Diploma in Information Technology

DISTED College

George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

2.8 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, Apr, Aug

Tuition Fees

RM33,468

Entry Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

  • SPM: Minimum 3 credits, including Mathematics or equivalent OR
  • STPM: Minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in one subject and a credit in Mathematics (SPM or equivalent) OR
  • UEC: 3 credits (Grade B) including Mathematics OR
  • STAM: Minimum Maqbul (Pass) and a credit in Mathematics (SPM or equivalent) OR
  • SKM Level 3: Plus a credit in Mathematics (SPM or equivalent) OR
  • Certificate (MQF Level 3): Minimum CGPA 2.00 OR
  • Other equivalent Level 3 qualifications OR
  • Other relevant qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government

Additional Notes:

  • Candidates who passed Mathematics in SPM (or equivalent) can be admitted if their certificate program includes equivalent Math subjects
  • Candidates who passed Mathematics in SPM but lack a related certificate must take a reinforcement Math subject at the start of their studies
  • Candidates with a credit in a computing-related subject in SPM (or equivalent) may be given preference

Course Structure

FOUNDATION IN COMPUTING AND PROGRAMMING/CODING

  • Introduction to Programming
  • Web Technologies

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE FUNDAMENTALS

  • Introduction to Operating Systems
  • Introduction to Data Communication and Networking
  • Software Fundamentals
  • Computer Architecture

COMPUTATIONAL THINKING AND ANALYTICAL FOUNDATION

  • Discrete Structures
  • Algebra and Introductory Calculus

SKILLS FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE (MPU)

  • Academic English
  • Ethics in Computing
  • Al Fundamentals for the Digital Age
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption Course
  • Khidmat Masyarakat dan Ko-Kurikulum
  • Philosophy and Current Issues (Local)
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International)

Note: *for international students and students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu

DATA AND SYSTEM DESIGN

  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Database Organisation and Design
  • System Paradigms

EMERGING IT TRENDS AND APPLICATIONS

  • Cloud Computing Fundamentals
  • Integrated System Technology
  • Cybersecurity Fundamentals
  • Advanced Networking

CAPSTONE AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

  • Project

USER EXPERIENCE AND DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES

  • User Experience Design
  • Technopreneurship & Innovation
  • Integrated Software Development Workshop

COMPUTATIONAL THINKING AND ANALYTICAL FOUNDATION

  • Probability and Statistics

CAPSTONE AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

  • Industrial Training (Information Technology)

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM400

Tuition fees

RM33,468

Other miscellaneous fees

RM300

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM33,868

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Other savings

Up to RM27,816

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