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APU-DMU DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMME |
MORE THAN JUST AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEGREE
APU's BSc (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Cloud Computing degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0. |
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS | |
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
STPM | • 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.0) in any subject with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM. |
A-LEVEL Overseas | • 2 Passes in A-Level and with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent. |
UEC | • 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects including Mathematics. |
FOUNDATION/ | • A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent. |
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |
ICT RELATED DIPLOMAS | • Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Note: Student with CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board. |
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | • IELTS : 5.0 |
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
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, networks and databases. Some specialised modules will provide students with basic knowledge of security and computer forensics. The modules will also help them develop personal and organisational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation.
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DEGREE LEVEL 2 |
A broader range of skills will be learnt, in which students will gain a better understanding of frameworks and planning techniques for the strategic management of organisation computing resources, along with technical skills to evaluate, design, configure and maintain shared computing infrastructure. They will gain solid understanding of the importance of enterprise systems and network administration in virtual computing environments. We will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace.
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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 the field of cloud computing and to refine their personal and professional development. Students will move further into programming skills, management and planning techniques to develop and manage cloudbased systems in organisations. 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.
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MQA COMPULSORY SUBJECTS* |
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(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.) Note: The specialism will appear only in the academic transcript. |
CAREER OPTIONS
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COURSE FEES
Malaysian Students | International Students |
Year 1: RM 28,200 | Year 1: RM 28,600 (USD 7,330) |
* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
MQA ACCREDITATION
(R2/482/6/0189)(08/25)(A6210) |