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Information Technology

OTHM Level 4 / 5 Diploma in Information Technology

Level 4 and Level 5 together equal the first two years of a university degree.

OTHM diplomaMQF / EQF Level 5120 + 120 UK credits (60 + 60 ECTS)
LevelMQF / EQF Level 5
Credits120 + 120 UK credits (60 + 60 ECTS)
Duration1 year per level
Study modeConfirm mode with eie
Awarded byOTHM (Ofqual regulated)

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 Foundations
    10 ECTS
  • Systems Analysis and Design
    10 ECTS
  • Web and Multimedia Applications
    10 ECTS
  • Computer and Network Technology
    10 ECTS
  • Software Development
    10 ECTS
  • Managing Business Information
    10 ECTS

Level 5 modules 60 ECTS

  • Software Engineering
    10 ECTS
  • Database Systems
    10 ECTS
  • Advanced Systems Analysis and Design
    10 ECTS
  • Management Information Systems
    10 ECTS
  • Network Information Systems
    10 ECTS
  • IT Project Management
    10 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

Academic year

Per level, 1 year
International students7,500 EuroFull fee payable before the course starts
Maltese & EU nationals4,000 EuroPayment terms available. Eligible for Get Qualified — up to 2,800 Euro back as tax credit (total 1,200 Euro if eligible)

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

01

Enquire

Tell Aspire Barcelona what you have studied. We confirm the level Aspire can consider.

02

Offer & invoice

eie aims to send a conditional offer letter and an invoice within 48 hours of your application.

03

Acceptance

Meet the conditions, sign the student agreement and pay — eie then issues a letter of acceptance and a receipt.

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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.

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