Diploma in Computer Science (Data Science)

Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL)

Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

2.5 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, Apr, Aug

Tuition Fees

RM24,300

MCKL is a Qualifications Scotland (formerly Scottish Qualifications Authority, SQA) Approved Centre, allowing you to earn two certificates and broaden your options for future academic progression
An interdisciplinary study of computer science, mathematics and statistics to harness vital information from big data for decision making
You will earn badges from SAS and AWS, world-leading tech companies, to showcase your Data Analytics and Cloud Computing skills upon completing this programme
With MCKL's partner universities, you will have the flexibility to route your degree into different majors such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Game Development and more, giving you the freedom to specialise in your chosen field

SPM: Min. 3 credits including Mathematics and a pass in Bahasa Melayu and Sejarah (History)
O Level/IGCSE: Min. 3 credits including Mathematics
UEC: Min. 3Bs including Mathematics
STPM: Min. a Grade C in any subjects and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent
Other Qualifications: Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) or Malaysian Government will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Notes:

Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at SPM level (or Mathematics equivalent to SPM) and without a Mathematics subject in their admission qualification need to take and pass the reinforcement Mathematics subject that is equivalent to the SPM level. The reinforcement Mathematics subject must be offered in the first semester or before enrolment with an unconditional offer.
Candidates with a credit in Computing-related subject(s) at the SPM level (or equivalent to SPM level) may be given preferential consideration.

International Students

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** Uses SAS content and software.

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Note:

*MPU: The Ministry of Education (MOE) requires all students to take Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU) (i.e. General Studies) within the duration of their studies. MCKL established a series of subjects that different programmes need to implement for all students to meet the Ministry’s requirements. Subjects will differ depending on the institution and the level of studies of the student.