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                                        

 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.