Courses Available to International Students
NCC Education - International Diploma in Computer Studies
Introduction
International Diploma in Computer Studies(IDCS) programme is directly awarded by NCC Education, UK. NCC Education is a global provider for Education solutions. NCC Education qualifications are recognised by universities, professional bodies and employers.
Course Outline
IDCS is 8 module qualification. This course gives an in-depth knowledge of Computer Studies. All the modules accompany with practical work to enhance the skills of the students. Upon completing this course students can proceed to the Internationa Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies. The modules are as below:
Core Modules
- Computer Technology
- Systems Development
- Programming Methods
- Business Communication
- Fundamental of Hardware and Operating System
- Networking
Elective Modules
- Web Design
- Organisation and Business Structure
Course Contents
Computer Technology
This module gives a broad overview of a variety of computing technologies so that students can appreciate the key characteristics of the technologies employed to implement today's computer systems and make sense of the new developments in computing technology.
Systems Development
The module covers the processes that are followed when information systems are created or changed and the tools and techniques to support these processes.
Programming Methods
This module is designed to give students a thorough grounding in the key concepts, techniques and methods for the development of programming. The module is independent of programming language and focuses on a student gaining a good understanding of algorithms, data structures and widely-used computing paradigms.
Business Communication
This module is a general introduction to personal communication skills in the area of business and computing for students and IT professionals. The module develops skills in: the interpretation and ccreation of a range of written material; locating data and its processing into information; effective communication in a work environment; and introduction to group working and meetings; and the creation and delivery of presentations.
Fundamentals of Hardware and Operating Systems
This module is intended to provide a student with a thorough understanding of the technical and practical skills involved in the maintenance and configuration of personal computers.
Networking
This module provides a broad introduction to networking, ranging from underlying media to the deployment of networks in business. The module aims to provide a student with a good understanding of modern networks and the intellectual and practical skills to support the specification and deployment of networks.
Web Design
This module aims to provide students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to develop a high quality website. This module is a prerequisite of the Advanced Website Design module in the NCC Education International Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies (IADCS).
Organisational and Business Structures
This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the carious types of organisation, the principal functional area within organisations, the information needs of organisations and the needs of employees in the workplace.
Assessment
Modules are assessed based on Global Assignments, Local Examinations & Global Examinations. Assessments are conducted 4 times an year (March, June, September & December). Students have to attain a pass grade in all the 8 modules for the award of the certificate. Students can appeal if they are not satisfied in the grade awarded in any of the modules within 15 days of declaration of the results. A processing fee is applicable. The fee will be refunded only if there is any change in the grade awarded when compared to the previous result.
Entry Requirements
The minimum academic requirement is 4 GCE 'O' Level including English. Alternatively, candidates who have passed the ITE Cert/ICCS or who passed Unit One of the old IDCS programs are also eligible. Individual units of the IDCS program can be taken independently without entry requirement.
Duration
The IDCS is a course is conducted in 8 months(Full-Time) / 12 months (Part-Time).
Enquiries
For enquiries, please call 627 35 611or send them to araci@bmc.edu.sg.
Venue
BMC International College Bukit Merah Central, Blk 162 Bukit Merah Central 03-3555 Singapore 150162.
New Fee Structure
Under the new fee structure, applicants are required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of $30 when an application for STP is submitted to ICA for consideration. Payment must be made through the ICA online portals for STP application (i.e. SOLAR or SOLAR+). Successful STP applications will only need to pay a one-time fee of $60 for the issuance of the LTP cards, regardless of the duration of the pass granted. The prevailing visa fee will continue to apply for those visa-required countries.
Foreign students will be required to pay a sum of $60 for replacement of lost or damaged STP cards.
NOTE: Fees may change periodically without prior notice.
| Fees Breakdown (shows the full breakdown of total payable fees) |
Total Payable (S$) |
|---|---|
| Course Application Fee (not covered under FPS and not refundable) | $400.00 |
| Course Fee | $6,500.00 |
| Student Membership Fee | $100.00 |
| Course Material Fee | $300.00 |
| Laboratory Fee | $150.00 |
| Student Process Fee | $0.00 |
| Medical Insurance* | $120.00 |
| Exam - NCC* | $1000.00 |
| FPS Insurance Fee* | $98.04 |
| (A) Total Course Fees Payable | $8,268.04 |
| (B) No. of Instalments | 2 |
| (C) Instalment Amount (C = A/B) | $4,134.02 |
| Instalment Schedule (full payment scheme) |
Payment by 2 months (S$) |
| First Instalment Payment | $4,134.02 |
| Final Instalment Payment | $4,134.02 |
| (A) Total Course Fees Payable | $8,268.04 |
| Total Course Fee After GST | $9,189.54 |
| * Non-GST'd Item | |
Last updated 14 May 10.
