
OTHM Level 4 / 5 Diploma in Information Technology
Level 4 and Level 5 together equal the first two years of a university degree.
Overview
Provides an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations — making each learner ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with detailed knowledge of IT, equipped to adapt rapidly to change.
Level 4 modules are equivalent to the first year of a university degree and Level 5 to the second. Each module is around 80 guided learning hours, plus 30–50 hours of optional exercises, readings and internet resources. Study only Level 4 and you receive 120 credits and can apply for exemption from the first year of a degree.
Units
Level 4 modules 60 ECTS
- Programming Foundations10 ECTS
- Systems Analysis and Design10 ECTS
- Web and Multimedia Applications10 ECTS
- Computer and Network Technology10 ECTS
- Software Development10 ECTS
- Managing Business Information10 ECTS
Level 5 modules 60 ECTS
- Software Engineering10 ECTS
- Database Systems10 ECTS
- Advanced Systems Analysis and Design10 ECTS
- Management Information Systems10 ECTS
- Network Information Systems10 ECTS
- IT Project Management10 ECTS
Entry requirements
- Level 4: at least 18 years of age with a full secondary education
- Level 5: a Level 4 qualification or equivalent
Structure & assessment
6 modules and 6 written assignments (around 3,000–5,000 words each) at each level.
All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. To pass a unit you provide evidence that you have met every learning outcome and assessment criterion.
Progression
Holders can progress to the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology (currently unavailable at eie) and other programmes. Accredited by OTHM and recognised by MFHEA at MQF/EQF Level 5.
Fees & duration
Fees as published by eie European Business School. Your fee is confirmed only on the invoice issued by eie with your conditional offer. Get Qualified tax-credit figures apply only if you are eligible under Malta Enterprise rules.
Get Qualified — up to 70% back
eie's accredited programmes are eligible under Malta Enterprise's Get Qualified scheme. Eligible self-funded students can recover up to 70% of registration and tuition fees as a tax credit after successfully completing the course.
Recognition
Awarded by OTHM
OTHM qualifications are regulated in the UK by Ofqual. They are listed and delivered through eie European Business School but are not eie homegrown MFHEA degrees and not Aspire degrees.
Equivalence
MQF / EQF Level 5 · 120 + 120 UK credits (60 + 60 ECTS). Level 4 and 5 together are equivalent to the first two years of a UK bachelor’s degree.
How to apply
Enquire
Tell Aspire Barcelona what you have studied. We confirm the level Aspire can consider.
Offer & invoice
eie aims to send a conditional offer letter and an invoice within 48 hours of your application.
Acceptance
Meet the conditions, sign the student agreement and pay — eie then issues a letter of acceptance and a receipt.
Got an offer through an agent? Check it first.
Send a copy of any offer letter, letter of acceptance, invoice or receipt to [email protected]. eie will confirm whether it is genuine and is not responsible for documents or payments that did not come from eie.
Start here
Your Next Chapter Starts Here.
Send an enquiry and we will point you to the right Aspire programme — diploma, bachelor's or master's — and explain the next intake.