NCC Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
NCC Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies
Course Fee: £4500
The Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES) is a pre-university qualification designed to equip learners with the academic, linguistic, and research skills required for successful progression to higher education. The programme provides a solid foundation in English language proficiency, mathematics, research skills, and study techniques, ensuring students are fully prepared for the demands of undergraduate study.
About This Course
The Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES) is a pre-university qualification designed to equip learners with the academic, linguistic, and research skills required for successful progression to higher education. The programme provides a solid foundation in English language proficiency, mathematics, research skills, and study techniques, ensuring students are fully prepared for the demands of undergraduate study.
Learners gain critical thinking, academic writing, and problem-solving skills while developing confidence in independent learning. The curriculum integrates both academic and practical components, helping students adapt to different disciplines, including business, law, finance, computing, engineering, social sciences, and the arts.
Am I eligible for this programme?
Applicants must have completed GCSE/IGCSE ‘O’ Levels or an equivalent qualification, passing at least five subjects with a minimum grade of ‘C’ (4), including English and Mathematics.
Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency with an IELTS score of 4.5 or equivalent to ensure readiness for academic study.
Course Fees
The fee for enrolling onto this course is £4500.
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
- Credit or Debit Card
- Bank Transfer
- Interest Free Monthly installments
- Western Union
What is included in the cost of my course?
- All course material, including online modules and written assignments.
- Personal tutor support with 1-2-1 Zoom sessions where required.
- Dedicated student support
- Access to an online social learning forum
- Assignment marking and feedback.
Module listing
To complete the qualification a student must study and pass units to the total of 120 credits* based on IELTS score and desired career pathway:
- (A) 4 core + 2 electives
- (B) 3 core + 3 electives
- (C) 4 core + 1 electives + 2 electives
- (D) 3 core + 2 electives + 2 electives
Core Units for Students with a score of 4.5≤ IELTS (or equivalent) <5.5
- Developing English Language Skills
- English for Academic Purposes
- Maths for University Study
- Research and Study Skills for University Study
(*) These Core Units equate to 80 Units – Students need to choose additional Electives to make up another 40 Units
Core Units for Students with IELTS (or equivalent) score of ≥ 5.5
- English for Academic Purposes
- Maths for University Study
- Research and Study Skills for University Study
(*) These Core Units equate to 60 Units – Students need to choose additional Electives to make up another 60 Units
Choose Elective Units to follow your desired undergraduate pathway:
20 Credit Units
- Law for University Study
- Introductory Accounting
- Introductory Economics
- Introduction to Programming with Python
- International Business
- Physics for University Study
- Further Maths for University Study
- Chemistry for University Study
- Biology for University Study
- Digital Art
- Fine Art
- Art & Design (General)
10 Credits Units
- Introduction to Computer Science
- Digital World
Assignment listing
The Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies has units to the total of 120 credits. The assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Students are provided support on the modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
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University Progression
Graduates of the Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies can progress to Year 1 of a university degree at over 100 universities and institutions in 20+ countries. Alternatively, learners can enrol in NCC Education Level 4 Diplomas in Computing, Computing (with Business Management), or Business, equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor’s degree.