Key Information
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Campus |  |
Level |  |
Format |
| STC Malta | Diploma | On Campus | |||
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Duration |  |
Pace |  |
Fees |
| 24 months | Part Time | € 4,500 (E.U Students) | |||
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Application Deadline |  |
Start Date |  |
Assessment |
| Sept 2024 | September 2024 | Exams & Assignments |
About this Course
This is an Accredited Course by the NCC Education at MQF/EQF Level 5.
The Diploma In Computing (MQF Level 5) is provided in conjunction with NCC Education and is the first year of a three-year degree journey with the University of Wolverhampton. The programme exposes students to both academic and vocational subjects and includes topics related to web design, programming, hardware and networking. This qualification is ideal for students who have obtained a secondary education certificate or matriculation certificate. It is also suitable for mature students who are currently employed and wish to change their career or enhance their ICT skills. In the case of mature students, work experience and qualifications other than O’ and A’ levels are taken into consideration. The Diploma is offered on both a full-time and part-time basis. Students are given access to study and reading material. Assessments are provided and corrected by NCC Education and consist of a number of examinations and assignments.
The STC Education three-year Computing framework of study includes:
First year: NCC Diploma in Computing (MQF Level 5)
Second year: University of Wolverhampton (MQF Level 5)
- BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity or
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science or
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Games Development)
Third year: University of Wolverhampton (MQF Level 6)
- BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity or
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science or
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Games Development)
Students who successfully complete the first year of the degree qualification usually gain direct entry to the 2nd year of a BSc (Hons) degree in Computing with the University of Wolverhampton.
What you’ll learn:
- Skills for Computing
- Computer Systems
- Computer Networks
- Databases
- Designing & Developing a Website
- Software Development Techniques
- Designing & Developing Object-Oriented Programs
- Office Solutions Development
Awarding Body
This qualification is awarded by NCC Education.
This qualification is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority. MFHEA deems this Diploma in Computing to be at MQF/EQF Level 5 in the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.
Entry Requirements
For Year One, students must have at least one of the following:
- Six O’ Levels including Mathematics, English and any other four subjects AND at least one A’ Level in the area or equivalent OR
- The NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing OR
- NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies qualification (L3IFDHES) OR
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Certificate
If a potential student’s first language is not English, they must also reach the English Language requirements of either:
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- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum score of 5.5 or
- Matsec or GCE ‘O’ Level
Mature students over the age of 21, are considered on an individual basis and do not necessarily have to meet the above requirements
If an applicant does not meet the above entry requirements, you are encouraged to contact the Academy for an interview.
Assessment Mode
Examinations and Assignments
Language of Instruction & Delivery Mode
This programme will be delivered in English in our Campus in Pembroke.
Course Funding Schemes
This course is eligible for individual funding through these schemes: GET QUALIFIED SCHEME Candidates can benefit from a 70% rebate of the course fee via tax credits. Learn more about this scheme
