Why study Computer Science?
Data Science is playing a more integral role in our daily lives as more and more companies gather and use data to create new value in business models and customer experiences. This course will ensure that students receive fundamental knowledge in computer science, analytical methods relevant to modern applications which require large-scale data analysis as well as concepts and techniques of data science. It also prepares students to be effective members of the workforce by enhancing their analytical and problem solving skills.
Programme Objectives
The programme should prepare graduates who will:
- Have knowledge of algorithms, software methods and current programming languages in data science;
- Have the ability to analyse, design and develop computer applications to solve problems;
- Have the ability to assist in the development of systematic models; and
- Have the skills to adhere to standard process-oriented methodologies and procedures for producing high-quality software on time and within a budget.
Professional Accreditation – SAS . USA
Programme Units
| Core Units | Specialisation in data science |
| Calculus and Algebra | Introduction to Big Data Technology |
| Introduction to Programming | Introduction to Data Science |
| Fundamental of Computing | Data Mining |
| Discrete Mathematics | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence |
| Business English | Data Analytics |
| Statistics and Numerical Analysis | Natural Language Processing |
| Database System | Data Visualisation |
| System Analysis and Design | Internet of Things for Data Science |
| Object Oriented Programming | |
| Business Communication | ** MPU Subjects are compulsory for all students |
| Project and Software Development | |
| Business Information Systems | |
| Community Service Project | |
| Ethics/Legal and Organisational Issues | |
| Internship | |
| Final Year Project |
What sort of career opportunities will our graduates get?
Graduates can seek various career opportunities at executive levels like business analyst, system analyst, market analyst, business intelligence analyst, operation analyst and statistician in professional firms and organisations.
Entry Requirement for Diploma in Computer Science
- Pass SPM with 3 credits including Mathematics, or
- Pass O Level with 3 credits including Mathematics or
- Pass UEC with 3 credits (grade B) in any subject including Mathematics or
- Possess SKM level 3 in a related field and a pass in SPM with a minimum of 1 credit in any subject with credit in Mathematics or
- Pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) or its equivalent, with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.0) in any subject