Academic Requirements

• NCC Education International Diploma in Computer Studies OR NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business Information Technology (RQF) OR NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (RQF) OR Informatics Academy Diploma or equivalent qualification from the CPE registered institutions in related field of studies OR A local or international qualification which is deemed to be of a similar level to these awards. This shall be agreed with NCC Education in advance.
• Engish Language Proficiency: GCE ‘O’ Level English C6 or above OR Have a valid score of 5.5 or above in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination or equivalent.

Non-Academic Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years old

Modules Covered

• Professional Issues in IT
  • Highlights the professional issues that impact on  the development, deployment, maintenance and use of computer system. This unit will equip you with the knowledge surrounding social, ethical and legal issues applicable to the IT field and also a working understanding of software quality.
• Information Systems Analysis
  • Equips you with a range of tools to analyse the function and requirements of information systems, as well as the skills to compare systems analysis models and to examine them in the wider context of the Internet and the social, economic and political climate of an organisation.
• Dynamic Websites
  • Builds on existing knowledge of both databases and web design in order to build dynamic websites and also equips you with a range of skills to present content on the World Wide Web.
• Database Design and Development
  • Allows you to develop your skills in the design and development of databases and database management systems, as well as investigating enterprise applications of databases.
• Information Systems and Organisations
  • Introduces the subject of information systems and technology in organisations, taking a broad perspective on how it can be managed effectively within the organisational context. Students will be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the role of information systems in modern organisations, including the management of social, cultural and political aspects that are important to successful adoption of technology.
• Principles of Business Operations
  • Designed to help students appreciate and understand business operations in both the manufacturing and services sectors. The unit will cover the basic principles of operations within a global context from three key perspectives: understanding operations, designing operations and managing operations.
• Office Solutions Development
  • Develops practical skills in the automation of common office applications to support a variety of tasks.
• Business IT Project
  • Gives the opportunity to gain practical experience in developing a system solution to an open-ended problem derived from the real world.

Delivery Mode

• Full-time/Part-time

Delivery Methods

• Combination of lectures, tutorials and workshop conducted in classroom environment at Informatics Academy campus. Lessons are typically in blocks of 3-hour sessions

Duration

• Full-time: 12 months
• Part-time: 12 months

Timetable

• 3 hours sessions

Commencement Dates

• March
• June
• September
• December

Assessment Methods

Assessments for all units are offered in a number of assessment cycles throughout the year. Units are assessed by both examination and coursework assignments.

Grading Criteria

• Professional Issues in IT: Global Examination 100%
• Information Systems Analysis: Global Examination 100%
• Dynamic Websites: Global Assignment 100%
• Database Design and Development: Local Examination 50%, Global Assignment 50%
• Information Systems and Organisations: Global Examination 100%
• Principles of Business Operations : Global Examination 100%
• Office Solutions Development: Local Examination 50%, Global Assignment 50%
• Business IT Project: Global Assignment 100%

Graduation Criteria

Upon successful completion of all modules, students will be eligible for the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business Information Technology (RQF) awarded by NCC Education.

Awards

• NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business Information Technology (RQF) awarded by NCC Education.

Academic Progression

The qualification allows candidates entry to NCC Education’s final year top-up qualifications in Business (further entry requirements may apply), the third year of many UK university degrees or enables candidates to pursue a career in the business industry.

Local Students (Full-time)

Local Students (Part-time)

International Students