OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology 603/3789/8

Overview

The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology is designed to equip learners with a solid foundation in the core principles of IT while enhancing their analytical, problem-solving, and professional skills needed in today’s digital economy.

This Level 6 qualification provides 120 credits and is equivalent to the final year of a UK bachelor’s degree. It prepares learners for a range of career opportunities in the IT sector or progression to postgraduate study, including a Level 7 Diploma or a UK master’s degree program.

The curriculum is industry-relevant and academically robust, supporting both technical competence and strategic thinking in IT contexts.

Entry Requirements

This qualification is intended for learners aged 18 and above.

A typical entry profile includes one of the following:

• A relevant Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology or a related discipline

• A UK Level 5 qualification or equivalent international qualification

• Mature learners (21+ years) with relevant practical experience (eligibility to be confirmed with the delivery centre)

English Language Requirements

Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must demonstrate English language proficiency. Full details are available on the English Language Expectations page of the OTHM website.

Centres should verify the suitability of a learner’s previous qualifications and experience to ensure a solid foundation for a Level 6 study.

Equivalences

The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology is equivalent to:

• The final year of a UK Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related fields

Qualification Structure

To achieve the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology, learners must complete six mandatory units, totaling:

• 120 credits

• 1200 Total Qualification Time (TQT)

• 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)

Mandatory Units

1. Advanced Computer Networks (20 credits)

2. Advanced Data Analytics (20 credits)

3. Advanced Database Management Systems (20 credits)

4. Management Information Systems (20 credits)

5. Computing Research Methods (20 credits)

6. Project Management in IT (20 credits)

Duration and Delivery

This qualification is typically completed over one academic year for full-time learners. Flexible study options, including part-time and online learning, are available to accommodate diverse learner needs.

Delivery methods may include classroom-based teaching, virtual sessions, interactive workshops, and self-paced learning—depending on the delivery centre’s approach.

Assessment and Verification

• All units are internally assessed by the delivery centre and externally verified by OTHM.

• Learners must meet all learning outcomes and assessment criteria to successfully pass each unit.

• Assessment is evidence-based and may include written assignments, case studies, project work, or presentations.

• Assignment briefs and assessment guidelines are provided by OTHM to ensure consistent and fair evaluation.

Progression

Upon successful completion, learners can advance to:

• OTHM Level 7 Diplomas, such as the Level 7 Diploma in IT, Project Management, or Strategic Management

• Final-stage top-up degrees from UK universities in areas such as Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business IT

• Employment opportunities in roles such as IT Project Manager, Systems Analyst, Database Administrator, or IT Consultant

This qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), ensuring high standards and international recognition.