Programme Overview

The Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L5DC BM) 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 Business Information Technology (L4DBIT).

Who Should Choose This Programme?

Students will be exposed to more advanced topics in a range of areas including information systems analysis, database development and the principles of business operations. 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 and business 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), the University of Greenwich Business Information Technology Top Up 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.

Entry Requirements

For entry onto the NCC Education L5DC BM qualification students must have at least one of the following:

• NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing in Business Management (L4DC BM) or an NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) OR

• A local or international qualification which is deemed to be of a similar level to the NCC Education L4DC BM qualification. This must be agreed with NCC Education in advance

Direct Entry at Other Points

Most students are expected to join the NCC Education Computing journey at Level 4 or earlier.

However, applications will be accepted for entry at any point and will be accepted, by means of documented evidence, using the following criteria:

• The applicant’s general educational background is appropriate for the level of entry.

• The applicant’s knowledge of computing is both equivalent to, and appropriate for, the level of entry.

Progression Opportunities

Students that complete the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC) can enroll onto NCC Education’s final year BCIS or Computing top-up degrees:

The BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems top-up degree is delivered online by NCC Education and is validated and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

The BSc (Hons) Computing top-up degree is delivered at selected NCC Education Accredited Partner Centres and is awarded by the University of Greenwich

Or apply to Year 3 of a university degree programme.

Fees