NCC UK International Foundation Diploma
Awarding Body
NCC UK
Duration
1 Year
CIRP in collaboration with NCC UK provides an excellent pathway to make your dream of studying in an international university a reality. Joining the NCC UK Foundation diploma delivered at CIRP will prepare you to gain entry to top universities in the world, irrespective of the country or the stream of study.
NCC UK Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES)
The NCC UK Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES) offered at CIRP is a pre-university foundation program awarded by NCC UK. Successful completion of the NCC UK foundation with CIRP allows to apply for a range of different degree programs in over 100 universities in more than 20 different countries. Therefore this is considered the most recognized foundation program in the world.
Developed by UK academics to help you progress successfully to undergraduate study, NCC UK Foundation is one of the few OfQual regulated foundation diplomas in the world. OfQual is the regulatory body of the British government for higher education and the approval is only granted following strict evaluation on the quality of the program. As a result, NCC UK foundation is an accredited, credible and a recognized foundation program accepted by almost all top universities across the world.
This pre-university qualification prepares students with the essential English language & academic skills, mathematics and research skills, along with subject knowledge based on the electives to provide direct entry into an undergraduate (First Year) degree at an internationally recognized university.
Who should select the NCC UK Foundation Diploma?
This is the best program available for students who wish to secure a place in an international university to study for a bachelor’s degree by entering the university from the 1st year. If you are after O/L and plan to enter an international university directly, bypassing the traditional A/L route, this is the ideal pathway. You have to take the compulsory modules and select the electives based on the degree you plan to study.
What are the degree programs that accept NCC UK Foundation diploma?
Course Structure
Program Title
Qualification Level
Credits
Awarding Body
Delivery
Assessments
Schedule
Duration
International Foundation Diploma
UK RQF Level 3
120 UK Credits
NCC UK
On-campus
Modular
Weekdays
01 Year
Course Structure
Core Modules
1. Developing English Language Skills (20 Credits)
2. English for Academic Purposes (30 Credits)
3. Maths for University Study (10 Credits)
4. Research and Study Skills for University Study (20 Credits)
Elective Modules (Select 2)
1. Biology for University Study (20 Credits)
2. Chemistry for University Study (20 Credits)
3. Law for University Study (20 Credits)
4. Introductory Accounting (20 Credits)
5. Introductory Economics (20 Credits)
6. International Business (20 Credits)
7. Physics for University Study (20 Credits)
8. Further Maths for University Study (20 Credits)
Why is NCC UK Foundation Diploma the best foundation program?
Global recognition – This is the only foundation diploma that makes you eligible to enter over 100 universities in more than 20 countries. Most foundations only provide access to one or few universities in a selected country.
Freedom to choose – Apart from selecting the university and the country you want to study, you can select the field of study, simply by selecting the different electives in the same program. You choice of the degree is not restricted like most other foundations.
Highest Credibility – You will be obtaining a qualification recognized by the UK government. OfQual approval ensures that your qualification meets the highest standards in international education.
Affordability – CIRP together with NCC UK has provided an affordable pathway to start your higher education after your O/L. You are able to save time and money by choosing the foundation pathway and graduate years before the others.
University Support – CIRP works closely with NCC UK and the CIRP’s study abroad partner to provide you all the support you need to enter an international university. We guide you from selecting the best university, submitting your application, obtaining a place for you to advice you on the visa process. CIRP provides these services free of charge to all NCC UK foundation students.
Assessments for all units will be offered in a minimum of four assessment cycles throughout the year. The units are assessed by either written examination or assignment.
Past papers and sample assessments are made available to the students in order to better prepare themselves for the assessments.
Entry Criteria
Students must meet the following entry requirements:
Completed their GCSE/IGCSE ‘O’ Levels or an equivalent* qualification in their own country and passed 5 subjects with minimum grades of ‘C’, ‘4’ or equivalent* in each. These should include Mathematics and English.