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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Digital Transformation
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APU-DMU DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMME | |
MORE THAN JUST AN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEGREE
APU's Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Digital Transformation 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 (GP 2.0) in any subject with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM. |
A-LEVEL | • 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. |
OTHER DIPLOMAS | • Diploma in Science, Technology or Business studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and with Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE or its equivalent, can be admitted subject to rigorous assessment conducted by APU. |
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| ICT RELATED DIPLOMAS | • Diploma in Computing related areas with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer is subject to approval by the APU Academic Board. |
A 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:
- A broad range of digital technologies and platforms for digital business transformation and nurture digital leaders or entrepreneurs for the future economic.
- Necessary knowledge and contents on the most in-demand skills in digital leadership, namely digital transformation, marketing, analytics, finance and execution.
| 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. Some specialised modules will provide the basic knowledge of digital technologies. 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 solid grounding in the general technical aspects of digital technologies and platforms for digital business transformation. They will gain better understanding, and skills on how digital technologies and business models are radically changing competitive dynamics across industries.
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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 |
Level 3 focuses on the broad theoretical foundation for understanding contemporary phenomena, provides methods and techniques for analysing the implications of digitalisation, and supports students in developing practical skills to deal with change in complex environments.
Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of business information technologies and to refine their personal and professional development. A final year project requires them to investigate and develop a solution for a real world finance business 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
Graduates will be prepared for a career that extends for beyond traditional positions in consulting and corporate IT Departments. As digitisation enters ever more spheres of society, the potential is there for jobs to be created for specific situations. Graduate may take up a career in:
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COURSE FEES
Malaysian Students | International Students |
Year 1: RM 31,700 | Year 1: RM 32,000 (USD 8,000) |
* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
MQA ACCREDITATION
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(R2/0611/6/0038)(08/25)(A6210) |
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