Raffles University ยท Malaysia

Diploma in Information Technology

Campus Diploma Full Time
Delivery
Campus
Study mode
Full Time
Level
Diploma
Starts
Fall, Spring

Introduction

Diploma in Information Technology is a Diploma program taught at Raffles University, Malaysia. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.

The Diploma in Information Technology at Raffles University is designed to build fundamental IT knowledge, practical application, and problem-solving skills. Students develop the ability to apply IT knowledge and skills to analyse, design, and develop information technology solutions. The programme is supported by instruction across areas such as computer programming, system analysis and design, databases, operating systems, and computer security.

Learning includes a participation industry project and a project showcase. The programme includes taught by industry experts and covers core topics including principles of computer programming, statistics, computer organisation and architecture, discrete mathematics, operating systems, databases, calculus and algebra, and data communications. Students also take courses such as computer security and object oriented programming, and additional modules and electives across later study.

Modules

  • Principles of Computer Programming
  • Statistics
  • Computer Organisation and Architecture
  • System Analysis and Design
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Operating Systems
  • Databases
  • Calculus and Algebra
  • Data Communications
  • Computer Security
  • Information Technology Essentials
  • Object Oriented Programming

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Diploma in Information Technology at Raffles University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by Raffles University.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Raffles University as pre-requiste for admission in Diploma in Information Technology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

  • SPM: Pass with at least 3 Credits in any subjects inclusive of Mathematics or equivalent
  • O-level: minimum 3 Credits(C) including Mathematics
  • UEC: Pass with a minimum of Grade B in at least three (3) subjects inclusive of Mathematics
  • STPM: Pass with a minimum of Grade C (CGPA 2.0) AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent
  • A-level: Pass with 1 subject (D) AND Credit (C) in Mathematics at SPM level
  • STAM: Pass with a minimum Maqbul AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent
  • SKM Level 3: Pass in related field (Candidates without Mathematics can be admitted subject to a thorough rigorous assessment)
  • Certificate (MQF Level 3) in related field: minimum CPGA 2.00
  • Other relevant and equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.

Candidates can be admitted if their admission qualification contains Mathematics subject (s) equivalent to Mathematics at the SPM level. Those without a pass in Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent can be admitted but required to take and pass the reinforcement Mathematics subject. The reinforcement Mathematics subject must be offered in the first semester or before enrolment with unconditional offer. [Not Applicable to International Candidates]

INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENT: IELTS: 4.0

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Courses Units

More Information

  • Data Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Software Developer
  • Application Developer
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Digital Transformation Specialists
  • Systems Administrator
  • Applications Programmer

Scholarships

11 fully funded scholarships are listed for Malaysia. See Malaysia scholarships.