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The evolution of technology has impacted every walk of life. The role of information in the modern business environment is essential. The ultimate success of contemporary organisations depends on better processing, storing, retrieving, and exchanging information and data. In this regard, knowledge about information technologies has become necessary for businesses and individuals. Advancement in technology has resulted in establishing a separate IT industry. In the 21st century, the demand for IT courses is booming because employers prefer individuals with IT skills and knowledge. To fulfil the desire to learn, Inspire London College contentedly offers you the best foundation course in information technology endorsed by OTHM.
The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology aims to equip learners with the skills and knowledge required to work in the IT sector or progress to study further. 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.
The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 60 credits, 600 hours of Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 240 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the completed qualification.
Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (603/7029/4)
| Unit Ref. No. | Unit Title | Credit | GLH | TQT |
| L/618/6090 | Computer Systems | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| R/618/6091 | Coding and Website Development | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| Y/618/6092 | Networks | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| M/618/6096 | Mobile Communications | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| T/618/6097 | Cyber Security | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| A/618/6098 | Social Media for Business | 10 | 40 | 100 |
Each unit carries 10 credit values, 40 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and a Total Quality Time (TQT) of 100 hours.
For entry onto the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Information Technology, learners must possess:
Note: Learner must ensure that he/she fulfils the requirement before purchasing qualification.
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*A learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information, visit Language Expectations.
Completing the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Information Technology provides learners with the opportunity for the workplace and academic progressions to a wide range of relevant undergraduate programmes, including OTHM Level 4 diplomas. OTHM qualifications at Level 3 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competencies that are assessed academically as equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels.
All units are internally assessed by Inspire London College and externally verified by OTHM. 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.
The Assessor judges that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria.
This diploma is accredited by OTHM Qualifications, an awarding body approved and regulated by Ofqual. You may visit the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications for verification and further details.
OTHM has a progression arrangement with several UK universities that acknowledges learners’ ability after studying Level 3-7 qualifications to be considered for advanced entry into corresponding degree year/top-up and Master’s/top-up programmes.
OTHM Qualifications (Awarding Body) only issues verifiable certificates and Transcripts electronically and securely in PDF format (without additional charges).
Hard Copy and Transcript is not included in the course fee. If you want a hard copy of the Certificate and Transcript, you can order it directly from Awarding Body OTHM using self-service e certificate & transcript portal and completing the registration process. The hard copy certificate will cost you £30 plus charges for your preferred shipping option to your location.
You may contact the admissions@inspirelondoncollege.co.uk if any assistance is required.
