Westbridge Institute Business and Technology

The NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. It is a pre-university qualification developed by UK academics to help you progress successfully to undergraduate study. 

The NCC Education Level 3 Award in Business is a dynamic and flexible qualification that allows learners to explore and develop foundational skills and knowledge in business.

The NCC Education Level 3 Certificate in Business is a dynamic and flexible qualification that allows learners to explore and develop foundational skills and knowledge in business.

The NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB) is regulated by Ofqual. It is an Applied General qualification which allows candidates to demonstrate key transferable study skills, mathematical competency and applied cultural understanding, particularly in the context of international business, as well as a grounding in the essential concepts of business and economics.

The Level 3 Diploma in Business syllabus and assessment is suitable for students aged 16-19 as well as adult learners.

The New Level 4 Diploma in Business is a regulated qualification and the first stage of the NCC Education Business Degree journey. It is also recognised and approved for funding in England as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ).

Equivalent to the first year of a UK business degree, this programme provides a strong academic and practical foundation in core business principles, preparing students for further study or entry into the global business industry.

The New Level 5 Diploma in Business is a regulated qualification and the second stage of the NCC Education Business Degree journey. It is also recognised and approved for funding in England as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ).

Equivalent to the second year of a UK business degree, this programme builds on Level 4 and explores advanced topics such as entrepreneurship, innovation and growth, raising finance, agile leadership, business ethics, and global policy impacts. It provides a strong academic and practical framework, preparing students for progression to the final year of a UK honours degree or a successful career in global business.

The NCC Education Level 7 Diploma in Business Management (L7DBM) is an Ofqual regulated qualification that will help you understand and apply up to date management theory and practice in the fields of marketing, information strategy, project management, finance, leadership and entrepreneurship.

The Level 7 Diploma in Business Management is recognised as suitable entry onto Cardiff Metropolitan University‘s MBA Top-up programme. Allowing students to fast-track their studies to gain a full MBA award.

This programme is designed to enable candidates to efficiently bridge the gap between their existing qualifications and a master’s qualification. On successful completion, students will be able to progress directly on to a master’s degree programme.

The NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC) is an Ofqual-regulated qualfication. It is a general qualification that introduces the field of computing and equips students to show key transferable study skills, mathematical competency, and an understanding of the essential concepts of IT and practical computing skills. 

The NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. The qualification makes up the first year of a Computing/ IT degree pathway. The qualification is equivalent to the first year of an IT degree in the UK university system.

The Level 4 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L4DC BM)) (previously the Level 4 Diploma in Business Information Technology (L4DBIT)) makes up the first year of the NCC Education degree journey. The qualification is equivalent to the first year of an IT degree in the UK university system.

The NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (L5DC) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. The qualification (with specialisms) makes up the second year of the NCC Education degree journey and builds upon the knowledge gained during the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) or the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L4DC BM), exposing students to greater detail and more advanced topics in a range of areas including database development, information systems analysis, network security and cryptography.

The Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Business Management) (L5DC BM) (previously the Level 5 Diploma in Business IT (L5DBIT)) makes up the second year of the NCC Education degree journey and builds upon the knowledge gained during the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business Information Technology (L4DBIT).

The Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Cyber Security (L5DC CS) (previously Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security (L5DCS)) makes up the second year of the NCC Education degree journey. This builds upon the knowledge gained during the Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC).

The NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Data Science) (L5DC DS) is an Ofqual regulated qualification. NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing (with Data Science) (L5DC DS) makes up the second year of the NCC Education degree journey. This builds upon the knowledge gained during the Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC). 

The BEng (Hons) Software Engineering Top-Up degree is delivered online by Western International College Online (WINC) and provides progression from NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing.

This final year top-up degree is awarded by University of Greater Manchester.

An introduction to the basic skills required in using word processors, spreadsheets and presentation software.

The Short Course in Artificial Intelligence (AI) is suitable for IT working professionals and graduates.

Participants will gain knowledge of the fundamental principles, underlying theory and practical skills employed in securing information and networks.

Understanding the theory behind Data Science and the methodologies that can be applied, will enable you to apply a forward-looking approach to past and current data and predict future outcomes.

The NCC Education Award in Teaching and Training is a professional development course for individuals who are embarking on their teaching journey, or experienced lecturers who are looking to refresh their skills as part of their continuous professional development.