OTHM L4 (MQF L5) Diploma in Information Technology

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the IT industry.

The programme will focus on topics such as cyber security, computer programming, web and mobile applications, computer and network technology, systems analysis and design and managing digital information.

Successful completion of the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology will support learners progressing to university, and to provide learners with the requisite skills and knowledge to enter the world of work in their chosen sector.

OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology (EQF/MQF Level 5) is an Approved Foreign Higher Education Qualification and accredited by OTHM (UK) regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), which is recognised for advanced entry into corresponding degree year/top up and Bachelor’s/top-up programmes.

OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology (EQF/MQF Level 5) represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher National Certificates (HNC) and Year 1 of a three-year UK University degree programme.

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. The qualifications are criterion referenced, based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.

Candidates must hold/meet one or more of the criteria on the list below:

• • NQF/QCF Level 3 Award or at the level of GCE/GCSE or equivalent.
• • An equivalent professional qualification from a recognised institution.
• • Mature students with a minimum of two years of relevant work experience may be considered.
• • The provider will determine English Language ability if English is not your native language.
• • IELTS 4.5 or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• • This course is designed for learner’s aged 19 and above.
• • Student must provide their own laptop.

Successful completion of the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners are eligible to gain direct entry into the second year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree. 

January, April, July, October

€150

€500

Maltese/EU – €4050
Non-EU – €6050