The NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. It is an Applied General qualification which allows candidates to demonstrate key transferable study skills, mathematical competency and applied cultural understanding, especially in the area of digital culture, as well as an understanding of the essential concepts of computer programming. The qualification introduces the field of computing and equips students with the necessary study skills to succeed in higher education. Students are introduced to essential IT Concepts, practical computing skills and mathematical concepts and techniques to further their understanding of computing.

In addition, successful candidates will fulfil the main entry requirements for the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) or Level 4 Diploma in Business IT (L4DBIT), as well as opening up opportunities to access a range of higher education courses or employment.

Examples of higher education opportunities include, but are not limited to, progressing to university degrees in:

• Software Engineering
• Computer Science
• Computer Networking Systems
• Digital Media Technology
• Computer Forensics and Security

Examples of employment opportunities include roles such as:

• IT Helpdesk Professional
• Data Entry Clerk
• IT Support Technician and Computer Service
• Repair Technician

Academic Progression Students that complete the Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC) can: Enrol onto the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC), equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor’s degree.

Entry Requirements For entry onto the NCC Education Diploma in Computing (L3DC) a student must: Have previously studied in English at secondary school level. The Level 3 Diploma in Computing syllabus and assessment is suitable for students aged 16-19 as well as adult learners.

Core Modules

• Study and Communication skills
• Culture Studies
• Introduction to Computer Science
• Introduction to Programming
• Foundation Mathematics

The NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. The qualification makes up the first year of the NCC Education degree journey. The qualification is equivalent to the first year of an IT degree in the UK university system.

Students will be given the opportunity to develop essential thinking and study skills, not only within the computing domain, but also within the context of business through a balance of academic and vocational subjects. The qualification will allow them to understand and enter the computing profession with the necessary knowledge expected within the industry and the ability to apply the skills to a range of IT-related functions.

On successful completion of the qualification students will be able to embark on NCC Education’s Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC), which is equivalent to the second year of a UK Bachelor’s degree, transfer to a university or pursue a career in the IT industry.

Core Modules

• Skills for computing
• Computer Networks
• Computer Systems
• Designing and Developing a Website
• Databases
• Designing and Developing Object-Oriented Computer Programmes
• Software Development Techniques
• Office Solutions Development

Academic Progression

The qualification allows students entry to either the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing, (which is equivalent to the second year of a UK Bachelor’s degree), or the second year of many UK university degree courses, or enables you to pursue a career in the IT industry.

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the NCC Education L4DC qualification students must have at least one of the following: NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing

The NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. The qualification (with specialisms) makes up the second year of the NCC Education degree journey and builds upon the knowledge gained during the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) or the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L4DC BM), exposing students to greater detail and more advanced topics in a range of areas including database development, information systems analysis, network security and cryptography.

Students will study a balance of academic and vocational subjects in order to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to play a significant role in IT organisations.

On successful completion of the qualification students will be able to complete the final year of a degree with the NCC Education Business Computing and Information Systems Top Up validated by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) ) delivered at our Accredited Partner Centres, at one of the many universities that recognise NCC Education qualifications, or pursue a career in the IT industry.

Core Modules

• Network Security and Cryptography
• Information System Analysis
• Database Design and Development
• Computing Project

Elective Modules

• Professional Issues in IT
• Agile Development
• Analysis, Design and Implementation
• Dynamic Website
• Artificial Intelligence

Academic Progression

The qualification allows entry onto NCC Education’s final year top-up qualifications in Computing (further entry requirements may apply), or to a third year of many UK university degree courses, or enables you to pursue a career in the IT industry.

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the NCC Education L5DC qualification students must have at least the following: NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC).