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Learn direct from industry via syllabus & project-work

Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)

Programme Overview
(R/481/6/0467)(09/24)(MQA/FA4243)

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) programme – with the rate of growth and innovation in the computing and technology sector, demand continues to surge for skilled professionals in the field. The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) programme at IUMW has been designed with industrial orientation; the course is jointly reviewed by Industry Advisor Panels, and is based on professional curricula recommendations. These include those of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and modules embedded with components from industry such as the MDEC- Intel® AI Academy programme for Artificial Intelligence and syllabus from the Oracle Database.


Students are exposed to industry throughout the programme, including participation in national and international activities and events. We produce highly skilled graduates who are equipped with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, ready to make an impact in the competitive digital world. Stand out from the competition with the opportunity to study Oracle Foundations Associate certifications from the Oracle Academy
Direct Industry Exposure & Partnerships with:
 
  • Matriculation/Foundation CGPA 2.00 out of 4.00 AND credits in the following subject at SPM level or equivalent: i. Additional Mathematics; OR ii. Mathematics and any one (1) science or technology or engineering*
  • STPM non-science stream, Grade C (GP 2.0) in any 2 subjects AND credits in the following subject at SPM level or equivalent:
    i. Additional Mathematics; OR ii. Mathematics and any one (1) science or technology or engineering*

    *Note: Candidates without credit in Additional Mathematics must pass a Preparatory Mathematics Module in the first semester of study, before being allowed to further the second semester. The Preparatory Mathematics Module can be completed concurrently with other first semester subjects which do not rely on soundness in Additional Mathematics. The Preparatory Mathematics Module requirement can be waived if the candidate has passed any Mathematics subject with similar syllabus during Matriculation/Foundation/Diploma or its equivalent

  • STPM science stream, Grade C (GP 2.0) in any one (1) Mathematics subject and any one (1) Science/ICT subject
  • Diploma in Computer Science OR Software Engineering OR Information Technology OR Information Systems or equivalent with CGPA 2.50 out of 4.00 AND a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent. Candidates with CGPA below 2.50 but above 2.00 with a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent may be admitted subject to a rigorous internal assessment process
  • Any Diploma in science and technology, CGPA 2.50 out of 4.00 AND a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent, may be admitted subject to a rigorous internal assessment process
  • STAM Jayyid, and credits in any one (1) Mathematics subject and any one (1) Science/ICT subject
  • UEC Grade B in five (5) subjects including any one (1) Mathematics subject and any one (1) Science/ICT subject
  • A-LEVEL Pass with Grade D in two subjects with minimum Credit in Additional Mathematics at O-Level
  • Australian Matriculation ATAR 65 including Mathematics
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) 24 points across six subjects including Mathematics

    Notes:
  • The credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM/STAM/Diploma/Matriculation/Foundation level are equivalent/higher
  • Students enrolling on a Dual Award programme will be subject to the English requirements of UWTSD/UK

    English language competency requirements for international students:
  • International students are required to achieve a minimum score of 5.0 in IELTS OR Band 3 in MUET OR 500 in TOEFL OR its equivalent
  • English language requirements can be waived if the international student EITHER comes from a country that uses English as the official language OR the entry qualification uses English as the medium of instruction
Year 1
  • Programming Concepts
  • Principles of Entrepreneurship
  • Digital Computer Fundamentals
  • Introduction to Statistics
  • System Analysis and Design
  • Data Communication and Networking
  • Information Security
  • Discrete Structure
  • Professional, Ethical and Legal Aspects of Computing
  • Proficiency Skills in English
  • English for Research Writing
  • Computer Graphics
  • Communicative Malay 2 (International Students)
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Philosophy and Current Issues (Malaysian Students)
Year 2
  • Database Systems
  • Web Technology
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Data Structures
  • Distributed and Cloud Computing
  • Mobile Computing
  • Operating Systems
  • Cloud App Development
  • Automata and Theory of Computer Science
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Graphical User Interface
  • Project 1
  • English for Professional Communication
  • English for Occupational Purposes
  • Co-Curriculur
Year 3
  • Big Data Technologies
  • Data Mining and Visualisation
  • Software Engineering
  • Project 2
  • Industrial Training
Optional cross-discipline module:
  • Principles of Management
Assessments under the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) are varied, and are either based on; Full coursework (100%) or a combination of coursework (60%) and a final examination (40%). The delivery methods include lectures, tutorials, practical, research projects, seminars, industrial visits etc. Our students are expected to demonstrate their understanding through several forms of assessments, including open/closed book final examinations, practical assessments, quizzes, presentations, class participation, report-writing, mini projects, and research project with project report / viva-voce.

Students are expected to undergo six (6) semesters and one industrial training (minimum of 16 weeks), which amounts to 120 credit hours.
 
Malaysian Students: MYR54,620
 
International Students: MYR64,850
 
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    • Accredited by MQA & the Malaysia Board of Technologists
    • Gain a competitive edge by engaging with industry leaders and academic experts. 
    • Conforms to the ACM/IEEE Computing Curricula Standards for Computer Science & recognised by MNCC & SEARCC as conforming to the Seoul Accord
    • The course is embedded with components from industry such as the MDECIntel® AI Academy programme for Artificial Intelligence.

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