Level 4 Diploma in
Computing (L4DC)

The NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) is the first year of a Computing/ IT degree pathway. The qualification is equivalent to the first year of an IT degree in the UK university system.
On successful completion of the qualification, students will be able to embark on NCC Education’s Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC), 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.

Students must complete the 5 core units and the 3 specialist units 

Five core units 

  • Algorithms and Mathematical Concepts for Computing 
  • Computer Networks 
  • Computer Systems 
  • Databases 
  • Front End Web Development 

Mandatory Specialist Units –  

    • Oriented System Analysis and Design 
    • Software Engineering 
    • Designing and Developing Object-Oriented Computer Programs 

For entry onto the NCC Education L4DB qualification students must have at least one of the following:

  • NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES), Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB), or Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC).

OR

  • An international qualification that is deemed to be of a similar level to the NCC Education L3IFDHES or L3DB qualification. This shall be agreed upon with NCC Education in advance.

OR

  • One ‘A’ Level or equivalent, or an appropriate School Leavers’ certificate deemed to be of a similar level

If a potential student’s first language is not English, they must also reach the English Language requirements of either:

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum score of 5.5. Alternatively, take the free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test, which is administered by our Accredited Partner Centers.

OR

  • GCE ‘O’ Level English C6.

Mature applicants will be considered for entry if they can demonstrate over 2 years of relevant work experience; and have GCE ‘O’ Level / IGCSE English and Mathematics or equivalent.

OR

  • The Oxford Test of English is recognized for acceptance into NCC Education programs. An affordable, personalized test that fits you – it’s 100% online, flexible, fast, and available at Approved Test Centres across the globe. Plus, it’s the only language proficiency test certified by the University of Oxford.

The qualification allows students entry to either the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing, (which is equivalent to the second year of a UK Bachelor’s degree), or the second year of many UK university degree courses, or enables you to pursue a career in the IT industry.