Academic Requirements

• NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (RQF) OR NCC Education International Diploma in Computer Studies 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 the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (RQF) qualification. 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.
• Networking Security and Cryptography
  • Provides you with the underlying theory and practical skills required to secure networks and to send data safely and securely over network communication.
• 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.
• Analysis, Design and Implementation
  • Provides you with in-depth knowledge,  skills and experience in the use of object-oriented techniques for the development of software. The unit also develops your expertise in object-oriented analysis, design and coding, and the testing of systems.
• 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.
• Agile Development
  • Explores the processes, people, practices and principles of agile development systems. The unit fully prepares you for the future trends in software development and reinforces your understanding of the information systems development process.
• Computing Project
  • Gives you the opportunity to utilise the skills needed to develop a computing artefact to solve a problem, which involves research, analysis, design, coding, testing and project management knowledge and expertise.

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%
• Networking Security and Cryptography: Global Examination 50%, Global Assignment 50%
• Information Systems Analysis: Global Assignment 100%
• Dynamic Websites: Local Examination 50%, Global Assignment 50%
• Analysis, Design and Implementation: Global Assignment 100%
• Database Design and Development: Local Examination 50%, Global Assignment 50%
• Agile Development: Global Assignment 100%
• Computing Project: Global Assignment 100%

Graduation Criteria

Upon successful completion of all modules, students will be eligible for the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing awarded by NCC Education.

Awards

• NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing awarded by NCC Education.

Academic Progression

On successful completion of the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (RQF), student will be able to complete the final year of a Bachelor’s degree with NCC Education in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire, or the University of Greenwich or at one of the many universities that recognise NCC Education qualifications, or pursue a career in the Computing industry.

Local Students (Full-time)

Local Students (Part-time)

International Students