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Level 4 Diploma
(Equivalent to Year 1 Bachelors)

Level 4 Diploma
(Equivalent to Year 1 Bachelors)

Level 4

equivalent to first year of UK Bachelor's Degree

Level 4 have the following three options:
  1. Level 4 Diploma in Business (L4DB)
  2. Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC)
  3. Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management)-(L4DCBM)
Level 4 Diplomas
Level 4 Diplomas
Diploma in Business

Level 4 Diploma in Business (L4DB)

The first year of the NCC Education Business Degree journey starts from the Level
Diploma in Business (RQF) (L4DB). This diploma stands equal to the first year of
UK offered bachelor degree in business.
The diploma is essential for vocation in business industry as it sheds light on various
areas of international businesses in contemporary times. The curriculum covers both
theoretical and practical aspects of a business for you to have a better understanding
on how the businesses around the world work. Moreover, a wide range of areas of
business are covered by the subjects offered in this diploma. This diploma is an opening
way for NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business (RQF) (L5DB), or enrollment in
universities in UK or can enable you to work in the business industry.

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the NCC Education L4DC qualification, students must have at least one of the following:

  • NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (RQF) OR,
  • NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business (RQF) OR,
  • 1 GCE ‘A’ Level pass


Students must also meet the English language entry requirements of:

  • IELTS min score of 5.5 or ESOL B2 OR,
  • ‘O’ Level English C6

Mature applicants will be considered for entry if they are able to demonstrate over 2 years of relevant work experience and have a GCE ‘O’ Level / IGCSE English and Maths or equivalent.

Units

Eight Core Subjects

Subjects TQT
Essentials of Management
15 Credits
Fundamentals of Economics
15 Credits
Communications for Business
15 Credits
Understanding Business Organizations
15 Credits
Business Mathematics
15 Credits
Introduction to Finance
15 Credits
eBusiness
15 Credits
Principles of Marketing
15 Credits

Academic Progression

On successful completion of the qualification, students may progress onto the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business (L5DB), which is equivalent to the second year of a UK Bachelor’s degree, transfer to a university or pursue a career in the business industry.

University Partnership Progression

Students who successfully complete the L4DB can progress to the following universities in the UK, Republic of Ireland and Australia:

  1. Abertay University
  2. Bangor University – Guaranteed
  3. Birmingham City University – Guaranteed
  4. CQ University Australia – Guaranteed
  5. DeMontfort University
  6. Glasgow Caledonian University
  7. Kingston University London
  8. London Metropolitan University
  9. National College of Ireland – Guaranteed
  10.  Nottingham Trent University
  11.  Oxford Brookes University
  12.  Plymouth University
  13.  Southern Cross University
  14.  Staffordshire University
  15.  University of Central Lancashire
  16.  University of Greenwich
  17.  University of the West of England
  18.  University of Wolverhampton
  19.  University of Worcester

Duration

Full-time: 1 year
Candidates must pass all eight Units to be awarded the L4 Diploma in the Business certificate.

Computing

Level 4 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L4DCBM)

The first year of the NCC Education degree journey constitutes the Level 4 Diploma in Computing (RQF) (L4DC). This diploma is equivalent to the first year of UK offered IT degree. The highlight of this diploma is that it enriches the students not only in the computing domain but also its application in the business industry. Therefore, a wide range of subjects both related to academia and practical aspects of computing are offered by this diploma. This helps in grasping all the computing-related knowledge that is essential for the IT industry.

Complete this diploma and you will be eligible for NCC Education’s Level 5 Diploma in Computing (RQF) (L5DC) which has a worth of UK offered bachelor degree’s second year or you can switch to start your career in the related field. Accreditation Status

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the NCC Education L4DC qualification, students must have at least one of the following:

  • NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (RQF) OR,
  • NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing (RQF) OR,
  • 1 GCE ‘A’ Level pass

Students must also meet the English language entry requirements of:

  • IELTS min score of 5.5 or ESOL B2 OR,
  • ‘O’ Level English C6

Mature applicants will be considered for entry if they are able to demonstrate over 2 years of relevant work experience and have a GCE ‘O’ Level / IGCSE English and Maths or equivalent.

Units​

Eight Core Subjects

Subjects TQT
Skills for Computing
15 Credits
Computer Networks
15 Credits
Computer Systems
15 Credits
Designing and Developing a Website
15 Credits
Databases
15 Credits
Designing and Developing Object-Oriented Computer Programs
15 Credits
Software Development Techniques
15 Credits
Office Solutions Development
15 Credits

Level 4 Diploma in Computing with Business Management

Students studying L4DC BM must study the following eight core units:

  • Skills for Computing – This module provides essential skills required by
    computing students. The skills taught include study, presentation, report-
    writing and data handling skills. It will prepare students for successful
    outcomes in their studies and provide them with skills that can be applied in the workplace.
  • Computer Networks – This module helps students to develop a good
    understanding of basic theory and useful practical skills of networking and
    communication that are vital in today’s connected world.
  • Computer Systems – This module addresses the development of practical skills in the configuration, maintenance, fault finding and trouble-shooting of modern computer systems and develops knowledge of computer architecture.
  • Designing and Developing a Website – This module provides students with the practical skills required in website design such as understanding of markup languages, style sheets, design techniques and testing.
  • Databases – This module provides students with thorough training in practical techniques for the design and development of database systems and develops a sound understanding of the underpinning theory.
  • eBusiness – This module gives students the opportunity to examine how organisations can use all aspects of eBusiness to create new products and services, reduce the cost of existing business processes and improve the efficiency of their operations using typical revenue models.
  • Essentials of Management – This module covers the principles and functions of management, teaching students the key elements in planning and decision making and the significance of different controls required in an organisation.
  • Understanding Business Organisations -This module provides an introduction to the objectives, roles, functions and various forms of business organisation as they adapt to a dynamic and changing environment and also considers information and technology in regards to efficiency and performance.

Academic Progression

On successful completion of the qualification, students may progress onto the NCC Education 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. Students who successfully complete L4DC can progress to the following universities in the UK, Republic of Ireland and Australia:
  1. Abertay University
  2.  Bangor University
  3.  Deakin University
  4.  Glasgow Caledonian University
  5.  Leeds Beckett University
  6.  Leterkenny Institute of Technology
  7.  London Metropolitan University
  8.  National College of Ireland – Guaranteed
  9.  Nottingham Trent University
  10.  Plymouth University
  11.  Southern Cross University
  12.  Staffordshire University
  13.  University of Central Lancashire
  14.  University of Greenwich
  15.  University of the West of England
  16. University of Wolverhampton
  17. University of Worcester

Duration

Full-time: 1 year
Candidates must pass all 8 Units to be awarded the L4 Diploma in Computing certificate.

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