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Overview
Rapid advances in technology have enabled computers to keep getting smaller, faster and more powerful each day. To accommodate the accelerating shift from desktop to mobile, this programme is offering comprehensive knowledge and practical skills needed to develop sophisticated mobile applications but with a complementary focus on network design and implementation. By the end of your study, you will have discovered the far-reaching influence of computing technology and the possible contributions you may make to advance the industry.
* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2022. (Source: ge.mohe.gov.my/)
Programme Details
In the first year, you will be introduced to and learn skills in computing, programming, communication, principles of networking and marketing. You will work with fundamental computer-based systems components, and use these for experiments throughout the course.
In the second year, you will develop your networking knowledge and skills, which will enable you to implement, exploit and manage complex systems. You will study the technology of wireless communication which is beginning to appear in all manner of products and be able to design and improve mobile computing products to achieve a specific function. You will have access to a lab where you can design and configure systems with a range of network technologies. You will undertake group work to develop your skills in working with others on an integrative technical project.
The final year combines all your knowledge in mobile computing technology and mobile computing applications, to enable you to manage the complete design of mobile computing systems. You will learn how to manage and optimize networks through the use of advanced design and simulation software, complemented with options in network security or multimedia.
Assessments
Coursework percentage and written examination percentage. This programme provides students with relevant, interesting, stimulating and practical experience via a variety of teaching and practical techniques. Different dynamic learning processes are employed in the delivery of this programme, such as lectures, tutorials, computer lab work, team-based project, real life system development, presentations, independent projects supervised by supervisors from university lecturers or industry experts. The learning is very much practical oriented.
Academic Requirements
UCSI Foundation year
CGPA of 2.0, and credit (C) in Additional Mathematics or credit (C) in Mathematics and one of the Science, Technology or Engineering subjects at SPM level.
STPM
(Science stream) CGPA of 2.0 and Credit (C ) in Mathematics and one Science/ICT
(Non-science stream) CGPA of 2.0 and Credit (C ) in Additional Mathematics or Mathematics and STEM subject at SPM/O level
A-Level
(Science stream) Minimum (D) in Mathematics and one Science/ICT
(Non-science stream) Minimum D in any 2 subjects and Credit (C ) in Additional Mathematics or Mathematics and STEM subject at SPM/O level
UEC
Minimum 5 credits (B6), including Additional Mathematics
National Matriculation
CGPA of 2.0, and credit (C) in Additional Mathematics or credit (C) in Mathematics and one of the Science, Technology or Engineering subjects at SPM level.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26 points in 6 subjects, inclusive minimum Credit (C) in Additional Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
Canadian Pre-U
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects, inclusive of minimum 60% score in Mathematics and minimum Credit (C) in Additional Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
AUSMAT/HSC/SACE/TEE/WACE/SAM
Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects, inclusive of minimum 60% score in Mathematics and minimum Credit (C) in Additional Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
Australian Year 12
Credit (C ) in Mathematics and Science subject
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum overall average of 60% inclusive of minimum 60% score in Additional Mathematics
Diploma programmes (Computing and ICT-related diploma)
CGPA 2.5
Note (Source: Surat Pekeliling MQA Bil 1/2016):
1. The terms of credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level for the candidate with STPM, STAM, Diploma or Matriculation/Foundation qualification can be exempted if the candidate obtained Mathematics and its achievement is equivalent or higher than the required credit of Additional Mathematics at the SPM level.
Note / Legend:
Discretion is given to the Head of School to deal with applicants who have results borderline to the Academic Requirements.
SPM Credit – 'A+' to 'C'O-Level – 'A' to 'C'
UEC Credit – 'A1' to 'B6'
STPM principal – 'A' to 'C'
A-Level principal – 'A' to 'E'
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
MUET
Band 3SPM English Language
Grade B+SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade CUEC English Language
Grade A2- In the event that the English Language Requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the undergraduate programme.
For International Students
IELTS
Band 5.0Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154TOEFL IBT
42Pearson Test of English
47MUET
Band 3- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
- Introduction to Programming
- Discrete Mathematics
- Computer Organisation and Architecture
- Database Management Systems
- Object-Oriented Analysis and Design
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Introduction to Internet Technologies
- University Life (MPU-U2)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 1
- Information Management for Mobile Computing
- Operating Systems
- Software Project Management
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Networking
- Mobile Commerce
- Introduction to Human Computer Interaction
- Mobile Programming
- Research Methods in Computing
- Mobile Programming for iOS
- Trends and Issues in Networking
- Cloud Computing Application System
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
Elective Course (Choose 1)
- Wireless Network Infrastructure
- Technopreneurship
- Business Systems Development Tools
- Network Programming
- Mobile Device Technology and Applications
- Mobile Application Development
- Mobile Computing and Networking Project 1
- Application Layer Programming
- Mobile Computing and Networking Project 2
- Mobile Services API Integration
- Network Security Design
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 2
- Co-Operative Placement 3
Elective Course (Choose 1)
- Wireless Communications
- Electronic Payment Systems and Security
- Web Programming
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban) - Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
All information is correct at the time of upload and UCSI University reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice.
Mobile computing grows increasingly significant in our daily lives, and this programme’s flexibility enables our graduates to pursue a specific area of interest such as operating systems or programming. As specialists in the development and delivery of mobile applications, they are able to obtain the following positions:
- Mobile Solutions Specialists
- Mobile Computing Analysts
- Mobile Application Developers
- Mobile Game Developers
- Mobile Web Developers
- Software Engineers
- Mobile Computing OS Developers
- Network Administrators
- Telecommunications Specialists
- Wireless Network Engineers
| IDP Programme | Pathway | University | Country | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science (Hons) Computer Networks | 1+2 /2+1 | Middlesex University | United Kingdom | £ 13,700 |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons) Computer System Engineering | 1+2/2+1 | Middlesex University | United Kingdom | £ 13,700 |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons) Information Technology | 2+1 | University of the West of England, Bristol | United Kingdom | £ 13,000 |
For enquiry, please contact us at [email protected] or call us at +603 9101 8880 ext 2066.
