Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons.) Security Technology

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons.) Security Technology programme at Multimedia University develops the knowledge and skills needed for careers in government, corporate, retail, and financial security sectors. The course focuses on managing security technologies and asset protection, supported by studies in cyber law and ethics. Graduates are well-prepared for roles across the security industry.

Entry requirements:

• Pass Foundation / Matriculation studies with a minimum of CGPA of 2.00 from a recognised institution AND a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent*; OR
• Pass STPM or its equivalent with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects AND a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent*; OR
• Pass A-Level with a minimum of Grade D in any TWO (2)subjects AND a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent*; OR
• Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least FIVE (5) subjects (inclusive of Mathematics* and English); OR
• Pass STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid in any TWO (2) subjects AND a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent*; OR
• Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 but more than 2.00 may be admitted subject to a thorough rigorous assessment; OR
• Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in Non-Computing with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 AND a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent*. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.75 but more than 2.50 can be admitted subject to a through rigorous assessment; OR
• Pass DKM /DLKM/DVM in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval**; OR
• Other relevant & equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. (Candidates can be admitted if their admission qualification contains Mathematics subject(s) equivalent to Mathematics at the SPM level. If it is not equivalent, the reinforcement Mathematics subject equivalent to the SPM level must be offered in the first semester or before enrolment with unconditional offer); OR
• Possess an APEL.A certificate from MQA for admission into Bachelor programmes. For more information, please visit https://www.mmu.edu.my/apel-a/

NOTE:

• *Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at SPM level need to take and pass the reinforcement Mathematics subject that is equivalent to the SPM level. The reinforcement Mathematics subject must be offered in the first semester or before enrolment with unconditional offer.
• **DKM/DLKM/DVM candidates may be required to undergo Bridging Programme as an additional requirement.
• Students are required to pass the reinforcement Mathematics before being allowed to take related core courses. The candidate can sit for any subjects that did not indicate Mathematics as a prerequisite.
• Reinforcement Mathematics can contribute to the overall graduating credit.
• Students from Matriculation / Foundation or its equivalent can be exempted from taking reinforcement Mathematics, provided that the Mathematics offered at that programme level is equivalent / more than the Mathematics offered at an SPM level.

Year 1:

• Computer Architecture and Organisation
• Data Communications and Networking
• Computer Programming
• Database Systems
• Operating Systems
• System Analysis and Design
• Ethics and Professional Conducts
• Discrete Mathematics and Probability
• Elective 1
• Elective 2
• U2
• U3
• U4
• Character Building
• Sustainable Society

Year 2:

• Human Computer Interaction
• Web Techniques and Application
• System Integration and Architecture
• Computer Security
• Computer Networks
• System Administration and Maintenance
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Cybersecurity Law
• Ethical Hacking and Security Assessment
• Information Assurance and Security
• Elective 3
• Elective 4
• U1

Year 3:

• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Cloud Computing
• Management of Information Security
• Malware and Intrusion Detection
• Password Authentication and Biometrics
• Digital Forensics
• Applied Cryptography
• Security Analysis & Vulnerability Assessment
• Python for Security
• Industrial Training
• Project I
• Project II

Elective Subjects:

• Fundamentals of Digital Competence for Programmers
• Technopreneur Venture
• Technology Transfer
• Organisational Behaviour
• Open Electives (Non-computing course from other faculties)

University Subjects:

U1 – Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (Philosophy and Current Issues)
U1:
Local:
Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations)International:
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2U2:
Local:
Students without credit in BM at SPM Level
i.Bahasa Kebangsaan A. If the student has taken this course before, he/she must take any other courses in the U2 category**
Students who obtained credit in BM at SPM Level
Any other courses in the U2 category***International:
Any other courses in the U2 category****** Should the student choose to take foreign language, he/she must choose one which he/she has no formal education in.U3 – Integrity and LeadershipU4 – Choose one U4 from the list offered