Diploma in Information & Communication Technology with specialism in Software Engineering
Course overview
Qualification | Diploma |
Study mode | Full-time |
Duration | 30 months |
Intakes | March, May, July, September |
Tuition (Local students) | $ 10,950 |
Tuition (Foreign students) | $ 11,707 |
Subjects
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Information Tech (IT)
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Software Engineering
About
Asia Pacific University's (APU) Diploma in Information & Communication Technology with a specialism in Software Engineering is a two-year program designed to develop students' expertise in designing, building, and maintaining software systems. The program emphasizes essential skills in programming, systems analysis, and software development methodologies, preparing students for dynamic roles in the software engineering industry. Graduates are well-equipped to progress into related degree programs at APU or embark on careers in software engineering and ICT.
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- $ 10,950
- Local students
- $ 11,707
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- $ 178
- Local students
- Data not available
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- $ 589
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
General Requirements
- SPM: 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics#, with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History). (Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in SPM will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.)
- IGCSE/O-Levels: 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels including Mathematics. (Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in IGCSE/O-Level will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.)
- UEC: 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics. (Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in UEC will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.)
- Certificate: Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
English Requirements (International Students)
- IELTS : 4.5
- TOEFL IBT : 33
- Pearson (PTE) : 43
- MUET : Band 3
Curriculum
Semester 1 Modules
- Academic Research Skills
- Computer Architecture
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Mathematics and Statistics for Computing
Semester 2 Modules
- Operating Systems
- Database Management
- Information Systems with Cloud Concepts
- Programming with Python
Semester 3 Modules
- Object Oriented Programming
- Algebra and Discrete Mathematics
- System Analysis & Design
- Fundamentals of UI/UX Design
Semester 4 Modules
- Responsive Web Design & Development
- Introduction to Software Engineer
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- DevOps and Low Code Development
Semester 5 Modules
- Cyber Security & Forensics
- Introduction to AI
- Networking Technologies
- Capstone Project
Semester 6 - Internship (12 weeks)
Students will complete an Internship or Industrial Training lasting at least 8 weeks to help them seamlessly transition from academic learning to a professional workplace.
*In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-curricular activities.