The programme aims to build upon the Computing and Software Engineering knowledge gained at Level 4 and 5 and enhance students’ professional skills, preparing them for the workplace. It also provides students with the opportunity to develop specialist and advanced IT skills.
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The University of Greater Manchester (Previously known as the University of Bolton) traces its origins back to 1824 when the Bolton Mechanics’ Institute was initially founded. Since then the institution has a long and distinguished history of providing quality education and was granted degree awarding powers in 1990, achieving university status in 2004.
Today, University of Bolton is ranked 30th in the UK by the Guardian (2024) and number 1 in the North West for Student Satisfaction by the Complete University Guide. Located in Greater Manchester, the university boasts a modern and international campus with approximately 6,000 undergraduate students
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The BEng (Hons) Software Engineering top-up is delivered online by Western International College Online (WINC) with the final degree awarded by the University of Bolton.
The programme has been designed collaboratively working with industrial partners to ensure that students study a comprehensive program of relevant industrial topics. Many graduates find successful careers in software engineering. The syllabus has an emphasis on real world experience which is informed by the latest research and global practices.
Coursework throughout the course utilises realistic scenarios intended to prepare students for their career after university. This applies both to the technical areas studied, but also the output required from the student such as technical proposals or reports to management.
A large amount of the coursework undertaken by students on this course is project based and involves group working. The ability to work successfully and productively in teams is an essential element of modern software engineering.
It will enable students to develop skills such as advanced IT skills, analytical skills, communication, project management and organisation – all essential for the workplace. Regardless of the industry students intend to pursue careers in, the BEng (Hons) Software Engineering top-up degree will provide graduates with the necessary skills to succeed.
Full time: 1 year (2 semesters)
Part time: 2-3 years
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- NCC Education Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Computing
- ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Computing (Software Engineering)
- Qualifi Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Information Technology
- Pearson BTEC HND in Computing (Software Engineering)
Applicants who have successfully completed 2 years of study at a university can also be considered for direct entry with advanced standing.
Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this programme, subject to consideration by WINC Online and the University of Greater Manchester.
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Units comprise of weekly video lectures, tutorial exercises, discussion forums and live chat sessions with subject experts which will be accessed through WINC Virtual Learning Environment. Students will have the opportunity to interact with other students from around the world.
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Students study three core units to achieve a total of 120 credits:
- Undergraduate Project – 60 Credits
- Agile Programming – 30 Credits
- Enterprise Systems Development – 30 Credits
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]]>The programme aims to build upon the Business Management knowledge gained at Level 4 and 5 and enhance students’ professional skills, preparing them for the global business world. It also provides students with the opportunity to develop specialist business expertise across different areas.
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The University of Greater Manchester traces its origins back to 1824 when the Bolton Mechanics’ Institute was initially founded. Since then the institution has a long and distinguished history of providing quality education and was granted degree awarding powers in 1990, achieving university status in 2004.
Today, University of BGreater Manchester is ranked 30th in the UK by the Guardian (2024) and number 1 in the North West for Student Satisfaction by the Complete University Guide. Located in Greater Manchester, the university boasts a modern and international campus with approximately 6,000 undergraduate students
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The BSc (Hons) Business Management top-up degree is delivered online by Western International College Online (WINC) with the final degree awarded by the University of Greater Manchester.
The programme has an international context with the aim of preparing students for the global nature of modern business practice. The syllabus has an emphasis on real world experience which is informed by the latest research and global practices. This degree programme provides the opportunity to develop specialize business expertise as it covers a variety of subject areas.
It will enable students to develop skills such as team work, communication and time management, all essential for the workplace along with an appreciation for self-evaluation and reflection. Regardless of the industry students intend to pursue careers in, the BSc (Hons) Business Management Top-Up programme will provide graduates with a critical understanding of the problems and challenges facing organisations worldwide and equip them with the analytical and complex problem solving skills required to identify and articulate potential solutions.
Full time: 1 year (2 semesters)
Part time: 2-3 years
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- NCC Education Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Business
- SQA HND in Business
- ATHE Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Business
- Qualifi Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Business
- Pearson BTEC HND in Business (Management)
- OTHM Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Business Management
Applicants who have successfully completed 2 years of study at a university can also be considered for direct entry with advanced standing. Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this programme, subject to consideration by WINC Online and the University of Greater Manchester
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Units comprise of weekly video lectures, tutorial exercises, discussion forums and live chat sessions with subject experts which will be accessed through WINC Virtual Learning Environment. Students will have the opportunity to interact with other students from around the world
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Students study five core units to achieve a total of 120 credits:
- Strategic Management – 20 credits
- International HRM – 20 credits
- E-Commerce and Contemporary Marketing Practice – 20 credits
- Logistics and Operations Management – 20 credits
- Dissertation – 40 credits
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]]>Welcome to the BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems Programme!
Hello, aspiring tech leaders!
We are delighted that you’re exploring the BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems programme. This highly-regarded course is delivered by NCC Education and awarded and validated by the University of Lancashire.
School of Engineering and Computing
In the modern world, businesses rely on technology more than ever. Our course is designed to bridge the gap between business and technology, creating skilled professionals who can navigate both areas effectively and play a crucial role in achieving organisational success.
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- The BSc (Hons) Business Computing & Information Systems online top-up qualification is awarded by the highly reputable University of Lancashire.
- It has been specially designed for students wanting to complete the final year of their degree in a flexible, affordable, and accessible way.
- The programme is delivered by NCC Education via our Virtual Learning Environment or VLE.
- All teaching staff are UK-based academics.
- The full-time programme is over 1 academic year.
- Part-time is over 2 years and recommended for those in full-time employment.
- You can study 100% online.
- You can study at your own pace, from your home country, and be awarded a UK university degree.
- Opportunity to improve your employment prospects within the IT sector or progression to postgraduate study.
- Access to a range of transferable skills and an appreciation of working in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.
- UCLan is in the Top 7% of World Universities (CWUR 2023)
What you will do
This distance learning programme is to provide an education that will equip students like you with the knowledge, technical and interpersonal skills necessary for taking part in the design, implementation, and management of information systems and to produce professionally minded computer practitioners able to meet the responsibilities and challenges demanded by the computing industry.
Study options
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years
Tuition Fee
£4,000
Course level
Level 6 top – up / Undergraduate
Qualification
BSc (Hons)
Start date
March & September
Location
Distance Learning only
What you will study
Module title |
Credits |
Semester |
| Advanced Database Management Systems | 20 | Spring |
| Corporate Communications Systems Management | 20 | Spring |
| eBusiness | 20 | Autumn |
| Managing Information Systems Projects | 20 | Autumn |
| Information Systems Project | 40 | Autumn & Spring |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 120 |
Students also study the Information Systems Project. Full-time students begin this in their first semester and complete it in their second semester.
Core Modules
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Code: CO3902
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of database systems, ensuring that the student develops significant knowledge of the major topics (both theoretical and practical) pertinent to the development and management of modern database systems.
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Code: CO3904
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of networking, ensuring that the student develops significant knowledge of the major topics pertinent to the management of telecommunications and computer networks for corporate systems.
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Code: CO3905
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of the Internet, ensuring that the student develops significant knowledge of the major topics (both commercial and technical) pertinent to the use of the Internet to conduct business electronically.
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Code: CO3903
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of project management, ensuring that the student develops significant understanding and theoretical underpinning of different approaches to project management and the development of a rigorous attitude to quality in information systems development.
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Code: CO3906
40 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module provides the opportunity for individual in-depth study in a specialised area of information systems. It aims to develop the student’s ability to tackle, individually, a selected problem of suitable scale and complexity, and to develop the ability to present ideas in a series of written reports.
Modules taught in the March semester (beginning March, ending June)
- Advanced Database Systems Management
- Corporate Communication Systems Management
Modules taught in the Autumn semester (beginning September and ending December)
- Managing Information Systems Projects
- eBusiness.
How you will learn
Our teaching methods will be varied, interactive and engaging with live delivery from UK academics in each topic of study. The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), is the area where you will work through the module materials created by the Module Leader, participate in the module discussion forums with other students, and discuss the content of the course through live chat sessions. Each week, you are expected to undertake the following tasks for each module you are studying:
- Watch the video lecture for the topic, usually at the beginning of the teaching week
- Work through the topic tutorial, undertaking tasks as directed
- Contribute to discussion forums, answering questions and tasks set out by the Module Leader in the tutorial
- Take part in a live chat session with the Module Leader and a group of other students, discussing the week’s topic (times to be set by the Module Leader)
- Carry out private study, reading around the topics and additional tasks as directed by your Module Leader.
Assessment
This is a fully online distance learning programme. You will be assessed with a mix of assignments and supervised project work.
- Four of the five modules are 40% assignment and 60% time constrained assignments (TCAs).
- The assignments are released in week 3 and you will submit these in week 8 on the VLE.
- The TCAs are released in week 15 and you will have 48 hours to download, complete and submit these via the VLE.
Are you ready to start?
Apply NowEntry requirements
This is a final-year degree top-up programme. All students must join the programme having gained 240 academic credits.
- The NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC or L5DBIT)
- NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management)
- ABMA Computing & Information Systems**
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing*
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing & Systems Development
- ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Computing
- Informatics Diploma in IT and Advanced Diploma in IT***
- Informatics International Advanced Diploma in Computing
- OTHM – Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology
- BCET (Brit College of Engineering & Technology) Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Strategic Business Information Systems
- Any similar qualification approved by UCLan
Your Module Leaders
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Gary has considerable experience in a number of computing areas, especially databases and system security. He has previously held a senior lectureship at London Metropolitan University and is currently an IT lecturer at Redbridge College.
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Chitra is an academic and author with over 20 years of experience spanning across academia and industry in the areas of cyber security, data networking, mobile communications, technologies, and applications. She is currently a senior lecturer and program lead for cyber security at the Open University.
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Shane has over 10 years of experience designing and delivering online learning at the university level in the UK. After completing an MBA at the University of Durham, Shane has developed his career with the University of Liverpool, the London School of Business and Finance and the University of Essex Online (formerly Kaplan Open Learning).
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Following 20 years business improvement experience gained within manufacturing, public, commercial and education sectors, Maxine has developed her career designing and delivering online learning at university level in the UK with the University of Liverpool, the University of Derby and the University of Essex Online.
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Steve worked as a COBOL programmer with British Steel before returning to Sheffield University to study for an MSc Information Systems which led to a PhD in IR (Information Retrieval). His research was in the implementation and evaluation of novel algorithms for text-based retrieval. He completed his PhD in 1989 and after this, took up a teaching position at the University of Sheffield in the Department of Information Studies. He left Sheffield to take up his current position at the University of Huddersfield in 1993.
Fees and funding
We offer flexible payments for all students of up to 5 instalments.
Register by December 31st for 5% discount
| Payment Option | Total Cost | 1st Instalment | 2nd Instalment | 3rd Instalment | 4th Instalment | 5th Instalment |
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| Upfront | £3,800 | |||||
| Instalments | £4,200 | £800 | £850 | £850 | £850 | £850 |
Career Prospects
As a graduate you will be very desirable to employers thanks to specific subject knowledge and the transferable skills you will have gained during your degree. Skills such as problem solving, communication, organisation, and critical thinking are extremely valuable in the workplace and open up a multitude of options for your career.
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Once you’ve completed your degree, you’ll have:
- Fundamental skills and knowledge required by employers in the IT sector.
- Specialist understanding of database design and management, computer networks and information systems.
- The ability to learn and solve problems in multiple areas of computing and business.
- A variety of transferable business and IT skills.
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After completing a top-up degree you will graduate with a full UK honours degree. Many NCC Education students and graduates tell us that having a full UK honours degree has allowed them to progress further in their career or helped them to achieve a promotion in their current role! Some of the typical job roles you might want to explore include:
- IT Management and Consultancy
- Software Engineering
- Systems Analysts & Designers
- IT Solutions Specialist
- Web Developer
Start your future today!
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]]>Welcome to the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking Programme!
Hello, aspiring tech leaders!
We are delighted that you’re exploring theBSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking Top Up degree programme. This highly-regarded course is delivered by NCC Education and awarded and validated by the University of Lancashire .
School of Engineering and Computing
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- The BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking online top-up qualification is awarded by the highly reputable University of Central Lancashire
- It has been specially designed for students wanting to complete the final year of their degree in a flexible, affordable, and accessible way.
- The programme is delivered by NCC Education via our Virtual Learning Environment or VLE.
- All teaching staff are UK based academics.
- The full-time programme is over 1 academic year.
- Part-time is over 2 years and recommended for those in full-time employment.
- You can study 100% online.
- You can study at your own pace, from your home country, and be awarded a UK university degree.
- Opportunity to improve your employment prospects within the IT sector or progression to postgraduate study.
- Access to a range of transferable skills and an appreciation of working in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.
- In partnership with CompTIA, graduates of this course will be offered the opportunity to achieve an additional professional certificate in either Cyber Security (CySA+) or Cloud Infrastructure (Cloud+).
What you’ll do
This distance learning programme equips students with the knowledge, technical and interpersonal skills necessary for taking part in the design, implementation, management, and security of modern computer systems. The programme modules are designed to provide students with the fundamental skills and knowledge required to meet the responsibilities and challenges demanded in the cybersecurity industry.
Study options
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years
Fees
£4,000
Course level
Level 6 top – up / Undergraduate
Qualification
BSc (Hons)
Start date
March & September
Location
Distance Learning only
What you will study
Module title |
Credits |
Semester |
| Advanced Database Management Systems | 20 | Spring |
| Corporate Communications Systems Management | 20 | Spring |
| Cloud & Virtualisation Security | 20 | Autumn |
| Cyber Security Management | 20 | Autumn |
| Information Systems Project | 40 | Autumn & Spring |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 120 |
Students also study the Information Systems Project. Full-time students begin this in their first semester and complete it in their second semester.
Modules taught in the March semester (beginning March, ending June)
- Advanced Database Systems Management
- Corporate Communication Systems Management
Modules taught in the Autumn semester (beginning September and ending December)
- Cloud & Virtualisation Security
- Cyber Security Management
Are you ready to start?
Apply Now
Core Modules
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Code: CO3902
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of database systems, ensuring that the student develops significant knowledge of the major topics (both theoretical and practical) pertinent to the development and management of modern database systems.
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Code: CO3904
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of networking, ensuring that the student develops significant knowledge of the major topics pertinent to the management of telecommunications and computer networks for corporate systems.
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Code: CO3905
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of the Internet, ensuring that the student develops significant knowledge of the major topics (both commercial and technical) pertinent to the use of the Internet to conduct business electronically.
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Code: CO3903
20 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module aims to build upon the student’s general understanding of project management, ensuring that the student develops a significant understanding and theoretical underpinning of different approaches to project management and the development of a rigorous attitude to quality in information systems development.
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Code: CO3906
40 CREDITS / CORE / COURSEWORK
This module provides the opportunity for individual in-depth study in a specialised area of information systems. It aims to develop the student’s ability to tackle, individually, a selected problem of suitable scale and complexity, and to develop the ability to present ideas in a series of written reports.
How you will learn
Our teaching methods will be varied, interactive and engaging with live delivery from UK academics in each topic of study. The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), is the area where you will work through the module materials created by the Module Leader, participate in the module discussion forums with other students, and discuss the content of the course through live chat sessions. Each week, you are expected to undertake the following tasks for each module you are studying:
- Watch the video lecture for the topic, usually at the beginning of the teaching week
- Work through the topic tutorial, undertaking tasks as directed
- Contribute to discussion forums, answering questions and tasks set out by the Module Leader in the tutorial
- Take part in a live chat session with the Module Leader and a group of other students, discussing the week’s topic (times to be set by the Module Leader)
- Carry out private study, reading around the topics and additional tasks as directed by your Module Leader.
Assessment
This is a fully online distance learning programme. You will be assessed with a mix of assignments and supervised project work.
- Four of the five modules are 40% assignment and 60% time constrained assignments (TCAs).
- The assignments are released in week 3 and you will submit these in week 8 on the VLE.
- The TCAs are released in week 15 and you will have 48 hours to download, complete and submit these via the VLE.
Who will teach you
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Gary has considerable experience in a number of computing areas, especially databases and system security. He has previously held a senior lectureship at London Metropolitan University and is currently an IT lecturer at Redbridge College.
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Chitra is an academic and author with over 20 years of experience spanning across academia and industry in the areas of cyber security, data networking, mobile communications, technologies, and applications. She is currently a senior lecturer and program lead for cyber security at the Open University.
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Abdullahi has a PhD in Network Security from Liverpool John Moores University and is currently a Senior Lecturer in Computer Networks & Mobile Technology at the University of West of England. In the past he was employed as a Cyber Security consultant by BT and a Research Fellow at the University of Oxford where he led research on the security of connected home futures.
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Steve worked as a COBOL programmer with British Steel before returning to Sheffield University to study for an MSc Information Systems which led to a PhD in IR (Information Retrieval). His research was in the implementation and evaluation of novel algorithms for text-based retrieval. He completed his PhD in 1989 and after this, took up a teaching position at the University of Sheffield in the Department of Information Studies. He left Sheffield to take up his current position at the University of Huddersfield in 1993.
Entry requirements
This is a final-year degree top-up programme. All students must join the programme having gained 240 academic credits.
- NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing and Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Cyber Security)
- ABMA Computing & Information Systems***
- ATHE Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Computing + 3 EC Council units**
- Informatics Diploma in IT and Advanced Diploma in IT
- Informatics International Advanced Diploma in Computing
- OTHM – Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Information Technology + 3 EC Council units
- Pearson BTEC HND in Computing (Network Engineering)
- Pearson BTEC HND in Computing (Cyber Security)
- Qualifi – Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
- Qualifi – Level 4 and 5 Diploma in IT + 3 EC Council Units
- SQA- Advanced Diploma in Computing: Networking*
- SQA – Higher National Diploma Cyber Security*
- BCET (Brit College of Engineering and Technology) – Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Strategic Software Engineering****
- Any similar qualification approved by UCLan
* This entry pathway is based on students studying optional Database units ** This entry pathway is based on students studying the 3 EC Council units which are part of L5DC(CS). *** This entry pathway is based on students completing L4, L5 and L6 of the Computing and Information Systems Diploma and completing the NCC Education Level 5 Network Security and Cryptography unit and the 3 EC Council units.
**** This entry pathway is based on students completing Ethical Hacking and Information Security Assessment, Computer Forensics and Incident Investigation, Network Security Threats and Defence Mechanisms
Fees and funding
Pricing for February 2024 intake. Deadline for registration is 16th February 2024. We offer flexible payments for all students of up to 5 instalments.
Register by October 31st for 20% discount
| Payment Option | Total Cost | 1st Instalment | 2nd Instalment | 3rd Instalment | 4th Instalment | 5th Instalment |
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| Upfront | £3,200 | £3,200 | ||||
| Instalments | £3,600 | £800 | £700 | £700 | £700 | £700 |
Register by November 30th for 15% discount
| Payment Option | Total Cost | 1st Instalment | 2nd Instalment | 3rd Instalment | 4th Instalment | 5th Instalment |
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| Upfront | £3,400 | £3,400 | ||||
| Instalments | £3,800 | £800 | £750 | £750 | £750 | £750 |
Register by December 31st for 5% discount
| Payment Option | Total Cost | 1st Instalment | 2nd Instalment | 3rd Instalment | 4th Instalment | 5th Instalment |
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| Upfront | £3,800 | £3,800 | ||||
| Instalments | £4,200 | £800 | £850 | £850 | £850 | £850 |
Careers
Graduates can pursue careers in the following areas:
- IT Management/Consultancy
- Software Engineering
- Networking
- Data Management
- Information Systems Management
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In 1828 The University of Lancashire was founded in Preston, UK as the Institution for the Diffusion of Knowledge.
Today University of Lancashire is rated as one of the UK’s highest risers in the National League Table and is one of the UK’s largest universities, with a student and staff community approaching 38,000. Internationally the university has academic partners in all regions of the globe.
The University of Lancashire is rated in the top 3.7% of universities in the world according to the Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR).
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The BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Networking top-up degree is delivered online by NCC Education and is a natural progression from our Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Cyber Security. This final year is awarded by the University of Lancashire.
The programme aims to equip graduates with the knowledge, technical and interpersonal skills necessary for taking part in the design, implementation, management and security of modern computer systems. It will enable them to work as professionally-minded cyber security practitioners able to meet the responsibilities and challenges demanded in the cyber security industry.
By working in partnership with CompTIA, graduates of this programme will be offered the opportunity to achieve an additional professional IT certificate in either Cyber Security (CySA+) or Cloud Infrastructure (Cloud+).
There are a number of advantages to a degree which is both vocational and academic. This particular programme equips students with technical computing skills that will enable them to enter a number of varied senior roles in the following areas:
- Security Analyst
- Security Engineer
- Security Consultant/Specialist
- Database Administrator
- Systems Analysis
- Systems Design
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Enrol with one of the following qualifications:
- NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Cyber Security (L5DC (CS))
- Pearson Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing (Network Engineering)
- Pearson Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing (Cyber Security)
- Qualifi Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security
- SQA Advanced Diploma in Computing: Networking
- SQA HND Cyber Security
- Any similar qualification approved by NCC Education and UCLan
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Units comprise of weekly video lectures, tutorial exercises, discussion forums and live chat sessions with subject experts. Students will have the opportunity to interact with other students from around the world.
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Students study five core units;
- Advanced Database Management Systems
- Corporate Communication Systems Management
- Cloud and Virtualisation Security
- Cyber Security Management
- Information Systems Projects
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NCC Education has partnered with Immersive Labs to offer students the opportunity to gain hands on experience in tackling cybersecurity challenges using a cloud-based platform. This will be utilised by the Module Leaders to offer a greater depth of understanding to cyber security challenges faced by organisations.
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With the relevant management experience, graduates of the programme are also eligible for entry onto the Level 7 Diploma in Business Management (L7DBM) awarded by NCC Education and now available online or face to face. Upon successful completion of the L7DBM, students are able to progress onto a number of MSc qualifications. Alternatively, graduates can continue their studies with the University of Central Lancashire by entering onto a number of related MSc programmes.
Your Accredited Partner Centre will be able to support and guide you in any queries you may have relating to careers and progression after completion of the course.
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In 1828, the University of Lancashire was founded in Preston, UK as the Institution for the Diffusion of Knowledge.
Today University of Lancashire is rated as one of the UK’s highest risers in the National League Table and is one of the UK’s largest universities, with a student and staff community approaching 38,000. Internationally, the university has academic partners in all regions of the globe.
The University of Lancashire is ranked in the top 3.7% of universities in the world, according to the Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR).
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The BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems Top-up Degree is delivered online by NCC Education, validated and awarded by the University of Lancashire.
This programme equips students with a blend of technical IT skills and business expertise which prepares them for careers in senior management roles. The programme modules are designed to provide students with the fundamental skills and knowledge required by employers in the IT sector.
The final year online top-up programme is a natural progression from our Level 5 Diploma in Computing or Level 5 Diploma in Business IT, currently offered by NCC Education as part of the top-up degree journey.
Upon successful completion of the degree, students are invited to attend their graduation ceremony at Preston Guild Hall in the UK.
Graduates can pursue careers in:
- IT Management/Consultancy
- Software Engineering
- Networking
- Data Management
- Cyber Security
- Information Systems Management
Delivery Method
Online via the NCC Education virtual learning environment (VLE)Duration
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2-3 years120 Credits
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Students worldwide with the following qualifications are welcome to enrol today:
- NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC)
- NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L5DC BM)
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Computing & Systems Development (Networking)
- Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Information Systems ( Network Engineering)
- Edexcel HND Computing and Systems Development (QCF)
- ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Computing
- Informatics Diploma in IT and Advanced Diploma in IT
- Informatics International Advanced Diploma in Computing
- OTHM – Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology
- Qualifi – Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology
- SQA- Advanced Diploma in Computer Science
- Any similar qualification approved by NCC Education and UCLan
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Students study five core units:
- Advanced Database Management Systems
- Corporate Communication Systems Management
- eBusiness
- Managing Information Systems Projects
- Information Systems Project
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Assessment through coursework assignments.
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Units comprise of weekly video lectures, tutorial exercises, discussion forums and live chat sessions with subject experts. Students will have the opportunity to interact with other students from around the world.
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On completion of the BSc (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems Top-up Degree, graduates are eligible to apply for postgraduate and master’s degree study at institutions across the world.
NCC Education has recognition with over 70 universities in the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA and Australia, for students who want to complete their degree overseas at an international university campus. These provide university progression routes enabling students to further their study and career choices.
Please visit our website for more information: www.nccedu.com/become-a-student/university-progression/
Alternatively contact the NCC Education Customer Service customer.service@nccedu.com or +44 (0)161 438 6200 for advice on articulation options.
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Contact the Partnerships team on admissions@nccedu.com for advice and instructions on how to apply.
Enrollment dates: February and August
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The University of Greenwich was founded in 1890, previously existing as Woolwich Polytechnic and Thames Polytechnic before being granted university status and renamed in 1992.
Situated on the banks of the River Thames, the university’s main campus is in what was the Old Royal Naval College – a UNESCO World Heritage site in Greenwich, southeast London. The University of Greenwich has three attractive, historic campuses in London, Medway and Kent.
The university is home to a diverse community of nearly 28,000 students studying in the UK and overseas, one in five of them are postgraduate. Greenwich is a multi-faculty university which provides high-quality teaching, research and enterprise and puts student satisfaction at the heart of their work.
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The BSc (Hons) Computing (with specialisations available in Network Systems and Information Systems) Top-up Degree is delivered by NCC Education Accredited Partner Centres. It has been designed to prepare students for
employment in the IT sector.This qualification provides students with the required theoretical knowledge and
practical skills to apply to a real business environment.The degree is awarded by the University of Greenwich. The first and second year
of the degree journey is awarded and certificated by NCC Education.
Graduates can pursue careers as a:- Business Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Project Manager
- Programmer
- Web Developer
- IT Consultant
- System Analyst
Delivery Method
Face-to-face classes at an Accredited Partner CentreDuration
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2-3 years120 Credits
Final year of the degree pathway completed full-time in one academic year -
Enrol with one of the following qualifications:
- NCC Education International Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies (IADCS)
- NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (RQF) (L5DC)
- NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (RQF) (L5DC BM)
- Equivalent qualification agreed in advance by the University of Greenwich and NCC Education
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Three core units and two elective units.
CORE UNITS:
- Human Computer Interaction and Design (15 credits)
- Requirements Management (15 credits)
- Project (60 credits)
ELECTIVES UNITS:
- BSc (Hons) Computing (Network Systems)
- Network Technology (15 credits)
- Advanced Networks (15 credits)
- BSc (Hons) Computing (Information Systems)
- Information and Content Management (15 credits)
- Database Management and Administration (15 credits)
- BSc (Hons) Computing
- Mobile Application Design & Development
- Enterprise Web Software Development
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Assessment is through examination and coursework assignments.
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The degree will be classified into one of the following honours categories:
- First
- Upper Second
- Lower Second
- Third
The BSc (Hons) Computing Top-up Degree will be awarded when students have successfully passed all units and is awarded by the University of Greenwich. The first and second year of the degree journey are awarded and certificated by NCC Education.
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On completion of the BSc (Hons) Computing Top-up Degree, graduates are eligible to apply for postgraduate and master’s degree study at institutions across the world.
Upon successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Computing Top-up Degree, graduates are eligible to apply for Postgraduate and Master’s degree study at institutions across the world.
NCC Education offer a Level 7 Diploma in Business Management, which is the first-year component of a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). NCC Education have progression routes for MBA qualifications at the following universities:
Students can also choose to study at the University of Greenwich on campus in the UK for various MSc options and are eligible for an alumni discount.
Please visit our progression page for more information.
Alternatively, contact the NCC Education Customer Service customer.service@nccedu.com or +44 (0)161 438 6200 for advice on articulation options.
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Contact the Partnerships team on admissions@nccedu.com for advice and instructions on how to apply.
Enrollment dates: January and September
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