Diploma in Information & Communication Technology (Data Informatics)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
2 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
Tuition Fees
RM49,200
Course Highlights
- Designed to provide you with the skills to prepare for a career in the ICT environments with emphasis on solutions design, software development, technology infrastructure support and data informatics application
- Develop your intellectual skills, communication ability and teamwork capability
- Gain an appreciation of the proven principles and techniques to the development and support of software systems in commercial organisations
- Ranked top 2% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2026
Course Structure
Semester 1:
- Academic Research Skills
- Computer Architecture
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Mathematics and Statistics for Computing
Semester 2:
- Operating Systems
- Database Management
- Information Systems with Cloud Concepts
- Programming with Python
Semester 3:
- Object Oriented Programming
- Algebra and Discrete Mathematics
- System Analysis & Design
- Introduction to Data Analytics
Semester 4:
- Responsive Web Design & Development
- Behavioural Science and Marketing Analytics
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Exploratory Data Analytics and Visualisation
Semester 5:
- Cyber Security & Forensics
- Introduction to Al
- Networking Technologies
- Capstone Project
Semester 6:
- Internship (12 weeks)
Entry Requirements
- SPM: 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics (#), with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
- IGCSE/O-LEVELS: 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/O-LEVELS including Mathematics (#);
- UEC: 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics (#);
- CERTIFICATE: Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent;
- A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
Note:
- (#)Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in SPM/IGCSE/O-Levels or equivalent will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM49,200
Other miscellaneous fees
RM1,300
Discounts & scholarships
-RM800
Total payable amount
RM49,700
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Other savings
Up to RM7,380