Diploma in Software Engineering
Diploma in Software Engineering
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Programme Overview
The Diploma in Software Engineering programme equips students with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to design, develop, and maintain reliable software systems through training in programming, software design, databases, operating systems, computer networks, software testing, quality assurance, cybersecurity, and project management, while also emphasizing professional practice and ethics in computing. Students strengthen their analytical skills with supporting courses such as calculus, discrete mathematics, and probability and statistics, and gain practical exposure through hands-on projects and a 20-week industrial training, ensuring they are well-prepared for careers in software development, quality assurance, and IT support, or for progression to degree-level studies.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Programme Outline
Problem Solving and Programming
Problem Solving and Programming
Software Engineering
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Calculus and Algebra
Systems Analysis and Design
Software Requirement
Database Development and Applications
Computer Architecture
Object-Oriented Programming Techniques
Software Design
Probability and Statistics
Fundamentals of Computer Networks
Operating Systems
Software Testing
Software Quality
Mini Project
Discrete Mathematics
Ethics in Computing
Professional Practice
Software Security and Safety
Software Project Management
Industrial Training (5 months)
Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:
English for Tertiary Studies, Academic English, Bahasa Kebangsaan A/ Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism , Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban, Integrity and Anti Corruption, Co-curricular
Academic Progression
Graduates may be admitted into Year 2 of:
Career Prospects
Junior Programmers
Junior Systems Analysts
Junior SAP Support Consultants
Junior IT Support Executives
Junior IT Executives
Fees & Financial Aid
Estimated Total Fees : RM19,300 (Malaysian Student), RM44,600 (International Student)
The estimated total fees may vary by 10%
Note: Estimated fees for International Students are inclusive of 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST).
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Merit Scholarship
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Other Scholarship
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Financial Aid
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