Reference Number: CEAZ_012-a08 Direct Entry and Exemption

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1 Reference Number: CEAZ_012-a08 Direct Entry and Exemption Revision History Version Last revised Next review date Policy Owner July 2007 New logo and minor amendments. CEAZ_012 August 2008 Formatting and minor update CEAZ_012-a01 October 2009 James Stephenson Full update CEAZ_012-a02 February 2010 James Stephenson Minor updates CEAZ_012-a03 February 2011 Matthew Baldwin Minor updates CEAZ_012-a04 August June 2013 Matthew Baldwin Full update QCF programmes added CEAZ_012-a05 July March 2014 Matthew Baldwin Annual update CEAZ_012-a06 4 December March 2014 Matthew Baldwin Updated with new house style CEAZ_012-a07 9 July June 20 Matthew Baldwin Annual update CEAZ_012-a08 26 November June 20 Matthew Baldwin Update to include notes on DELS unit Page 1 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

2 Direct Entry and Exemptions Direct entry to and exemptions from the following NCC Education qualifications and modules: Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) Level 4 Diploma in IT (L4DBIT) Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC) Level 5 Diploma in IT (L5DBIT) Level 7 Diploma in Strategic IT (L7DSBIT) Level 4 Diploma in (L4DB) Level 5 Diploma in (L5DB) Level 7 Diploma in Management (L7DBM) Version issue date: 27 November 2014 Page 2 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

3 CONTENTS REVISION HISTORY APPROVED QUALIFICATIONS PROCEDURE NCC EDUCATION EXEMPTIONS PROCEDURE Applying for Exemptions for a Qualification which has been authorised by NCC Education Applying for Exemption for a Qualification which has not been authorised by NCC Education Applying for Direct Entry to an NCC Education programme NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 4 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING (QCF) (L4DC) AND NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 4 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS IT (QCF) (L4DBIT) L4DC Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L4DC Qualification L4DBIT Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L4DBIT Qualification Exemptions from NCC Education L4DC and L4DBIT Modules Exemption Policy L4DBIT: Note on modules shared with the Level 4 Diploma in NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING (QCF) (L5DC) AND NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS IT (QCF) (L5DBIT) L5DC Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L5DC Qualification L5DBIT Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L5DBIT Qualification Exemptions from NCC Education L5DC and L5DBIT Modules Exemption Policy L4DBIT: Note on Modules shared with the Level 5 Diploma in NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 7 DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC BUSINESS IT (QCF) (L7DSBIT) L7DSBIT Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L7DSBIT Exemptions from NCC Education L7DSBIT NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 4 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (QCF) (L4DB) L4DB Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L4DB Qualification Exemptions from NCC Education L4DB Modules Exemption Policy NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (QCF) (L5DB) L5DB Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L5DB Qualification Exemption from NCC Education L5DB Qualification Exemption Policy NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 7 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (QCF) (L7DBM) L7DBM Entry Requirements Direct Entry onto NCC Education L7DBM Exemptions from NCC Education L7DBM LEVEL 3 / FOUNDATION LEVEL Page 3 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

4 1 Approved Qualifications Procedure NCC Education allows direct entry to qualifications where a student has previously satisfied the relevant entry requirements. This document contains a detailed list of those qualifications which have been pre-approved to offer direct entry onto an NCC Education programme. 2 NCC Education Exemptions Procedure NCC Education allows exemptions for certain qualifications, up to a maximum of 60 credits, with no more than 30 credits being granted for core modules. Students should apply for exemptions BEFORE they are registered onto a module. Requests for exemptions from modules where assessment has already been sat and failed by the student will always be refused. This Direct Entry and Exemptions document contains a detailed list of the qualifications and modules for which exemptions are granted, and the corresponding exemptions permitted. 2.1 Applying for Exemptions for a Qualification which has been authorised by NCC Education Accredited Partner Centres need to refer to this document for confirmation that the qualification is authorised for credit exemptions, and to which modules the exemptions apply. Exemption requests will not be accepted directly from individual students. The Accredited Partner Centre should complete form AQ_03_Exemption Claim Form (available on Campus) and the completed form to their regional Academic Support Manager, along with a copy of the original certificate awarded to the individual, as proof that he/she has in fact achieved the qualification. An additional copy of the certificate should also be filed by the Accredited Partner Centre to present at the annual accreditation review meeting, as supporting evidence. Accredited Partner Centres should send only those certificates relevant to the exemption request. If the candidate is already registered with NCC Education, Accredited Partner Centres should supply NCC Education with the candidate s NCC Education ID number in the relevant field of the Exemption Claim Form. Upon receipt of the exemption request, NCC Education will confirm receipt by either acknowledging acceptance of the request or querying any matters until they are resolved. The credit exemption will then either be applied immediately or held in a pending file until NCC Education receives the registration through the online registration system. No reduction in fees will be given should a candidate be granted a credit exemption. 2.2 Applying for Exemption for a Qualification which has not been authorised by NCC Education In this event, the Accredited Partner Centre should complete form AQ_04_New Exemption - Direct Entry Route Request Form (available on Campus), and send the completed form to their regional Academic Support Manager. The submitted form must be accompanied by supporting documentation containing full details of the qualification being considered for exemption, including: Page 4 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

5 programme and/or module learning outcomes syllabus or course outline statement of guided/non-guided learning hours sample assessment(s) statement of approval from local regulator or government a copy of the qualification certificate awarded to the candidate. Once the application has been reviewed by NCC Education, the regional ASM will reply formally, either granting the exemption or refusing the request. An explanation will be provided, if desired, when a request is refused. No reduction in fees will be given should a candidate be granted credit exemption. 2.3 Applying for Direct Entry to an NCC Education programme In the event that a student wishes to apply for direct entry onto an NCC Education programme, the Accredited Partner Centre should complete form AQ_04_New Exemption Direct Entry Route Request Form (available on Campus), and send the completed form to their regional Academic Support Manager. In the event of the student holding a qualification listed below as approved to grant direct entry on to an NCC Education programme, the submitted form must be accompanied by a copy of the qualification certificate awarded to the candidate. In the event that the student holds a qualification which is not listed in this document, the submitted form must be accompanied by supporting documentation containing full details of the qualification to be considered for direct entry, including: programme and/or module learning outcomes syllabus or course outline statement of guided/non-guided learning hours sample assessment(s) statement of approval from local regulator or government a copy of the qualification certificate awarded to the candidate. Once the application has been reviewed by NCC Education, the regional ASM will reply formally, either granting the direct entry onto the programme requested, or refusing the request. An explanation will be provided, if desired, when a request is refused. Page 5 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

6 3 NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 4 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING (QCF) (L4DC) and NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 4 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS IT (QCF) (L4DBIT) 3.1 L4DC Entry Requirements Holders of either the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC), International Certificate in Computer Studies (ICCS), or International Foundation Year (IFY) qualifications. Holders of any local or international qualification deemed to be a similar level to either L3DC or IFY. These shall be agreed in advance with NCC Education. Holders of one A level or equivalent or an appropriate School Leavers certificate. Mature students, able to demonstrate over two years relevant work experience. Students should also have O Level/GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. For candidates whose first language is not English: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. 3.2 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L4DC Qualification Holders of the following qualifications may directly enter the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing Awarding Body/Organisation Association of Computer Professionals (ACP) Aptech Computer Education British Computer Society (BCS) City and Guilds Education Development International (EDI) Title of Qualification Certificate in Information Technology and Programming Diploma in Computer Applications Diploma in Management Information Systems Certificate in IT Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence Level 3 Diploma In ICT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals LCCI 1 International Qualifications: Level 3 Certificate in ecommerce LCCI International Qualifications: Level 3 Certificate in Practical ICT Skills Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence (PROCOM) 1 Previously awarded by the London Chamber of Commerce International Examinations Board (LCCIEB) Page 6 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

7 Institute for the Management of Information Systems (IMIS) Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations (OCR) Pearson International Limited (Edexcel) Foundation Diploma MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT (Level 3) Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence (PROCOM) Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Communication Technology Skills BTEC Level 3 Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles BTEC Level 3 Diploma in IT BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals Other Computing awards listed on the Qualifications and Framework (QCF) in England which amount to 120 credits at Level 3 or above will normally be considered as appropriate Direct Entry qualifications, subject to confirmation with NCC Education. 3.3 L4DBIT Entry Requirements Holders of the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC), International Certificate in Computer Studies (ICCS), Level 3 Diploma in (L3DB), International Certificate in (ICB) or IFY qualifications. Holders of any local or international qualification deemed to be a similar level to L3DC, ICCS, L3DB, ICB or IFY. These shall be agreed in advance with NCC Education. Holders of one A level or equivalent or an appropriate School Leavers certificate. Mature students, able to demonstrate over two years relevant work experience. Students should also have O Level/GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. For candidates whose first language is not English: ELTS 5.5 or equivalent. 3.4 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L4DBIT Qualification Holders of the following qualifications may directly enter the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in IT Awarding Body/Organisation Association of Executives (ABE) Aptech Computer Education Title of Qualification Level 4 Diploma in Management Diploma in Management Information Systems Page 7 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

8 British Computer Society (BCS) City and Guilds Education Development International (EDI) Institute for the Management of Information Systems (IMIS) Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations (OCR) Pearson International Limited (Edexcel) Sunway College, Ipoh Malaysia University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Certificate in IT Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence Level 3 Diploma In ICT Systems and Principles for IT Professionals LCCI International Qualifications: Level 3 Certificate in ecommerce LCCI International Qualifications: Level 3 Certificate in Practical ICT Skills Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence (PROCOM) Foundation Diploma MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT (Level 3) Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence (PROCOM) Level 3 Diploma In ICT Professional Competence BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Communication Technology Skills BTEC Level 3 Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles BTEC Level 3 Diploma in IT BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals Having completed Year 3 of the Diploma in Information Systems Cambridge Pre-U Diploma in and Management Other IT awards listed on the Qualifications and Framework (QCF) in England which amount to 120 credits at Level 3 or above will normally be considered as appropriate Direct Entry qualifications, subject to confirmation with NCC Education. Page 8 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

9 3.5 Exemptions from NCC Education L4DC and L4DBIT Modules Exemption Policy Note: The maximum exemptions granted to an individual candidate shall not exceed 50% of the programme credit total, or 60 credits. Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education The Association of Executives (ABE) British Computer Society (BCS) Level 5 Diploma in Information Systems Computer Networking module Level 5 Diploma in Information Systems Principles of Programming module Level 5 Diploma in Information Systems - Organisational Behaviour module Certificate in Information Technology Computer Networks Designing and Developing Object- Oriented Computer Programs Understanding Organisations Software Development Techniques Databases Computer Networks CISCO Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Computer Networks ~ CompTIA A+ Certified Professional Computer Systems ~ Informatics Network+ Certified Professional Computer Networks Holders of the International Diploma in Computing (IDIC) or the International Designing and Developing a Website Exemptions are only granted for students who have passed the entire certificate programme. Exemptions are only granted for students who have passed the entire CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 9 of 43

10 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Academy Diploma in Information Technology and Communication (IDITC) Designing and Developing Object- Oriented Computer Programs diploma programme. Computer Networks Databases Diploma in Computer Studies (discontinued) validated by NCC Education CS111 Computers and Information Processing Computer Systems Diploma in Computer Studies (discontinued) validated by NCC Education CS112 Programme Design Diploma in Computer Studies (discontinued) validated by NCC Education CS114 Project Web Publishing with HTML, JavaScript and Applets Software Development Techniques Designing and Developing a Website Institute for the Management of Information Systems (IMIS) Diploma in Computer Studies (discontinued) validated by NCC Education CS163 Computer Networks IMIS Diploma Communications and Technology module IMIS Diploma Programming and Web Applications Computer Networks Computer Systems ~ Designing and Developing a Website Kaplan Higher Diploma in Information Technology Computer Networks Exemptions are only granted for CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 10 of 43

11 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Education Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) Diploma in Information Technology Designing and Developing Object- Oriented Computer Programs Designing and Developing a Website Designing and Developing a Website Software Development Techniques students who have passed the entire diploma programme. Computer Networks Databases Exemptions are only granted for students who have passed the entire diploma programme. Microsoft MCITP Enterprise Administrator Computer Networks Exemption only for students who have MCITP Server Administrator been awarded the MCITP certification in one of these specialist areas and have passed examinations and to achieve this. Oracle Academy Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Students who have passed the modules Database Design and Programming with SQL (QCF Reference J/601/7542) and Data Design (D/601/7546) Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer Computer Networks Databases These QCF units may be used within qualifications by other awarding bodies and the same exemption will be granted. Designing and Developing Object- Oriented Computer Programs ~ CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 11 of 43

12 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Pearson International Limited (Edexcel) Sun Microsystems Level 4 BTEC Diplomas Students who have passed Computer Systems module (QCF Unit L/601/0446) Level 4 BTEC Diplomas Students who have passed both D/601/0466 Mathematics for Software Development and D/601/1276 Research Skills Level 4 BTEC Diplomas Students who have passed F/601/28 Programming in Java or T/601/3308 Designing and developing object-oriented computer programs Level 4 BTEC Diplomas Students who have passed J/601/1286 Website Design Level 4 BTEC Diplomas Students who have passed R/601/1971Office Solutions Development Sun Certified Associate for the Java Platform (SCJPA) Computer Systems Skills for Computing Students must have passed the relevant module but are not required to have completed a full Level 4 Diploma qualification. Designing and Developing Object- Oriented Computer Programs Designing and Developing a Website Office Solutions Development Designing and Developing Object- Oriented Computer Programs ~ Note that the maximum exemption of 60 credits for any one student. In the instance of a student being entitled to more than 60 credits worth of exemptions from the Edexcel Level 4 BTEC suite, they shall be invited to choose the four modules for which they wish to claim exemption. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 12 of 43

13 3.5.2 L4DBIT: Note on modules shared with the Level 4 Diploma in The following modules from the Level 4 Diploma in IT are shared with the existing Level 4 Diploma in : Essentials of Management e Understanding Organisations All published exemptions from these three modules in any other award will also apply to these modules on the Level 4 Diploma in IT. Students approaching the Level 4 Diploma in IT from a background in business, administration and management (rather than information technology) may be eligible for exemption from one or more of these modules as detailed in Section 6 below. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 13 of 43

14 4 NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTING (QCF) (L5DC) and NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS IT (QCF) (L5DBIT) 4.1 L5DC Entry Requirements Holders of the NCC Education International Diploma in Computer Studies (IDCS) Holders of the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing Holders of any local or international qualification deemed to be a similar level to these awards. Candidates in this category whose first language is not English will also require IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. It is recommended that IDCS-holders wishing to progress to the Level 5 Diploma in Computing should have either passed the Java or Visual Basic elective module, or should have some object-oriented programming experience or training before proceeding with the Level 5 qualification. 4.2 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L5DC Qualification Holders of the following qualifications may directly enter the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing Awarding Body/Organisation Aptech Association of Executives (ABE) Association of Computer Professionals (ACP) Bangladesh Technical Education Board (BTEC) British Computer Society (BCS) City and Guilds Informatics Academy Title of Qualification Higher Diploma in Software Engineering (HDSE) Level 5 Diploma in Information Systems (NQF) Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Information Systems (NQF) Advanced Diploma in Computer Science Diploma in Engineering (four years); accepted pathways are Computer Technology or Computer Science and Technology. Diploma in IT Level 4 Diploma in ICT Professional Competence (PROCOM) (QCF) International Diploma in Computing (IDIC) International Advanced Diploma in Computing (IADIC) International Advanced Diploma in Networking and Communications (IADNC) Page 14 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

15 Institute for the Management of Information Systems (IMIS) Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) MIS Technologies Centre Singapore Nanyang Polytechnic Singapore Pearson (Edexcel) Perth Institute of and Technology Australia Systematic Education Group (SEGi) Malaysia Singapore Polytechnic Scottish Qualification Authority Temasek Polytechnic Singapore TMC Educational Group Singapore Higher Diploma MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Level 4) (any pathway) Diploma in Information Technology (Edith Cowan University) Advanced Diploma in Information Technology Year 1 and Year 2 of Diploma in Information Technology BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals (QCF) BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (QCF) Higher National Diploma in Computing or Computer Studies (NQF) Diploma of Computing and Information Technology (Edith Cowan University) Higher Diploma in Computer Studies (SHDCS) Year 1 of Diploma in Information Technology Accepted Pathways: Bio-informatics; Information Systems; Mobile Applications Development; Networking Higher National Diploma in one of the Computingrelated areas (see SQA website for details) Year 1 Diploma in Internet Computing plus Year 2 Diploma in Internet Computing Diploma in Information Systems Higher Diploma in Information Systems Other Computing awards listed on the Qualifications and Framework (QCF) in England which amount to 120 credits at Level 4 or above will normally be considered as appropriate Direct Entry qualifications, subject to confirmation with NCC Education. 4.3 L5DBIT Entry Requirements Holders of the NCC Education International Diploma in Computer Studies (IDCS) Holders of the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in IT Holders of any local or international qualification deemed to be a similar level to these awards. Candidates in this category whose first language is not English will also require IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Page of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

16 4.4 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L5DBIT Qualification Holders of the following qualifications may directly enter the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in IT Awarding Body/Organisation Aptech Association of Executives (ABE) Bangladesh Technical Education Board (BTEC) British Computer Society (BCS) City and Guilds Informatics Academy Institute for the Management of Information Systems (IMIS) Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) MIS Technologies Centre Singapore Nanyang Polytechnic Singapore Pearson (Edexcel) Perth Institute of and Technology Australia Systematic Education Group (SEGi) Malaysia Title of Qualification Higher Diploma in Software Engineering (HDSE) Level 5 Diploma in Information Systems (NQF) Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Information Systems (NQF) Diploma in Engineering (four years); accepted pathways are Computer Technology or Computer Science and Technology. Diploma in IT Level 4 Diploma in ICT Professional Competence (PROCOM) (QCF) International Diploma in Computing (IDIC) International Advanced Diploma in Computing (IADIC) International Advanced Diploma in Networking and Communications (IADNC) Higher Diploma MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Level 4) (any pathway) Diploma in Information Technology (Edith Cowan University) Advanced Diploma in Information Technology Year 1 and Year 2 of Diploma in Information Technology BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals (QCF) BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (QCF) Higher National Diploma in Computing or Computer Studies (NQF) Diploma of Computing and Information Technology (Edith Cowan University) Higher Diploma in Computer Studies (SHDCS) Page 16 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

17 Singapore Polytechnic Scottish Qualification Authority Temasek Polytechnic Singapore TMC Educational Group Singapore Year 1 of Diploma in Information Technology Accepted Pathways: Bio-informatics; Information Systems; Mobile Applications Development; Networking Higher National Diploma in one of the Computingrelated areas (see SQA website for details) Year 1 Diploma in Internet Computing plus Year 2 Diploma in Internet Computing Diploma in Information Systems Higher Diploma in Information Systems Other IT awards listed on the Qualifications and Framework (QCF) in England which amount to 120 credits at Level 4 or above will normally be considered as appropriate Direct Entry qualifications, subject to confirmation with NCC Education. Page 17 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

18 4.5 Exemptions from NCC Education L5DC and L5DBIT Modules Exemption Policy Note: The maximum exemptions granted to an individual candidate shall not exceed 50% of the programme credit total, or 60 credits. Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Association of Executives (ABE) Association of Computer Professionals (ACP) Aptech British Computer Society (BCS) Level 6 Information Systems Advanced Diploma Relational Database Applications in Systems module Advanced Diploma in Computer Science Higher Diploma in Software Engineering (HDSE) Diploma in IT Professional Project in IT Diploma in IT Professional Issues in IS Practice module Diploma in IT Database Systems module Diploma in IT Software Engineering module and OO Programming module Database Design and Development Information Systems Analysis Analysis, Design and Implementation Database Design and Development ~ ~ ~ ~ Computing Project Computing Project or IT Project Professional Issues in IT Database Design and Development Analysis, Design and Implementation Exemptions are only given to holders of the Aptech HDSE. Partial completion does not qualify for exemptions. Exemptions are only given to students who have completed the Diploma in IT, and will be granted according to modules passed. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 18 of 43

19 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Informatics Academy International Advanced Diploma in Networks and Cybersecurity (IADNC) Database Design and Development ~ Network Security and Cryptography International Advanced Diploma in Computing (IADIC) Analysis, Design and Implementation Database Design and Development International Advanced Diploma in Computing (IADIC) Computer Security and Advanced Networking Modules (elective) Network Security and Cryptography Institute for the Management of Information Systems (IMIS) IMIS Higher Diploma IT Project ~ Information Systems Analysis Database Design and Development Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) Diploma in Computer Studies Information Systems Analysis Exemption is given to KNEC graduates who have successfully completed KNEC Systems Analysis and Design at Stages 2 and 3. Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) Advanced Diploma in Communication and Information Technology - Systems and Database Design module required. Information Systems Analysis ~ Malta College of Arts, Science and Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development) Database Development and Design ~ CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 19 of 43

20 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Technology (MCAST) Analysis, Design and Implementation ~ Microsoft Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Enterprise Administrator and/or Server Administrator Network Security and Cryptography Exemption only for students who have been awarded the full MCITP certification and have passed examinations , and /680 Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Network Security and Cryptography MIS Technologies Centre Singapore MIS Advanced Diploma in Information Technology Database Design and Development Network Security and Cryptography ~ Nanyang Polytechnic Singapore Database Management Systems (Year 2) module Java Enterprise Development or Java Enterprise Development Project module (Year 2). Database Design and Development Analysis, Design and Implementation ~ ~ Ngee Ann Polytechnic Singapore Database (Year 2) module Database Design and Development ~ Pearson International Level 5 Diplomas (QCF) Students who have passed D/601/1956 Network Security Network Security and Cryptography Students must have passed the relevant module, but are not required CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 20 of 43

21 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Limited (Edexcel) Level 5 Diplomas (QCF) Students who have passed K/601/10 Web Applications Development Dynamic Websites to have completed a full Level 5 Diploma qualification. Level 4 Diplomas (QCF) Students who have passed R/601/1971Office Solutions Development Office Solutions Development Singapore Polytechnic Diploma in Computing Engineering any two modules from the Computer Security or Computer Networks option groups in Years 2 and 3 Network Security and Cryptography ~ Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) Scottish Higher National Diploma (HND) (SCQF Level 8) Information and Communication Technology in unit Professional Issues in Information Technology ~ TMC Educational Group Higher Diploma in Information Systems Database Systems module Database Design and Development ~ Higher Diploma in Information Systems Level 1 System: Analysis and Design and Level 2 Methods for Analysis and Design modules Analysis, Design and Implementation ~ CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 21 of 43

22 4.5.2 L4DBIT: Note on Modules shared with the Level 5 Diploma in The following modules from the Level 5 Diploma in IT are shared with the existing Level 5 (International) Diploma in : Principles of Operations Information Systems and Organisations All published exemptions from these three modules in any other award will also apply to these modules on the Level 5 Diploma in IT. Students approaching the Level 5 Diploma in IT from a background in business, administration and management (rather than information technology) may be eligible for exemption from one or more of these modules as detailed in Section 7 below. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 22 of 43

23 5 NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 7 DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC BUSINESS IT (QCF) (L7DSBIT) Note: The information in this section refers primarily to the 2009 syllabus. Some previous regulations will remain in effect until September 2009 as part of the transition arrangements. 5.1 L7DSBIT Entry Requirements Normal entry requirement is a UK Honours degree (or equivalent) in Computing, IT or related subject. Other routes of entry are permissible as advised by NCC Education, including options which incorporate an element of work experience. Applicants to the NCC Education Level 7 Diplomas are also required to demonstrate an IELTS level of 6.5 or equivalent, as defined in the document English Language Requirements for Postgraduate Admission. 5.2 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L7DSBIT Awarding Body Qualification British Computer Society (BCS) BCS Level 6 Professional Graduate Diploma in IT with Professional Project Please note the BCS PGD without Professional Project will not be acceptable for direct entry. 5.3 Exemptions from NCC Education L7DSBIT No exemptions are currently offered from L7DSBIT modules. Page 23 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

24 6 NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 4 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (QCF) (L4DB) 6.1 L4DB Entry Requirements Holders of either the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in (L3DB), International Certificate in (ICB) or IFY qualifications. Holders of any local or international qualification deemed to be a similar level to either ICB or IFY. These shall be agreed in advance with NCC Education. Holders of one A level or equivalent, or an appropriate School Leavers certificate. Mature students, able to demonstrate over two years relevant work experience. Students should also have O Level/GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. For candidates whose first language is not English: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. 6.2 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L4DB Qualification Holders of the following qualifications may directly enter the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in (L4DB). Awarding Body/Organisation ABE (The Association of Executives) Boston Management School Cambridge Diploma IMIS (Institute for the Management of Information Systems) LCCIEB (London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board) New Zealand Qualifications Authorityauthorised awarding bodies Pearson International Limited (Edexcel) Title of Qualification Certificate in Management Certificate in Management Diploma in Diploma in ICT Foundation Diploma Any Level 3 Group Diploma Have completed partially the New Zealand Diploma in BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Sunway College, Ipoh Have Completed Year 3 of Diploma in Information System Page 24 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

25 6.3 Exemptions from NCC Education L4DB Modules Exemption Policy The maximum amount of exemptions given to an individual candidate shall not exceed 60 credits. Of the 60 credits, no more than 30 shall be from compulsory modules. Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education The Association of Executives (ABE) Information Systems Diploma Part I Communication module Communications for ~ Information Systems Diploma Part I Organisational Behaviour (Management Pathway) Understanding Organisations Information Systems Diploma Part I Accounting (Finance Pathway) Management Diploma Part 1 Economics module Management Diploma Part 1 Communication module Introduction to Finance Fundamentals of Economics Introduction to Finance Note: The maximum exemption that can be given from NCC Communications for Education International Diploma in is four modules. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 25 of 43

26 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Cambridge International College New Zealand Management Diploma Part 2 Marketing module Management Diploma Part 2 Quantitative Methods module ACCA part 1 Preparing Financial Statements Diploma in Marketing Principles of Marketing Mathematics Introduction to Finance ~ Principles of Marketing ~ Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Cambridge International Diploma in CIE Career Award in Communications for Exemption is given to CIE candidates who successfully complete and, are holders of, the Cambridge International Diploma in Advanced Level Diploma. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 26 of 43

27 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Informatics Thames School CIMA Professional Qualification Thames International Diploma in Administration Thames International Diploma in Administration Principles of Accounting module Thames International Diploma in Administration Communication module Introduction to Finance Exemption is given to CIMA candidates who successfully complete the following modules: Management Accounting Performance Evaluation Financial Accounting and Tax Principles Management Accounting Decision Management Financial Analysis Essentials of Management Mathematics Fundamentals of Economics Principles of Marketing Introduction to Finance Communications for Note: The maximum exemption that can be given from NCC Education International Diploma in is four modules; therefore, the candidate must choose which exemptions they would like to apply for. Institute for the Management of IMIS Diploma Communication module Communications for ~ CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 27 of 43

28 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Information Systems (IMIS) IMIS Diploma Financial and Quantitative Methods module Mathematics LCCI (London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board) Level 3 Principles and Practice of Management. Level 3 English for. Level 3 Practice Essentials of Management Communications for Understanding Organisations ~ Level 3 and Industrial Administration. Level 3 Advanced Calculations Level 3 Statistics Level 3 Accounting Level 3 Marketing Mathematics Introduction to Finance Principles of Marketing CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 28 of 43

29 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education New Zealand Qualifications Authority authorised awarding bodies New Zealand Diploma in Marketing Principles module. New Zealand Diploma in The Economic Environment module. Communications for Fundamentals of Economics ~ New Zealand Diploma in Organisation and Management module. Essentials of Management New Zealand Diploma in who have successfully completed the Accounting Principles and Accounting Practices modules. Introduction to Finance SIM University, Singapore SIM Diploma in Management Studies Communications for Essentials of Management ~ Introduction to Finance Fundamentals of Economics Unisoft / Times College Times College Diploma in Administration Fundamentals of Economics Exemption is given to Times College Diploma holders who have CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 29 of 43

30 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Hong Kong Communications for Understanding Organisations Introduction to Finance successfully passed this module. However holders of the Times Diploma cannot exceed four exemptions or 50% from IDB and therefore should take any four remaining modules to gain the full IDB award. Yangon Institute of Economics Myanmar Bachelor of Commerce Managerial Accounting and Accounting and Cost Accounting modules Bachelor of Commerce Principles of Management module Bachelor of Administration Accounting, Management Accounting and Financial Accounting modules Principles of Marketing Direct entry to IADB Bridging Course: Times Diploma holders may take a bridging course of the two NCC Education modules: Essentials of Management and Mathematics, which may be studied. Introduction to Finance Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed all of the specified modules. Essentials of Management Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed the specified module. Introduction to Finance Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed all of the specified modules. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 30 of 43

31 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Bachelor of Administration Communication I and Communication II modules Communications for Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed all of the specified modules. Diploma in Management and Administration Marketing module Bachelor of Accounting Financial Accounting, Preparing Financial Statement II and Cost Accounting modules Principles of Marketing Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed the specified module. Introduction to Finance Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed all of the specified modules. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 31 of 43

32 7 NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS (QCF) (L5DB) 7.1 L5DB Entry Requirements Holders of the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in (L4DB) Holders of any local or international qualification deemed to be a similar level to Level 4 Diploma in (L4DB). These shall be agreed in advance with NCC Education. For candidates whose first language is not English: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. 7.2 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L5DB Qualification Holders of the following qualifications may directly enter the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in (L5DB) Awarding Body/ Organisation The Association of Executives (ABE) Edexcel Informatics The Thames School La Salle Engineering School Spain La Trobe University Australia Mahatma Gandhi University India New Zealand Qualifications Authority- authorised awarding bodies Title of Qualification Management Diploma Parts 1 and 2Sms Information Systems Diploma Parts 1 and 2 Higher National Diploma (HND) in International Diploma in Administration Higher Diploma in Administration Advanced Diploma in Administration BA Graduate in Management of and Technology (1 st and 2 nd Year) Diploma in Administration Bachelor of Administration New Zealand Diploma in Page 32 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

33 Unisoft Hong Kong Professional Diploma in Financial and Computerized Accounting Studies Holders of this qualification may directly enter NCC Education L5DB subject to the condition that they also successfully complete the following NCC Education L4DB modules: Communications for Understanding Organisations Essentials of Management Principles of Marketing : 1. The L4DB modules may be studied concurrently with L5DB modules. 2. Holders of this qualification who are 21 years of age or over may directly enter NCC EDUCATION L5DB without any other condition. Professional Diploma in E-Logistics Management Holders of this qualification may directly enter NCC Education L5DB subject to the condition that they also successfully complete the following NCC Education L4DB modules: Communications for Understanding Organisations Essentials of Management Principles of Marketing : 1. The L4DB modules may be studied concurrently with L5DB modules. 2. Holders of this qualification who are 21 years of age or over may directly enter NCC Education L5DB without any other condition. Yangon Institute of Economics Myanmar Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Administration Master of Administration Page 33 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

34 7.3 Exemption from NCC Education L5DB Qualification Exemption Policy The maximum amount of exemptions given to an individual candidate shall not exceed 60 credits. Of the 60 credits, no more than 30 shall be from compulsory modules. Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education The Association of Executives (ABE) Information Systems Diploma, Part II Quantitative Methods for and Management module Advanced Mathematics Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed all of the specified modules. Information Systems Diploma, Part II Managerial Accounting module. Financial Management Information Systems Diploma, Part II Human Resource Management module Management Diploma, Part II Quantitative Methods for and Management module Human Resources in Advanced Mathematics Management Diploma, Part II Managerial Accounting module Financial Management CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 34 of 43

35 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Administration Diploma, Part II Marketing Policy, Planning and Communication module Marketing in Management Diploma, Part II Human Resource Management module Human Resources in L6 Management Diploma - Financial Accounting module L6 Management Diploma - Strategic Marketing Management module Financial Management Marketing in ABE QCF unit - F/502/4804 Human Resource Management Human Resources in ABE QCF unit - M/502/4796 Financial Accounting Financial Management ABE QCF unit - K/502/4800 Quantitative methods of Management Advanced Mathematics CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 35 of 43

36 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education ABE QCF unit - J/502/4805 Marketing Policy, Planning and Communication Marketing in Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) ACCA Part 1: 1.3 Managing People Human Resources in ~ Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Diploma in Management and Leadership Financial Management Human Resources in ~ Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) CIMA Professional Qualification Financial Management Exemption is given to CIMA candidates who successfully complete the following modules: Management Accounting Performance Evaluation Financial Accounting and Tax Principles Management Accounting Decision Management Financial Analysis CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 36 of 43

37 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Edexel Level 5 BTEC HND in : Managing Human Resources module Human Resources in Level 5 BTEC HND in : Managing Financial Resources & Decisions ; Financial Reporting modules Financial Management Level 5 BTEC HND in : Information Systems module Information Systems and Organisations New Zealand Qualifications Authorityauthorised awarding bodies New Zealand Diploma in Managerial Economics module New Zealand Diploma in Human Resource Management module New Zealand Diploma in Marketing Principles and Marketing Planning and Control modules Economics : Human Resources in Marketing in 1. The maximum exemption permitted is four modules. If the student is eligible for more than four exemptions, they may choose which four to take up. 2. The student must have been awarded the qualification and passed all of the specified modules. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 37 of 43

38 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education New Zealand Diploma in Buyer Behaviour and Communication Strategies module New Zealand Diploma in Quantitative Methods module New Zealand Diploma in Operations Management module Understanding Consumer Behaviour Advanced Mathematics Principles of Operations New Zealand Diploma in Financial Management Informatics Thames School Accounting Principles and Financial Accounting and Management Accounting modules Thames Higher Diploma in Administration Cost and Management Accounting module Financial Management Note: the student must have been awarded the qualification and passed all of the specified modules. CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 38 of 43

39 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Thames Higher Diploma in Administration Marketing module Thames Advanced Diploma in Administration Finance module Marketing in Financial Management Thames Advanced Diploma in Administration Human Resource Management module Human Resources in LCCI (London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board) Level 3 Advanced Calculations Level 3 Statistics Level 3 Accounting Advanced Mathematics Advanced Mathematics Financial Management ~ Level 3 Management Accounting. Economics Level 3 Marketing. Marketing for CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 39 of 43

40 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Level 3 Customer Service. Understanding Consumer Behaviour Yangon Institute of Economics Myanmar Bachelor of Commerce; Management Accounting module. Bachelor of Commerce; Marketing, Finance and Financial Accounting module and the Financial Accounting II and Government Accounting modules. Bachelor of Administration; Accounting and Managerial Accounting II AND Financial Accounting II modules. Bachelor of Administration; Managerial Economics module. Financial Management ~ Financial Management Economics Bachelor of Administration; Production and Operations Management I and Production and Operations Management II modules. Principles of Operations CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 40 of 43

41 Awarding Body Qualification NCC Education Master of Administration; Human Resource Management module. Human Resources in Master of Administration; Consumer Behaviour module. Understanding Consumer Behaviour Master of Administration; Managerial Economics module. Master of Administration; Marketing Management module. Diploma in Management and Administration; Human Resource Management module. Diploma in Management and Administration; Management Economics module. Diploma in Management and Administration; Production and Operations Management module. Economics Marketing in Human Resources in Economics Principles of Operations CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_ Page 41 of 43

42 8 NCC EDUCATION LEVEL 7 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (QCF) (L7DBM) 8.1 L7DBM Entry Requirements Normal entry requirement is a UK Honours degree (or equivalent) in Management or related subject. Other routes of entry are permissible as advised by NCC Education, including options which incorporate an element of work experience. Applicants to the NCC Education Level 7 Diplomas are also required to demonstrate an IELTS level of 6.5 or equivalent, as defined in the document English Language Requirements for Postgraduate Admission. 8.2 Direct Entry onto NCC Education L7DBM No direct entry routes are currently offered for the L7DBM. 8.3 Exemptions from NCC Education L7DBM No exemptions are currently offered from L7DBM modules. Page 42 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_

43 9 LEVEL 3 / FOUNDATION LEVEL Although there are no formal exemptions for NCC Education s Foundation or Level 3 qualifications, candidates may be granted an exemption for the Developing English Language Skills (DELS) unit of the International Foundation Year upon submission of a valid International English language Testing System (IELTS) certificate. The minimum overall IELTS score required to be exempted from DELS is 5.5. No minimum component scores are required for this exemption to be granted. Page 43 of 43 CEAZ_012-a08_Direct_Entry_and_Exemptions_