For Nitec / Higher Nitec students.
Your Nitec or Higher Nitec qualification gets you straight into Level 4 — no need to repeat the L3 Foundation. A full UK degree top-up is within reach in around 2 — 2.5 years.
Browse pathways for ITE graduatesFast-track entry options.
Higher Nitec → Level 4 Diploma
With a Higher Nitec in a relevant subject, you can be admitted directly to the L4 Diploma in Computing or Business — bypassing the L3 Foundation. Start learning in a matter of weeks.
Nitec → Level 3 Diploma
Nitec graduates enter at the L3 Diploma in Computing or Business — building the academic foundation before progressing to L4 and L5.
Continue to Level 5 Diploma with a specialism
Cyber Security, Data Science, Software Engineering, or Business with Marketing.
UK Bachelor's top-up
A final year with Lancashire, Greater Manchester, or Greenwich — fully online.
Build on your ITE qualification, not start over.
Your existing credits count
Higher Nitec subject credits are recognized in the L4 admission decision. You don't repeat what you've already learnt.
Degree in around 2 — 2.5 years
Higher Nitec + L4 + L5 + L6 top-up can be completed in roughly 2 — 2.5 years of full-time, fast-paced study or at your own pace.
Apprenticeship-friendly
Most students study while doing internships or apprenticeships in technical roles. Coursework directly applies to your job.
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