Joint Announcement
October 2024 – NCC Education and ICDL are pleased to announce a significant milestone in our association, enabling the recognition of ICDL modules for direct entry and exemption and credit transfers into NCC Education’s Level 3 Diploma in Computing programme.
This mapping provides students with a seamless academic pathway, allowing them to fast-track their qualifications with relevant digital skills certification and gain direct entry into NCC Education’s Level 3 Diploma in Computing qualification that is recognised by over 100 universities, branch campuses, business schools and professional bodies. More information on university progression and recognition is available/ can be obtained in NCC Education’s “What Next? University Progression” brochure.
ICDL candidates who complete specific ICDL modules will be eligible to transfer credits into corresponding units of NCC Education’s Level 3 Diploma in Computing. As such, ICDL candidates certified in the ICDL Computing (Coding Principles) module can transfer credits to the Introduction to Python Programming unit. Additionally, students who complete ICDL modules such as Computer & Online Essentials, Cyber Security, Application Essentials, and Information and Collaboration Essentials will be able to transfer credits to the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing: Introduction to Computer Science and Digital World units.
NCC Education provides recognition of the ICDL modules as outlined in Page 8 of the Direct Entry and Exemptions Policy.
This initiative marks a key milestone in providing students with a streamlined route to internationally recognised qualifications. By leveraging ICDL certifications, students can now accelerate their progress through NCC Education’s Level 3 Diploma in Computing, delivered by over 200 Accredited Partner Centres in more than 60 countries.
A Shared Commitment to Quality and Access
Mr. Damien O’Sullivan, Chief Executive of ICDL Foundation, stated: “We are delighted to collaborate with NCC Education to offer ICDL candidates direct and flexible pathways for academic advancement. This collaboration not only facilitates credit transfers, direct entry and exemption into NCC Education’s Level 3 Diploma in Computing programme but also serves to recognise ICDL’s curriculum content. Our commitment to empowering ICDL learners is reinforced through this partnership, ensuring our candidates are well-prepared to excel in higher education and professional careers in a digital-driven world”
“We are pleased to recognise ICDL for their curriculum alignment with NCC Education’s Level 3 Diploma in Computing qualification. This recognition highlights our commitment to providing students with high-quality, flexible qualifications that are recognised worldwide” said Professor Peter Ford, Chairman of NCC Education and Academic Board.
Enhancing Students’ Academic and Career Prospects
Students who complete ICDL the specified modules may now benefit from NCC Education’s Level 3 Diploma in Computing qualification, which offer pathways to British qualifications in IT, business, and related fields. This recognition gives students a head starts in acquiring essential digital skills, positioning them for success in today’s fast-evolving workforce. Additionally, it provides students with a clear pathway to earning a full British diploma, further enhancing their academic and career prospects.
Both organisations are committed to empowering learners by offering flexible and accessible educational opportunities that improve students’ employability and career potential.
Looking ahead, NCC Education is open to exploring the mapping of additional ICDL qualifications, enabling students from around the world to enter their qualifications delivered by partner centres globally in more than 60 countries.
About ICDL
ICDL is a not-for-profit global social enterprise dedicated to raising digital competence standards in the workforce, education, and society. Our certification programmes, delivered through an active network in over 100 countries, enable individuals and organisations to assess, build, and certify their competence in the use of computers and digital tools to the globally recognised ICDL standard.
As a non-profit social enterprise, ICDL Foundation benefits from the unique support of experts from national computer societies and partners worldwide to develop vendor-independent standards, defining the skills and knowledge required to use digital technology effectively. We work with education and training partners, local and regional authorities, national governments, international development organisations, as well as public and private sector employers in all sectors, in the delivery of our programmes.
The quality and reputation of ICDL is built on over 20 years of experience in delivering certification programmes to over 17 million people in more than 40 languages worldwide, with more than 2.5 million ICDL tests taken annually. Our success is maintained by our ongoing innovation in certification programme development, our commitment to rigorous test design methodologies, and consistent adherence to our quality assurance standards.
For more information about ICDL, please visit https://icdl.org/about-us/ .
About NCC Education
Originally established as a computing initiative by the British Government in 1966, NCC Education is a UK awarding body and global provider of education. With a strong presence across multiple countries, NCC Education offers quality British qualifications in IT and business that enable students to access education pathways leading to university degrees or direct entry into employment.
NCC Education’s mission is to provide students worldwide with access to quality British education. Currently operating in over 60 countries with more than 200 partner centres, we are committed to expanding our global footprint to reach even more students. Our goal is to provide them with opportunities to pursue IT, Business, and a variety of other programmes, ensuring they receive the skills and qualifications needed for their future success.
For more information about NCC Education, please visit https://www.nccedu.com/.
