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Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer and Network Technology

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Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer and Network Technology

Programme Information

Qualification

Degree

Duration

3 Years

Intake

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

RM 63908

Overseas Program

Available

Location

Penang

Overview

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer and Network Technology degree program is designed to provide a challenging program for students to demonstrate their full potential in respect to computer networking, software development and computer hardware in the context of modern digital communication systems. This degree is validated by a leading UK university and upon successful completion of the program graduates are awarded two degree certificates. The courses offered cover a wide range of topics including object-oriented programming, network programming and computational mathematics, computer data networks using languages and tools such as Java, C++, UNIX, Network Simulators, Network sensor smart home environment.

Dual Award title:

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College Award

  • Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)in Computer and Network Technology

University of Lincoln Award

  • BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Network Technology)

*Graduates will receive an award and transcript from both institutions

Graduates of a dual award degree program receive a degree award from both UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College and our partner university. A dual award degree program constitutes completion of a single program of study and is differentiated from a double –degree.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualification
STPM :
Single Award
2 Principal Passes in any 2 subjects and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

  1. Additional Mathematics or;
  2. Mathematics and any 1 subject in Science, Technology or Engineering

OR
2 Principal Passes (Science Stream) in 1 Mathematics subject and 1 subject in Science/ICT.

Dual Award
2 C in any 2 subjects and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

  1. Additional Mathematics or;
  2. Mathematics and any 1 subject in Science, Technology or Engineering

OR
2 Principal Passes (Science Stream) with min. Grade C in 1 Mathematics subject and 1 subject in Science/ICT.

GCE A Levels :
Single Award
2 Principal Passes in any 2 subjects and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

  1. Additional Mathematics; or
  2. Mathematics and any one subject in Science, Technology or Engineering

Dual Award
2 Principal Passes (CC) and Credit in any 2 subjects and Credit in:

  1. Additional Mathematics; or
  2. Mathematics and any one subjects in Science, Technology or Engineering at SPM level or equivalent

UEC :
5 Credits including Mathematics and Science/ICT subject

Foundation/Matriculation :
Single Award
Pass with CGPA ≥ 2.00 and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

  1. Additional Mathematics; or
  2. Mathematics and any one subjects in Science, Technology or Engineering

Dual Award
Pass with CGPA ≥ 3.00 and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

  1. Additional Mathematics; or
  2. Mathematics and any one subjects in Science, Technology or Engineering

Australian Matriculation/ Foundation :
Single Award
ATAR score of 55

Dual Award
ATAR score of 70

Diploma :
Pass with min. CGPA 2.50

English Requirement

Local Student:
Single Award
MUET Band 2

Dual Award
MUET Band 4

International Student:
Single Award
Band 5.0 in IELTS; or a min score of 42(IBT) or 410(PBT) in TOEFL; or Cambridge English CAE & CPE (from 2015) (154); or PTE Academic (47)

Dual Award
Band 6.0 in IELTS; or a min score of 60(IBT) or 488(PBT) in TOEFL; or Cambridge English CAE & CPE (from 2015) (169); or PTE Academic (59)

Notes

If applicants score between the minimum English language standard and the required dual award standard then other listed English qualifications will be considered if they decide to pursue the dual award program:
SPM English Credit (min. C); or SPM 1119 (O-Level English) (min. C); or UEC English (min. B6); or Cambridge English 169 with no element below 162; or PTE Academic (59); or UOW Malaysia KDU English Entrance Test (73)

Course Outline

Core

YEAR 1

  • Principles of Programming
  • Computer Architecture
  • Database Systems
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Computer Networks
  • Writing and Referencing
  • Oral Communication
  • Public Speaking Skills
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Foundation of Human Computer Interaction
  • Data Structures & Algorithms
  • System Analysis and Design

YEAR 2

  • Data Communication and Networking
  • Software Engineering
  • System Fundamentals
  • Principles of Management
  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
  • Operating Systems and Concurrency
  • Introduction to Network Technology
  • Network Programming with UNIX
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Social and Current Issues in Computing
  • Sensor Networks
  • Wireless Network
  • Elective (2 subjects)

YEAR 3

  • Cyber Security
  • Individual Project 1
  • Individual Project 2
  • Routing and Switching
  • Knowledge Management
  • Distributed Computing
  • Network Design and Management
  • Industrial Training
  • Elective (1 subject)

Electives

YEAR 2

  • Introduction to Web Design
  • Data Visualisation for Web
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Computer Graphics

YEAR 3

  • Big Data Analysis
  • Ethical Hacking for Network Security

MPU

  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (International Students)
  • Pengajian Malaysia 3 (International Students)
  • Hubungan Etnik (Malaysian Students)
  • Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia (Malaysian Students)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Malaysia and Global Issues
  • Global Social Responsibility
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A*

Notes

Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory for all Malaysian students

  • without a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia.
  • without SPM Bahasa Malaysia (applicable to students from UEC, O Level, or other equivalent programs)

Programme Information

Qualification

Degree

Duration

3 Years

Intake

January, May, September

Tuition Fee

RM 63908

Overseas Program

Available

Location

Penang