BSc (Hons) in Information Technology
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Key Information
Campus location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 22,615 *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* total for Malaysian students: RM 87,000 | total for international students: RM 88,200/USD 22,615
Introduction
APU-DMU dual degree program
Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Program will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia, and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.
Admissions
Curriculum
Program outline
This program is specifically designed to provide students with:
- Familiarity with a broad range of information technologies and how they are used.
- An understanding of frameworks and planning techniques for the strategic management of information systems in organizations.
- The ability to critically evaluate and apply appropriate strategies and techniques to the development of information technologies.
Degree level 1
Students will learn fundamental skills required by every IT professional, and the basic understanding of the underlying computer system through Computer Architecture, operating systems, networking, and databases. The modules will also help them develop personal and organizational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation.
Common modules
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Intercultural Awareness and Cultural Diversity
- System Analysis & Design
- Python Programming
- Mathematical Concepts for Computing
- Operating Systems & Computer Architecture
- Introduction to Networking
- Introduction to Databases
- Introduction to C Programming
Specialized modules
- Fundamentals of Web Design and Development
Degree level 2
A broader range of skills will be learned, in which students will gain a better understanding of frameworks and planning techniques for the strategic management of information systems, programming languages and techniques, and further analysis and design skills. We will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace.
Common modules
- Object-Oriented Development with Java
- System Development Methods
- Programming for Data Analysis
- Creativity & Innovation
- Research Methods for Computing and Technology
Specialized modules
- Mobile & Wireless Technology
- Web Applications
- Integrated Business Processes with SAP ERP Systems
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Probability & Statistical Modelling
- System & Network Administration
- Data Centre Infrastructure
Internship (16 weeks)
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
Degree level 3
Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in a broad range of information technologies and to refine their personal and professional development. Students will enhance their programming skills and move further into the areas of cloud computing and big data. A final year project requires them to investigate and develop a solution for a real-world problem - they will demonstrate their ability to combine technical knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills to produce a personal achievement portfolio.
Common modules
- Innovation Management & New Product Development
- Project Management
Specialized and options modules
- Mobile & Web Multimedia
- Advanced Database Systems
- Cloud Infrastructure & Services
- Computer Systems Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Investigations in Information Technology
- Information Technology Project
Elective modules (choose 2)
- Internet of Things: Concepts & Applications OR Distributed Computer Systems OR Blockchain Development
- Designing & Developing Applications on Cloud OR Knowledge Discovery & Big Data Analytics
MQA compulsory subjects*
- Ethnic Relations (M’sian Students)
- Islamic & Asian Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Malaysian Studies (Int’l Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Workplace Professional Communication Skills
- Employee & Employment Trends
- Co-Curriculum
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career options
- Systems Analyst
- IT Executive
- IT Consultant
- Information Systems Analyst
- Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Technical Support Manager
- IT Sales Manager
- IT Application Developer
- IT Auditor
- IT Project Manager
- IT Helpdesk Manager
- System Administrator
- Systems Consultant