Category: Level 4

Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L4DC BM)

Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L4DC BM)

Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L4DC BM)

The Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L4DC BM) — previously the Level 4 Diploma in Business Information Technology (L4DBIT) — 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 in IT and business through a balance of academic and vocational subjects. They will be able to contribute to the development of computer systems and networks, databases, and websites in a business context, whilst also developing an awareness of business needs. The qualification allows them to understand and enter the IT and business 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, students will be able to embark on the Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L5DC BM), 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.

Accreditation Status

NCC Education is regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to award the Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) in England. Ofqual Qualification reference number 600/0624/9.

Entry Requirements

For entry into the L4DC BM qualification, students must have at least one of the following:

  • Holders of the NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES)
  • Holders of the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC) (RQF)
  • Holders of the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB) (RQF)
  • Holders of any local or international qualification deemed to be a similar level to either L3DC/L3DB or L3IFDHES (to be agreed in advance with NCC Education)
  • Holders of one ‘A’ level or equivalent, or an appropriate School Leaver’s certificate deemed to be of a similar level, passed and approved by NCC Education

For candidates whose first language is not English:

  • IELTS 5.5 or equivalent, OR
  • GCSE/iGCSE ‘O’ Level English ‘C’/’4’ or equivalent, OR
  • The free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test, available at Accredited Partner Centres

Units

Students must complete 4 core units, 3 mandatory specialist units, and 1 elective unit.

Core Units (4):

  • Computer Networks
  • Computer Systems
  • Databases
  • Front End Web Development

Mandatory Specialist Units (3):

  • eBusiness
  • Essentials of Management
  • Understanding Business Organisations

Elective Units (choose 1):

  • Algorithms and Mathematical Concepts for Computing
  • Designing and Developing Object-Oriented Computer Programmes
  • Software Engineering

Assessment

Assessments for all units are offered across a number of assessment cycles throughout the year. All units are assessed by assignments and/or examinations.

Academic Progression

Students who complete the Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L4DC BM) can:

  • Enrol onto either the Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L5DC BM) or the Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Cyber Security) (L5DC CS), equivalent to Year 2 of a UK bachelor’s degree
  • Or apply to Year 2 of a university degree programme

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