BSc (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Network Computing

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

PROGRAMME OUTLINE
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This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:

• Familiarity with a broad range of information technologies and how they are used.
• A specialised and focused emphasis on data communications and networking technologies.
• The skills and knowledge required to develop and critically evaluate network architectures and networked computing applications.

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 them 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.

A broader range of skills will be learnt, in which students will gain a better understanding of network architectures and networked computing applications. They will gain solid understanding of programming skills needed in systems administration, network technologies, network design, and systems security. They will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace.

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.

Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of network computing and to refine their personal and professional development. Students will move further into in-depth understanding of network computing components, environments and techniques in appreciation of relevant issues. 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.

AWS ACADEMY MEMBER INSTITUTION

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most broadly adopted cloud platform offering several fully featured services from data centers globally. As an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy member institution, Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation offers the AWS Academy cloud computing curriculum through its multi-disciplinary IT degree options that prepares students to pursue careers in the fast-growing cloud computing space and industry-recognized AWS Certifications.

The AWS Academy curriculum is developed and maintained by AWS subject matter experts, ensuring that it reflects current services and up-to-date best practices. Courses are taught by AWS Academy-accredited educators who are trained by AWS to help students become proficient in AWS technology.

The rapid rise of computing is creating a growing number of high-quality jobs at organizations around the world, and the technical skills that students develop through this program will position them well for their careers today and in the future.

CISCO CCNA CERTIFICATION

Cisco is the worldwide leader in IT and networking. Achieving CISCO CCNA certification is the first step in preparing for a career in IT technologies. To earn CCNA certification, you pass one exam that covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers, based on the latest networking technologies, software development skills, and job roles.

The undergraduate APU students who enlist under this programme, will get an opportunity to get the CISCO CCNA certification which follows CCNA v7 prospectus. There are 4 modules under this programme that were designed following CCNA syllabus. This giving benefits to students as they have access to various resources and simulation software through the learning platform to facilitate their learning. As a CISCO Academy partner, APU had a dedicated CISCO lab with all CISCO devices. This facility is provided to ensure our students are exposed to the real physical configuration of network devices such as routers and switches in their lab sessions at level 2 and level 3 of their undergraduate program. With the best facility and skilled certified instructors, the students should be fully ready to sit for their CCNA certification exam during their final semester of undergraduate study.

CAREER OPTIONS

COURSE FEES

​* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.

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