Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC)

The Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC) is an Ofqual-regulated qualfication. It is a general qualification that introduces the field of computing and equips students to show key transferable study skills, mathematical competency, and an understanding of the essential concepts of IT and practical computing skills.

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In addition, successful candidates will fulfil the main entry requirements for the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) or Level 4 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L4DB BM), as well as opening up opportunities to access a range of higher education courses or employment. Examples of higher education opportunities include, but are not limited to, progressing to university degrees in:

  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Networking Systems
  • Digital Media Technology
  • Computer Forensics and Security

  Examples of employment opportunities include roles such as:

  • IT Helpdesk Professional
  • Data Entry Clerk
  • IT Support Technician and Computer Service
  • Repair Technician

  The Level 3 Diploma in Computing syllabus and assessment is suitable for students aged 16-19 as well as adult learners.

  • Study and Presentation Skills 
  • Digital World 
  • Introduction to Computer Science 
  • Introduction to Programming with Python 
  • Mathematical Skills for Computing 

For entry onto the NCC Education L3DC qualification, Students must meet the following entry requirements:

  • Completed their GCSE/IGCSE ‘O’ Levels or an equivalent* qualification in their own country and passed 4 subjects with minimum grades of ‘C’, ‘4’ or equivalent* in each. English and Mathematics should be included in these minimum grades.  
  • In instances where a student achieves a lower score in Mathematics, they will be required to pass a Mathematics pre-assessment test set by the centre and achieve the minimum mark.**   
  • Students who do not have a GCSE/iGCSE ‘O’ Levels or equivalent at a ‘C’ ‘4’ in English, must have a valid score of 5.5 or above in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination. Alternatively, students must take and pass the free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test which is administered by our Accredited Partner Centres.  

*Centres need to provide evidence to justify any equivalency decision (both qualification equivalency and grade equivalency) they make pertaining to any enrolments via non-GCSE or non-standard routes.  

**This is to be shared and agreed with NCC Education with evidence provided for each learner. 

Students that complete the Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC) can:

  • Enrol onto the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC), equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor’s degree.

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  • Choose where to study in the world. Click here to view the latest university progression routes.

Assessments for all units will be offered in a number of assessment cycles throughout the year. The units are all assessed by either examination or assignments.

NCC Education is regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to award the Level 3 Diploma in Computing in England. Ofqual Qualification reference number 600/6416/X.

Students

If you are interested in completing one of our British qualifications, please send a copy of your qualification(s) to [email protected] whereby we can discuss your possibilities for enrolment. 

Study Centres 

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