APU: BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering

Course Highlights

Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University, UK, and one from APU
Among the first universities in Malaysia awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the MDEC and MOHE
Rated number 1 in Asia and Malaysia for Multicultural Learning Experience
Ranked top 2.2% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2024

Course Structure

Year 1

Common Modules:

Digital Thinking and Innovation
Intercultural Awareness and Cultural Diversity
System Analysis & Design
Programming with Python
Mathematical Concepts for Computing
Operating Systems & Computer Architecture
Introduction to Networking
Introduction to Databases
Fundamental of Entrepreneurship

Specialised Modules:

Introduction to Object Oriented Programming

Elective (Choose 1):

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Fundamentals of Web Design & Development

Year 2

Common Modules:

Object Oriented Development with Java
System Development Methods
Programming for Data Analysis
Innovation Process
Research Methods for Computing and Technology

Specialised Modules:

Electives (Choose 1):

Concurrent Programming
Further Web Design & Development
-Mobile App Engineering

Internship (16 weeks)

Year 3

Common Modules:

Venture Building
Project Management

Specialised Modules:

Advanced Programming Language Concepts
Algorithmics
Design Patterns
Software Quality Engineering
Designing & Developing Applications on Cloud
Investigations in Software Engineering
Software Engineering Project

Elevtives (Choose 2):

Distributed Computer Systems OR Enterprise Programming for Distributed Applications OR Blockchain Development
Advanced Database Systems OR HCI &Usability OR Optimisation and Deep Learning

Entry Requirements

Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree:

STPM:
- 2 Passes in Science stream with minimum Grade C (GPA 2.0) in Mathematics and one Science or ICT Subject. OR
- 2 Passes with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM. OR
- 2 Passes with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a credit in Mathematics and any one Science or ICT subjects at SPM. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.
A Level:
- 2 Passes in Science stream with a Pass in Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject. OR
- 2 Passes with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O Level or equivalent. OR
- 2 Passes with a Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT subjects at SPM/O Level/IGCSE or equivalent. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.
UEC:
- 5 Grade B Passes in Science Stream in any subject including Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject. OR
- 5 Grade B Passes in any subject including Additional Mathematics. OR
- 5 Grade B Passes in any subjects with Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT Subject at SPM or equivalent. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.
Matriculation/Foundation:
- A pass with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O Level or its equivalent.
- Note: The requirement for the Additional Mathematics can be exempted if the Matriculation or Foundation offers Mathematics module which is equivalent or higher requirement than the Additional Mathematics at SPM level. OR A pass with minimum CGPA of 2.0 and a Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT subject at SPM/IGCSE/O Level or its equivalent. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree:

Diploma or equivalent: 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.

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