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OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology

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Ofqual-regulated RQF Level 3 | 60 credits | Online with tutor support | No exams | Start any month

Summary

Price
£950
Funding options
Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.
Study method
Online
Course format
Online via the LSIB learning platform: unit materials, assignment briefs and tutor support; assessed by assignments (no exams); no fixed timetable.
Duration
9 months · Self-paced
Level
Beginner
Qualification
Regulated qualification - Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology
Additional info
Tutor support Certificate(s) included Finance available

Overview

The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology is an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 foundation diploma in Information Technology worth 60 credits (600 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to A-levels / access to higher education. Most learners complete it in one year, studying part-time around work.

Certificates

OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology (Ofqual qualification number 603/7029/4). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.

Curriculum

6 units

Computer Systems 10 credits

Coding and Website Development 10 credits

Networks 10 credits

Mobile Communications 10 credits

Cyber Security 10 credits

Social Media for Business 10 credits

Description

The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology is to equip learners with the skills and knowledge required to work in the IT sector or progress to further study.

The qualification is designed to ensure that each learner has an opportunity to build sector knowledge and learn current skills and practices in computer systems, networks, coding, website development, mobile communications, cyber security and social media for business.

Who is this course for?

This Level 3 foundation diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into information technology or into Level 4 study without A-levels. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace.

Requirements

OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16. OTHM does not specify entry requirements for these qualifications. OTHM ensures that learners admitted to the programme have sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment. OTHM centres must ensure learners are recruited with integrity onto appropriate qualifications that will meet their needs, enable and facilitate learning and achievement enable progression. The qualification is offered in English. English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language…

Career path

Successful completion of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology provides learners with the opportunity for workplace and academic progressions to a wide range of OTHM Level 4 diplomas. For more information visit University Progressions page on the OTHM website. University progression routes published by OTHM include: Bangor University: progress to year 1 of BSc Computer Science, BSc Computer Science with…; Coventry University: progress to year 1 of Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computing…; University of Greater Manchester: progress to year 1 of BSc (Hons) Computer Science, BSc…; University of Hertfordshire: progress to year 1 of Bachelor of Engineering Honours in….

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OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology: FAQs

OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology takes around 9 months to complete and is self-paced, so you can study around work and family.

OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology leads to Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology.

OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology costs £950. Finance is available to spread the cost.

The course price includes your certificate and tutor support. Check with the provider whether any exam or registration fees are charged separately.

OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16. OTHM does not specify entry requirements for these qualifications. OTHM ensures that learners admitted to the programme have sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment. OTHM centres must…

This Level 3 foundation diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into information technology or into Level 4 study without A-levels. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can…

Yes. OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology is studied online, so you can learn from anywhere in the UK.

Study method describes how the course is delivered: online/distance learning, in a classroom, or in-company at your workplace. On Demand courses can be started instantly.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points show the number of learning hours a course has been independently assessed to provide.
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