
Qualification Number: 603/3614/6
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The objective of the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations. It designed to ensure that each learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of Information Technology, and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.
The qualification is ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into, a career in private or public sector business. Successful completion of the Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment.
EQUIVALENCES:
OTHM qualifications at RQF Level 5 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diploma (HND) and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree.
QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE:
The OTHM Level 5 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.
KEY FACTS:
- Qualification Title: OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology
- Ofqual Reference Number: 603/3614/6
- Course Start Date: January, April, June, September
- Total Credit Value: 120 credits
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 1200 Hours
- Language of Assessment: English
- Overall Grading Type: Pass or Fail
COURSE DURATION
- 6 to 9 month
COURSE DELIVERY
- Full Time
- Block Delivery
- Flexible Distributed Learning
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology qualification, learners must possess:
- Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Award/Diploma or equivalent recognised qualification
- Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course
- English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency.
COURSE CONTENT
Unit Ref. No. |
Mandatory Units |
Credit |
GLH |
TQT |
K/617/2276 |
Software Engineering |
20 |
80 |
200 |
H/617/2275 |
Database Systems |
20 |
80 |
200 |
D/617/2274 |
Advanced systems Analysis and Design |
20 |
80 |
200 |
Y/617/2273 |
Management Information Systems |
20 |
80 |
200 |
R/617/2272 |
Network Information Systems |
20 |
80 |
200 |
L/617/2271 |
IT Project Management |
20 |
80 |
200 |
ASSESSMENT:
- The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.
ACCREDITATION
- The programme is awarded OTHM - an awarding body by the UK Government’s regulator - OfQual.
HOW TO REGISTER/ ENROL?
To make an application to the course please email the below documents to admissions@citycollegeoxford.co.uk
- Complete Applications Form
- Passport
- Previous qualifications
- CV
- Personal Statement
FEE STRUCTURE AND PAYMENT PLANS
- Contact us for the fees and the payment plan
PROGRESSION
The Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology qualification has been developed with career progression and professional recognition in mind. Successful completion of this qualification provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology.