business, effective and practical IT skills and the essential study skills necessary to succeed at undergraduate level study.
The programme consists of five compulsory units as follows: Study and Communication Skills, Mathematical Techniques, IT Skills, Introduction to Business,
Introduction to Accounting and Economics. Candidates must pass all five compulsory units to be awarded the qualification. Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education International Foundation Year (IFY) National Qualifications Framework Level 3
A one-year programme for speakers of English as a foreign language who are seeking entrance to a university bachelor’s programme or the NCC Education Level 4 Diplomas in Business, Computing or Business IT. The programme covers English language, study skills, mathematical techniques, culture studies and introduces candidates to world of business or IT. It consists of the following six compulsory units: Developing English Language Skills, Advanced English Language Skills, English for Academic Purposes, Study and Communication Skills, Culture Studies, Foundation Mathematics. A further two units are chosen from the following four electives: Introduction to Computing, Introduction to Programming, Introduction to Business, Introduction to Accounting and Economics.
Candidates must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification. Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing (QCF) (L3DC)
An introduction to computing which provides candidates with a broad but secure foundation in the fundamental concepts of computing and the essential study skills needed to succeed at undergraduate level. Candidates will be introduced to programming and mathematical techniques which will assist them in their understanding of computing and their future studies. The programme allows progression to the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing or Business IT programmes. The
programme consists of the following five compulsory units: Study and Communication Skills, Mathematical Techniques, IT Skills, Introduction to Computing, Introduction to Programming.
Candidates must pass all five units to be awarded the qualification. Assessed by assignments and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) A one-year, classroom-based academic programme which equips candidates with fundamental skills and knowledge in computing. Upon completion of the programme candidates will be competent in the development, testing and maintenance of software and database systems. The programme is aimed at candidates seeking undergraduate entry on to the NCC Education International Degree Journey in Computing or those wishing to progress to study at universities with which NCC Education has articulation agreements. Also, the programme helps those who are looking to improve their career prospects or gain employment within the IT sector. Upon successful completion, candidates can either use the qualification to secure employment in the IT sector or continue their studies on to the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in
Computing (L5DC). Alternatively, candidates can apply to one of the universities which accept NCC Education graduates on to the second year of their degree programmes. The programme consists of a total of eight units: Skills for Computing, Computer Networks, Computer Systems, Designed and Developing a Website, Databases, Designing and Developing Object-Oriented Computer Programmes, Software Development Techniques, Office Solutions Development. Candidates must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification.
The programme is assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education. NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business Information Technology (QCF) (L4DBIT)
A one-year, classroom-based academic programme, which provides candidates with a comprehensive understanding of computing, communication and business skills. Upon completion of the programme candidates will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of computing systems. Candidates will also gain a solid foundation and breadth of knowledge in business. The programme is aimed at candidates seeking undergraduate entry on to the NCC Education International Degree Journey in Business IT, and those wishing to progress to study at universities with which NCC Education has articulation agreements. Alternatively, the programme helps those who are looking to improve their career prospects or gain employment within the IT sector.
The programme consists of a total of eight core units: Skills for Computing, Computer Networks, Computer Systems, Designing and Developing a Website, Databases, eBusiness, Essentials of Management, Understanding Business Organisations. Candidates must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification. Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business (L4DB) A one-year, classroom-based academic programme, which provides candidates with a broad introduction to the many aspects of international business in today’s world. Upon completion of the programme candidates will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of business principles and concepts. Candidates will also gain a solid foundation and breadth of knowledge in business management, economics and ebusiness. The programme is aimed at candidates seeking
undergraduate entry on to the NCC Education International Degree Journey in Business and those wishing to progress to study at universities with which NCC Education has articulation agreements. Alternatively, the programme helps those who are looking to improve their career prospects or gain employment within the business sector.
The programme consists of eight core units: Essentials of Management, Fundamentals of Economics,
Communications for Business, Understanding Business Organisations, Business Mathematics, Introduction to Finance, eBusiness, Principals of Marketing. Candidates must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification. Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (QCF) (L5DC)
A one-year, classroom-based academic programme, which equips candidates with a critical understanding of the established principles of computing. Candidates will have developed new skills relevant to the IT industry and build upon the knowledge gained from the L4DC. The programme is aimed at candidates seeking to progress to the second year of a three-year NCC Education
International Degree Journey in Computing, or those wishing to progress to study at universities with which NCC Education has articulation agreements. Alternatively, the programme helps those who are looking to improve their career prospects or gain employment within the IT sector. The programme consists of a total of eight core units: Professional Issues in IT, Network Security and Cryptography, Information Systems Analysis, Dynamic Websites, Analysis, Design and Implementation, Database Design and Development, Agile Development, Computing Project. Candidates must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification. The programme is assessed by assignments and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business IT (L5DBIT) A one-year, classroom-based academic programme, which equips candidates with a critical understanding of the established principles of computing relevant to the IT and business industry. Candidates will develop new skills relevant to the IT industry and build upon the knowledge gained from the L4DBIT. The programme is aimed at candidates seeking to progress to the second year of the three-year NCC Education International Degree Journey in Business IT, and those wishing to progress to study at universities with which NCC Education has articulation agreements. Alternatively, the programme helps those who are looking to improve their career prospects or gain employment within the IT sector.
The programme consists of a total of eight core units: Professional Issues in IT, Information Systems Analysis, Dynamic Websites, Database Design and Development, Business IT Project, Information Systems and
Organisations, Principles of Business Operations, Office Solutions Development. Students must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification.
Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business (QCF) (L5DB)
A one-year, classroom-based academic programme, which equips candidates with a critical understanding of the established principles of business and management. Candidates develop new skills relevant to the business industry and build upon the knowledge gained from the L4DB. The programme is aimed at candidates seeking to progress to the second year of the three-year NCC Education International Degree Journey in Business, and those wishing to progress to study at universities with which NCC Education has articulation agreements. Alternatively, the programme helps those who are looking to improve their career prospects or gain employment within the business sector.
The programme consists of eight core units: Business Economics, Advanced Business Mathematics, Marketing in Business, Human Resources in Business, Understanding Consumer Behaviour, Principles of Business Operations, Financial Management, Information Systems and Organisations. Candidates must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification.
Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
Pre-Master’s in Business (PMB)
This programme is designed to enable candidates to quickly bridge the gap between their existing
qualifications and a master’s programme. Candidates will upgrade their English language ability to a level suitable for master’s entrance, while also being introduced to studying business subjects through the medium of English. After successful completion of this course, candidates can continue their NCC Education Postgraduate Degree Journey with the NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business Management, or apply to one of the universities which accept NCC Education Pre-Master’s in Business graduates on to their master’s degree programmes.
The programme consists of the following units:
Pre-Master’s in Business: English Language Level 4, English Language Level 5, English for Academic Purposes 1 and 2, Developing Study Skills for Postgraduate Learning, Finance and Accounting, Global Marketing Strategies and Strategic Business Management. Master’s Preparation in Business: English Language Level 4, English Language Level 5, English for Academic Purposes 1 and 2, Developing Study Skills for Postgraduate Learning and one of the three business modules.
Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
Pre-Master’s in IT (PMIT)
This programme is designed to enable candidates to quickly bridge the gap between their existing
qualifications and a master’s programme. Candidates will upgrade their English language ability to a level suitable for master’s entrance, while also being introduced to studying IT subjects through the medium of English. After successful completion of this course, candidates can continue their NCC Education Postgraduate Degree Journey with the NCC Education Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Business IT, or apply to one of the universities which accept NCC Education Pre-Master’s in Business graduates on to their master’s degree programmes.
The programme consists of the following units: Pre-Master’s in IT: English Language Level 4, English Language Level 5, English for Academic Purposes 1 and 2, Developing Study Skills for Postgraduate Learning, Databases, Object-Oriented Modelling, Decision and Management and Support Systems.
Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business Management (QCF) (L7DBM)
The NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business
Management is designed to develop a student’s career in management. The programme covers a wide range of contemporary issues and develops the critical, analytical and technical skills needed for senior management positions. The programme will also develop the academic skills required for further study at master’s level. NCC Education also works in conjunction with a number of UK universities, to deliver MBA and MSc programmes for L7DBM graduates.
The programme consists of eight core units as follows: Information and Knowledge Management, International Marketing Strategy, Management, Control and
Accountability for Financial Resources, Managing People in Organisations, Research Methods, Study Skills for Postgraduate Learning, Strategic Management and Strategic Operations Management. Candidates must pass all eight units to be awarded the qualification. Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.
NCC Education Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Business IT (L7DSBIT)
The NCC Education Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Business IT is designed for IT and computing graduates or practitioners who wish to further develop their careers. The programme covers a wide range of contemporary issues and develops the critical, analytical and technical skills needed for senior positions in the IT industry. The course also develops the academic skills required for further study at master’s level. NCC Education also works in conjunction with a number of UK
universities, to deliver MSc programmes for L7DSBIT graduates.
The programme consists of four core units as follows: Research in Information Technology, Enterprise Software and Business Infrastructure, Strategic Information Systems Analysis and Project Management. Candidates must pass all four units to be awarded the qualification. Assessed by assignment and examination. Awarded by NCC Education.