A UK foundation diploma in IT, studied completely online around your job. Assignments, no exams, no deadlines. €220 a month for twelve months, and Malta refunds up to 70% when you finish.
Check if I qualify5.0 on GoogleMost finish in about 10 monthsRecognised in Malta and the EU
Delivered byOnline Business School, UKAwarded by OTHM · Regulated by Ofqual · Recognised by MQRIC
“In addition to the course being reasonably priced, I truly valued the flexibility it afforded me to study at any time of day and turn in assignments without worrying about due dates. … The fact that the course was entirely assignment-based put me at ease.”
“I recently decided to take the next step in my career and further education. … My choice was the Elephant & Cross educational center and I am very happy with my choice. … High standards and professional team, they are always there to help you and inform you about everything you need for your studies.”
“Highly recommend, very helpful and appreciate the opportunity to study at my own pace. … Thank Andrew for his support and patience.”
€220 a month, interest free, for twelve months. Finish, and Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of it.
What the Get Qualified Scheme is, who qualifies, and what you send when you finish.
Built so you can keep your job while you do it.
“When I look at the data, most of our students are studying at 6pm and on Sunday mornings. I don’t see that as a problem to fix, it’s the whole point. This course was built for working professionals, parents, busy people.”
The ground floor of IT: how computers and networks work, a first look at code and websites, mobile, security, and social media for business. Each module ends in one written assignment, marked by a tutor with feedback.
The purpose of computer systems and their components; configuring a system for performance.
Types of coding and web architecture; building an interactive website.
Networking principles; how hardware and software connect; usage and security concerns.
Features of mobile devices and the communication technologies behind them.
Core terminology, threat intelligence and protecting digital assets.
Planning and publishing business content; writing a social media policy.
Delivered by Online Business School
Your 30 credits are the entry to the Diploma in IT and Computing, Level 5: 120 credits, online, no exams, same portal and tutors. From there, the final year of the BSc (Hons) Computing.
About the Level 5 diploma
“Most people who start with the foundation didn’t finish school the way they wanted to. A year later they’ve got a Level 4 diploma and they’re ready to progress to Level 5. It’s so rewarding.”
Before you pay anything, you get a recognition statement from MQRIC, Malta’s recognition centre. It says what the diploma is worth here.
The diploma is awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding organisation, and regulated by Ofqual, the UK government’s qualifications regulator. Level 4 on Malta’s framework and the EU framework, the equivalent of A-levels. Level 5 in Ireland. An employer anywhere in the EU reads it the same way.
Check if I qualifyEvery course at this level: Diplomas in Malta · Diplomas in Ireland
Issued to you before you start. Illustration; the wording on the real statement is MQRIC’s.
The four questions we get asked most, in two minutes each.
The formal entry is a Level 3 qualification or equivalent. 16 or over, good written English, a computer with internet. Pick the one that fits.
Online Business School delivers the course. Elephant & Cross enrols you and supports you from Malta.
Tuition centreA UK online school delivering OTHM diplomas, Level 3 to Level 7, to students in more than 100 countries. Every module is taught through its online portal: recorded lectures, notes, and a tutor for the assignments. It offers Ofqual regulated qualifications.
Your support in MaltaOnline UK qualifications for working adults in Malta, based in Sliema since 2021. Founded by Andrew Critien and Luca Cachia. About 95% of our students work full time. We tell you if you qualify before you pay, handle the enrolment and the paperwork, and support you with the Get Qualified application when you finish.
5.0 on Google148 Tower Road, Sliema
“I had a very positive experience with Elephant & Cross from start to finish. … Their support and guidance throughout the entire process were excellent, and I always felt well informed at every step. … I never encountered any problems along the way and their professionalism really stood out. … I also look forward to continuing my studies with Elephant & Cross in the future.”
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You must be 16 or over, with a Level 3 qualification such as O-levels or an MCAST Level 3 diploma, or equivalent. If you do not have one but have solid hands-on IT experience, an exemption is usually granted. Good written English and a computer with internet.
Yes. OTHM awards it and Ofqual, the UK regulator, lists it on its register. MQRIC recognises it in Malta at MQF Level 4, A-level equivalent, and that level is recognised across the EU.
No. You are assessed through six written assignments, one per module, marked by a tutor with feedback. You can resubmit until you pass.
Most students finish in about ten months around a full-time job. There are no deadlines, and you can pause for up to 90 days.
Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of your fees as a tax credit once you finish. All Malta residents are eligible. We support you with the application.
You can stop future instalments whenever you need to, and nothing more is charged. Payments already made are not refunded.
Your 30 credits are the entry to the Level 5 Diploma in IT and Computing: 120 credits, online, no exams, €220 a month. The Level 5 then takes you into the final year of a bachelor’s degree.
Intakes run throughout the year. Send your details and we tell you the next start date.
Fifteen minutes. A straight yes or no. Nothing to pay before the call.
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“Online learning gave me the opportunity to study at my own pace and in my own time. … A mixture of presentations and videos made the lessons quite engaging.”