Diploma in Information & Communication Technology (Software Engineering)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

2 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

May, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM50,800

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Course Highlights

Progress seamlessly to Level 2 of APU degree programmes in computing, software engineering and cyber security upon meeting the CGPA and credit transfer requirements
A focused diploma in ICT with a specialism in Software Engineering, equipping you with practical skills for system design, software development and technology solutions.
Gain a strong foundation in commercial software systems while developing critical, independent, and collaborative skills for a fast-evolving tech industry
Build industry-ready software engineering skills through hands-on development, solution design, and real-world ICT applications

Course Structure

Overview

Semester 1:

Information Systems
Computer Architecture
Internet Applications
Mathematics and Statistics for Computing

Semester 2:

Operating Systems
System Analysis and Design
Programming with Python

Semester 3:

Object Oriented Programming
Networking Technologies
Database Management

Semester 4:

Responsive Web Design & Development
Introduction to Software Engineering
Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Algebra and Discrete Mathematics

Semester 5:

Cyber Security & Forensics
Cloud Computing Principles

Elective Modules

Introduction to AI
DevOps and Low Code Development

Semester 6

Capstone Project
Fundamentals of UI/UX Design
Advanced Networking

Internship (12 weeks)

Note: *In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-curricular activities.

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);
- *Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in SPM will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.
IGCSE/O-Levels:
- 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels including Mathematics*;
- *Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in IGCSE/O-Level will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.
UEC:
- 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics*;
- *Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in UEC will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.
Certificate: Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent; OR
A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.