BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jul, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM104,600

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Course Highlights

Develop expertise in designing, building and maintaining large-scale and complex software systems using industry-standard tools, languages and methodologies
Gain a deep understanding of software architecture, lifecycle, testing, documentation and maintainability to ensure high-quality, mission-critical applications
Apply theoretical knowledge through practical projects and a final-year capstone project, enhancing problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills
Build professional and personal skills, including creativity, innovation, collaboration and independent learning, preparing for diverse roles in software development and engineering

Course Structure

Year 1

LEVEL 1

Common Modules

Specialised Modules

Digital Thinking and Innovation
Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
Mathematical Concepts for Computing

Elective Modules (Choose 1)

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Fundamentals of Web Design & Development

Year 2

LEVEL 2

Common Modules

Innovation Process
Research Methods for Computing and Technology

Specialised Modules

Elective Modules (Choose 1)

Concurrent Programming
Further Web Design & Development
Mobile App Engineering

INTERNSHIP (16 weeks)

Year 3

LEVEL 3

Common Modules

Venture Building
Development and Operations

Specialised Modules

Investigations in Software Engineering
Project Management
Design Patterns
Software Quality Engineering
User Experience
Project in Software Engineering
Designing and Developing Applications on Cloud

Elective Modules (Choose 2)

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

Entry Requirements

DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF 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.
A Level (#):
- 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in Science stream with a Pass in Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject OR
- 2 Passes (Grade A-D) with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O Level or equivalent OR
- 2 Passes (Grade A-D) with a Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT subjects at SPM/O Level/IGCSE or equivalent.
- Overseas qualification that are equivalent to 12th Grade/A Level/HSC are accepted.
UEC(#):
- 5 Grade B Passes in Science Stream in any subject including Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject.
- 5 Grade B Passes in any subject including Additional Mathematics.
- 5 Grade B Passes in any subjects with Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT Subject at SPM or equivalent.
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 in Matriculation or Foundation studies 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 DEGREE

ICT Related Diplomas:
- Diploma in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Student with a CGPA above 2.0 but below 2.50 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board.
- Any Diploma in Science and Technology with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. Student with a CGPA below 2.75 but more than 2.50 can be accepted subject to a thorough rigorous assessment.

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