This approval allows students studying at an NCC Education Accredited Partner centre can utilize a B2 or above SELT score for exemption from the ‘Developing English Language Skills’ module in the NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES). This exemption grants direct entry to the Level 4 Diploma qualifications, which can be pursued at any of our accredited partner centers across more than 50 countries. Additionally, the Level 4 Diploma serves as a valuable qualification for university preparation.

Bev O’Donovan, Head of Academics at NCC Education, expressed her satisfaction with the alignment of the assessed skills in Skills for English to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and its comparability to other external tests. Consequently, NCC Education has included Skills for English in its list of approved English tests and eagerly awaits students with these qualifications.

Skills for English, with its network of Home Office-approved test centers in over 125 countries, has rapidly gained recognition as a secure and reliable measure of readiness for academic study. It has become an essential factor in enabling global access to high-quality international education.

Andy Harrison, Senior Director of International Business Development & Recognition at PSI, expressed his delight in being approved by NCC Education. He praised the quality of our tests and acknowledged the invaluable guidance provided by our partners worldwide, who played a vital role in facilitating this opportunity for both parties.

This approval signifies the value of partnerships and provides another avenue for students to pursue world-class education with a Skills for English qualification.