Become an NCC Education Accredited Partner

AND OFFER GREAT BRITISH QUALIFICATIONS

About NCC Education

NCC Education is a fully accredited UK awarding body and a global provider of distinct British education in Business, Computing, and university access programmes. Our qualifications in Computing and Business span from foundational to Master's degree level, accommodating a wide array of academic interests.

We take pride in our over one million graduates who have achieved their qualifications through our flexible British degree pathways. These pathways enable students to progress at a pace that suits them, from any location worldwide, creating a truly global educational community.

SINCE 1966

NCC EDUCATION WAS ORIGINALLY PART OF THE NATIONAL COMPUTING CENTRE, ESTABLISHED AS A COMPUTING INITIATIVE BY THE BRITISH GOVERNMENT IN 1966.

Our qualifications are internationally recognised and highly valued by employers and universities across continents. The success of our graduates in their university studies and subsequent professional careers is a testament to the high standard of our programmes. At NCC Education, we aim to continue fostering such successes by educating, inspiring and growing the futures of students around the world.

Since our inception, we have developed a network of OVER 200 PARTNERS CENTRES LOCATED IN MORE THAN 50 COUNTRIES

Be our Next Success Story

Working with a global network of schools, colleges and universities we provide learners with a route to obtain a university degree and access to British education, through a combination of traditional and distance learning.

Accredited Partner Centres are given full access to a comprehensive range of teaching and learning resources, and the necessary ongoing academic guidance and support to meet UK quality standards. Our business model allows centres to offer one or more of our qualifications at their institution. This ranges from a diploma to a full degree pathway specialising in Business and Computing qualifications.

NCC Education mirrors the best aims and objectives of British Higher Education. We try to avoid training today's students to solve yesterday's problems. We believe there is a need to ensure that today's students are tomorrow's creative thinkers and we make every effort to future-proof our qualifications to achieve this goal.

Peter Ford Director of NCC Education and Chair of Academic Board

What is an Accredited Partner Centre?

An Accredited Partner Centre (APC) is a college or educational institution that joins our global network. APCs collaborate with us to deliver NCC Education programmes within their own institutions to their students. As an APC, they receive support and guidance from us, ensuring the successful implementation of our education programmes.

Why become an APC?

There are several compelling reasons to become an Accredited Partner Centre with NCC Education. In collaboration with us, they offer their students an affordable path to obtaining a UK university degree and other globally recognized British certifications while remaining in their own country.

Our qualifications have a practical focus, equipping students with career-oriented skills that expand their employment prospects domestically and internationally. Additionally, APCs benefit from our studentcentric and supportive approach, allowing flexibility for students to join or leave their degree journey at any point, study at their preferred pace, and receive recognised certificates at each stage of the pathway.

By becoming an APC, educational institutions can enhance their offerings and provide their students with high-quality international education opportunities.

What we Offer APCs

• Comprehensive teaching and learning materials with guidance notes in support of each programme

• Marking and moderation services, sample assessments, past assignment and exam papers with supporting marking schemes.

• Flexible diploma programmes and assessment cycles that fit any academic year and can be delivered full-time over 1 year or part-time over 2 or 3 years

• A Centre Support Executive (CSE) managing the centre’s student registrations and assessments.

• A Business Development Manager (BDM) supporting the commercial relationship.

• An Academic Support Manager (ASM) supporting the academic training and any queries relating to syllabus, timetable and assessments.

• Access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

• Turn-it-in anti-plagiarism software

• Ongoing academic and commercial support, online and face-to-face training and annual visits when scheduled.

• Marketing collateral and guidance.

Resources to become an APC

A conducive and positive learning environment

Experienced academic teaching staff

Modern teaching equipment and facilities including the internet

Exam facilities for students and independent invigilators

Library books or a digital library that can support our curriculum

What we Offer Students

Qualifications

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Six core units plus Further Mathematics and Chemistry

COMPUTING

Six core units plus Introduction to Computer Science and Introduction to Programming

ENGINEERING

Six core units plus Further Mathematics and Physics

HIGHER FINANCE

Six core units plus Further Mathematics and Introduction to Accounting and Economics

HEALTH SCIENCES

Six core units plus Biology and Chemistry

BUSINESS

Six core units plus Introduction to Business and Introduction to Accounting and Economics

LEVEL 3 INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION DIPLOMA FOR HIGHER EDUCATION STUDIES (L3IFDHES)

Choose from a range of elective units to your chosen field of study and follow your desired career pathway.

An OFQUAL regulated one-year preuniversity access qualification which includes a significant amount of English language and study skills teaching. The course provides progression to university degrees in areas of Business, Computing, Engineering, Finance, Humanities, Science and Healthcare. Developed in collaboration with UK Universities it can be offered 1 year full-time or part-time over 2 or 3 years. The programme is accompanied by a comprehensive set of teaching and learning materials for the classroom.

Students who complete the L3IFDHES will have guaranteed entry to the following universities in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Canada, USA and Australia:

• Bangor University

• Birmingham City University

• Carroll University

• CQ University

• Limerick Institute of Technology

• Liverpool Hope University

• National College of Ireland

There are in total over 80 University progression routes for students to choose from on successful completion of this programme.

❑ Level 3 Diplomas

• Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB)

• Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC)

• Level 3 International Foundation Diploma (L3IFDHES)

❑ Level 4 Diplomas

• Level 4 Diploma in Business (L4DB)

• Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC)

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

❑ Level 5 Diplomas

• Level 5 Diploma in Business (L5DB)

• Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC)

• Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L5DC BM)

• Level 5 Diploma in Computing (With cyber Security) (L5DC CS)

Tertiary Education

❑ Level 6 Diploma

• Level 6 Diploma in Business Strategy and Management (L6DBSM)

❑ Top-up Degrees

• BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems (BCIS) offered by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

• BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking (CSN) offered by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

• BSc (Hons) Computing awarded by the University of Greenwich

❑ Level 7 Diploma in Business Management

• Students that successfully complete this diploma are eligible to enrol for a topup Masters or MBA qualification with a university partner institution on campus or through distance learning. MBA options are available from the Cardiff Metropolitan, Leeds Beckett or the University of Plymouth.

Computing Degree Pathway

Complete a British Computing Diploma and Degree with NCC Education Study Method: Classroom or Online

PRE-UNIVERSITY QUALIFICATIONS

University Bridging Course

Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

120 credits

Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 6 months full-time study

60 credits

Advanced Level (‘A’ Level) of the UK General Certificate of Education (GCE)

YEAR 1 (120 credits)

Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

YEAR 2 (120 credits)

Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

YEAR 3 (120 credits)

BSc (Hons) Computing in partnership with the University of Greenwich

Delivery: Classroom

Duration: 1-year full-time study / 2-year part-time study

Other international qualifications deemed equivalent

BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire

Delivery: Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study / 2-year part-time study

Cyber Security Degree Pathway

Complete a British Computing Diploma and Degree with NCC Education Study Method: Classroom or Online

PRE-UNIVERSITY QUALIFICATIONS

University Bridging Course

Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

120 credits

Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC)

Delivery method:

Classroom / Online

Duration: 6 months full-time study

60 credits

Advanced Level (‘A’ Level) of the UK General Certificate of Education (GCE)

YEAR 1 (120 credits)

Other international qualifications deemed equivalent

Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

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

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

YEAR 2 (120 credits)

Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Cyber Security) (L5DC CS)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

YEAR 3 (120 credits)

BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire

Delivery: Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study / 2-year part-time study

Computing Business Management Degree Pathway

Complete a British Computing Diploma and Degree with NCC Education Study Method: Classroom or Online

PRE-UNIVERSITY QUALIFICATIONS

University Bridging Course

Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

120 credits

Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 6 months full-time study

60 credits

Advanced Level (‘A’ Level) of the UK General Certificate of Education (GCE)

Other international qualifications deemed equivalent

Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

YEAR 1 (120 credits)

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

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

YEAR 2 (120 credits)

Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L5DC BM)

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study

YEAR 3 (120 credits)

BSc (Hons) Computing in partnership with the University of Greenwich

Delivery: Classroom

Duration: 1-year full-time study / 2-year part-time study

BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire

Delivery: Online

Duration: 1-year full-time study / 2-year part-time study

Business Degree Pathway

Complete a British Diploma, Degree and MBA with NCC Education Study Method: Classroom or Online

Year 1

Diploma (120 credits)

Year 2

Advanced Diploma (120 credits)

Level 4 Diploma in Business (L4DB)

Duration: 1-year full-time study

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Level 5 Diploma in Business (L5DB)

Duration: 1-year full-time study

Delivery method: Classroom / Online

Graduate Diploma or Degree top-up

(120 credits)

Level 6 Diploma in Business Strategy and Management (L6DBM)

Duration: 1-year full-time study

Delivery method: Classroom

Postgraduate Level Diploma (120 credits)

Year 3 Year 4 Year 4/5

MBA (60 credits)

Manchester Metropolitan University BA (Hons) Business Administration and Management

University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) BA (Hons) Business Administration

Level 7 Diploma in Business Management (L7DBM)

Choose from three delivery methods:

• Taught (Classroom)

• Independent (100% Online)

• Blended (A mix of both)

Choose to graduate with:

• Professional unit certificate (20 credits)

• Postgraduate level diploma (120 credits)

Master of Business Administration (MBA top-up)

University of Plymouth

• MBA Master of Business Administration (top-up)

• 60 credit dissertation

• Direct entry with L7DBM

• Project based and supported through expert supervision and online learning

University of Northampton BA (Hons) Business Management

Cardiff Metropolitan University

• MBA Advanced Entry Route

• Research Methods module (20 credits) and Dissertation (40 credits)

• Direct entry with L7DBM

• The course begins with Induction and Research Methods webinars which take approximately 4 weeks.

*Classroom delivery offered by local colleges and universities that partner with NCC Education. These partners are referred to as Accredited Partner Centres (APCs).

Primary and Secondary Education

is a suite of primary and secondary school Computing programmes developed by NCC Education.

Digi recognises the importance of strong digital skills and provides a core understanding of computer science in the 21st century. The course has been designed to meet the needs of UK and international students aged 5 to 16.

Digital Literacy Programme:

• Digi Key Stage 1 - Digi Explorers

• Digi Key Stage 2 - Digi Navigators

• Digi Key Stage 3 - Digi Trailblazers

• Digi Key Stage 4 - Digi Award

NCC Education’s Pre-Master’s in Business is designed to enable candidates to efficiently bridge the gap between their existing qualifications and a master’s qualification. Pre-Masters programmes are designed to prepare international students fully for studying at postgraduate level and deliver high-quality students.

It allows candidates to upgrade their english language ability to a level suitable for master’s entrance, while also being introduced to studying a range of business-related subjects through the medium of English.

The programme aims to raise the academic and English Language skills of the learner whilst preparing them for a variety of master’s related subjects through choosing a choice of elective units, supporting the appropriate subject choice.

On successful completion of the qualification students will be able to progress directly on to a master’s degree programme with a university.

Pre-Master's in Business

CURRENTLY 13 UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK ACCEPT THIS QUALIFICATION ACROSS A RANGE OF MASTER’S OPTIONS*

Short Courses

Short Courses in Data Science

Data science is the study of extracting meaningful insights from data. It is a forward-looking approach with the focus on analysing the past or current data and predicting the future outcomes with the aim of making informed decisions. Regardless of industry or size, organisations that wish to remain competitive in the age of big data need to efficiently develop and implement data science capabilities.

The Short Courses in Data Science have four levels:

• Short Course in Data Science: An Introduction

• Short Course in Data Science: Intermediate

• Short Course in Data Science: Advanced

• Short Course in Data Science: Expert

Short Course in Cyber Security

The Short Course in Cyber Security will provide participants with knowledge of the fundamental principles, underlying theory and practical skills employed in securing information and networks.

It will allow learners to assess the security risks inherent in computer networks and the technologies that can be employed to counter such risks. It covers cryptographic algorithms, including practical examples of breaking codes. As a practical course that teaches the principles of network security and cryptography, our Short Course in Cyber Security allows learners to acquireand demonstrate their practical, work ready skills in this field.

Short Course in Computer Basics

Our Short Course in Computer Basics will provide students with an introduction to the key Computer Basics that will be required in their studies. Students will learn basic skills in using word processors, spreadsheets and presentation software.

The module will focus on the Microsoft Office suite, with reference being made to Microsoft Office 2010 software throughout. However, the module has been specifically designed to allow the relevant skills to be taught regardless of the software version being used.

All material can be adapted to other versions of Microsoft Office (such as the 2007 version) and also other word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages; students should not be disadvantaged through the use of any particular version.

Short Course in Artificial Intelligence

The Short Course in Artificial Intelligence (AI) provides learners with the foundation and branches of Artificial Intelligence, such as search strategies, knowledge representation and reasoning techniques. The course also introduces a range of well-known techniques and applications in artificial intelligence, such as fuzzy logic machine learning, expert systems, natural language processing, and intelligent agents.

Validation & Endorsements

Our Validation and Endorsement Services offer your centre curriculum and assessment expertise, validating the quality of your organisation's self-developed qualifications. Recognized by an Ofqual regulated, British Awarding Body, these endorsements and validations enhance the appeal and reliability of your qualifications, instilling confidence in learners and other organizations. With rigorous quality assurance measures in place, these services ensure consistent and trustworthy operations.

ENDORSEMENT

Endorsement recognizes the quality assurance processes for vocational qualifications or those focused on Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

VALIDATION

Validation supports organisations in developing qualifications that enable graduates to progress to higher external qualifications.

Benefits

Global recognition for your unique, locally developed qualification.

Demonstrates your commitment to quality and compliance.

Instills confidence in learners, assuring them of the highest quality qualification.

Centre Testimonials

We like working with NCC Education as it allows students to become employed globally. The relationship between NACIT and NCC Education has most definitely contributed to the growth of education in Malawi.

The NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation for Higher Education Studies aligns with the educational philosophy of our school. It provides our students with a seamless combination of language skills, personality skills and the opportunity of being accepted to world-renowned universities.

At ZCAS University, we do not just believe, but know that NCC Education programmes produce graduates who are not only able to think but are also able to “do” – they have the practical and academic skills to flourish in their careers.

Dr. Ezekiel S. Bob Jere Dean - School of ICT, ZCAS University

We are privileged to be part of this esteemed partnership. The driving values in our partnership is to provide world-class, high quality, innovative and career-focused education for our students.

Emerson Education has enjoyed a fruitful partnership with NCC Education for the past five years. NCC Education qualifications are an excellent fit with the Tanzanian job market, given the practical as well as academic skills that are taught on the programmes.

NCC Education Team provides incredible support to Accredited Partner Centres. The Team goes above and beyond to accommodate requests. We are pleased with our decision to partner with NCC Education and we look forward to a continuous fruitful partnership.

Faizan Majidhusain General Manager, Emerson Education, Tanzania

Florence Matewere Principal of NACIT Blantyre

Mr Wyatt Yap Head of Centre at YES International College in Malaysia

Yuemei Sun Head of Centre at Nord Anglia Nantong in China

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The Accreditation Process

The following steps explain the accreditation process for your Institute to become APC with NCC Education.

Expression of Interest

A Business Development Manager from NCC Education will meet and agree on programme and pricing terms with the centre and provide an application pack. 1

Submit Application

Centre submits completed and signed application form along with supporting documentation. Centre pays a non-refundable Centre Application Fee, where applicable. 2

Initial Review

The details of the application pack are reviewed to determine the organisation's ability to deliver our programmes effectively. 3

4

Agreement

Upon completion of the initial review, an agreement is issued to the centre. The Centers policies and infrastructure details are further evaluated by our Quality team.

Pay Licence Fee

On successful evaluation by the Quality team, the centre receives an invoice for the licence fee (year one). Subsequent annual licence fees are payable from year two onwards. 5

Accreditation

Subject to payment of the licence fee (Year 1) NCC Education will issue the Accreditation Certificate, letter with conditions where applicable, and a Centre Welcome Pack. A member of the NCC Education Centre Support team will contact the centre to arrange initial system, and product training and support for staff.

1

GETTING STARTED

Journey of a New APC

Receive Accreditation Letter

Our Quality team will issue the newly Accredited Partner Centre with an accreditation certificate via email, along with a Virtual Marketing welcome pack.

2

VLE Log in Details

NCC Education will provide new Accredited Partner Centre coordinators and teaching staff with log in details to the NCC Education Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). This is an online resource that provides the academic resources (including all teaching and learning materials) needed to deliver the NCC Education programmes and prepare candidates for assessment.

3

Registration Portal

Our Operations team will contact the Centre Administrator with the login details to NCC Education’s candidate registration portal. This is an online resource that provides Accredited Partners Centres with the ability to register candidates for assessment, as well as key operational documentation related to effectively administering our qualifications.

4

Marketing Team

Our Marketing team outlines the marketing support that NCC Education offers to the centre, along with marketing collateral that the centre may use to market the qualifications. Each centre receives a Virtual Marketing Welcome pack that has everything to get you started in marketing the NCC Education programmes.

5 6

Training Sessions

Our Academics and Centre Support team arrange training sessions with senior management of the centre, whereby our internal processes and systems are explained i.e. the Teaching and learning materials, Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), Registration Portal and the registration processes

Student Recruitment

Use the available NCC Education resources to promote the qualifications offered at your centre. Centres are now able to initiate student recruitment and enrolment activities.

NCC Education UK (Head Office)

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United Kingdom

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Regional Offices

SOUTH AFRICA

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CHINA

Beijing

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MALAYSIA

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Please note that the information in this booklet is subject to change.

Information update July 2023.