The objective of the Level 4 Diploma  is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the IT industry. The programme will focus on topics such as cyber security, computer programming, web and mobile applications, computer and network technology, systems analysis and design and managing digital information. Successful completion of the Level 4 Diploma will support learners progressing to university, and to provide learners with the requisite skills and knowledge to enter the world of work in their chosen sector.

One intake per quarter basis

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:

 Relevant Level 3 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification

 GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification

 Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience

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 Level 4 Diploma of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.

 Cyber Security (20 credits)

 Principles of Computer Programming (20 credits)

 Systems Analysis and Design (20 credits)

 Web and Mobile Applications (20 credits)

 Computer and Network Technology (20 credits)

 Managing Digital Information (20 credits)

Duration 6 months and Mode of delivery is via Online (MS Teams).

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre. 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. The Assessor should provide an audit trail showing how the judgement of the learners’ overall achievement has been arrived at.

Successful completion of the Level 4 Diploma provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including the Level 5 Diploma. 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.