OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.
The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following:

1. Relevant Level 3 Diploma or equivalent qualification
2. GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification
3. Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)

If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency.

OTHM qualifications at RQF Level 4 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 Bachelor's degree programme.

The OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

1. Cyber Security (20 credits)
2. Principles of Computer Programming (20 credits)
3. Systems Analysis and Design (20 credits)
4. Web and Mobile Applications (20 credits)
5. Computer and Network Technology (20 credits)
6. Managing Digital Information (20 credits)

The qualification is designed to be delivered over 12 months for full-time study, but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning. The qualification is delivered face-to-face, through lectures, tutorials, seminars, distance and online.

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the Ignition Pro – School for Entrepreneurs 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. Judgement that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria is made by the Assessor.

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.