School of Business and Technology

Diploma In Information Technology

(N/0611/4/0038) (08/28) (MQA/PA16545)

Duration

2 Years 6 Months

Intake

April / September / November

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About this Programme

A Diploma in Information Technology (IT) is a qualifiation that signifies a management entry- level of competency and knowledge in various aspects of IT. This diploma program typically covers topics in computer science, information systems, networking, and cybersecurity.

The programme aims to equip students with the IT knowledge, hands-on skills, and essestial basic management knowledge to prepare them to enter the IT industry with ease so they may be able to become an immediate productive worker at a supervisory level.

What Will You Learn

  • Information Technology fundamentals
  • Database management systems
  • Understanding the paradigms practiced by software developers
  • How to create, store, retrieve, and update data from a database management system
  • Develop leadership qualities
  • Management within an organization or business

Programme Introduction

Diploma in Information Technology is a 2 years and 6 months programme designed to provide students with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in information technology for a wide range of industries and organizations. The programme introduces students to essential areas of IT, including computer applications, programming, database systems, networking, cybersecurity, and digital technologies. Through a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on practice, students develop the skills needed to use, maintain, and support information systems effectively. The programme emphasizes technical competency, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and professional ethics, preparing graduates for entry-level careers in the IT industry or further studies in related fields.

Career Prospect

  • IT Technician
  • IT Engineer
  • Data miner
  • System Analyst
  • Web Developer
  • Support specialist
  • Software Support Service
  • Cybersercurity Officer

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Programme structure

  1. Principles of Information Technology
  2. Discrete Mathematics
  3. Principles of Networking
  4. English for Information Technology
  5. Principles of Management
  1. Fundamentals of System Analysis and Design
  2. Programming Concepts & Design
  3. Operating System
  4. Computer Human Interaction
  1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
  2. Communicative English/ Bahasa Kebangsaan A
  3. Malaysian Studies 2
  1. Co-Curriculum
  2. Internet Programming
  3. Computer Architecture
  4. Digital Ethics
  5. Web Page Design
  1. Data Structure
  2. Object-Oriented Programming
  3. Information Systems Security
  4. Multimedia Technology
  5. Database system
  1. Data Communication
  2. Artificial Intelligence
  3. E-Commerce
  1. Practical (Internship)

Entry Requirement

  • Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
    Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with at least credit in any three subjects inclusive of Mathematics or any equivalent qualification; OR
  • Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
    A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject or any equivalent qualification and a credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent; OR
  • Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM)
    A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul (Pass) and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
  • Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM)
    A pass in Sijil kemahiran (SKM) Level 3, and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent ; OR
  • Equivalent
    A Pass in any qualifications equivalent to Certificate (Level 3, Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent.
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