Diploma in Information Technology

Course Overview

At HELP University, the IT programmes are designed to equip students with up-to-date expertise in corporate information systems, internet and interactive media, mobile communications technologies, computer systems and networking, and software engineering. Students are trained to gain technical knowledge and skills. The programmes also prepare the students to assume their place in the demanding Information Technology industry.

The Diploma in Information Technology encompasses a thorough grounding in the fundamental skills as well as providing a theoretical understanding which is vital for an IT graduate. Students will be exposed to JAVA programming, VB.net, HTML, J2ME, Java Scripting as well as networking and business communication. Lifelong learning skills are integrated into the Level One units with emphasis on critical thinking skills and personal excellence. They are also taught communication and personal skills to enable them to interact effectively in the demanding workforce.

Curriculum

Course Listing (Year 1)

8 Compulsory Courses

• Introduction to Visual Programming
• English for IT
• Introduction to Analysis and Design
• Computer Technology Essentials
• Introduction to Computer Architecture
• Programming Principles
• Fundamentals of Web Development
• Computing Mathematics

Course Listing (Year 2)

9 Compulsory Courses

• Business Communications
• Database Concepts and Practices
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Networking and Data Communications
• Fundamentals of Operating Systems
• IT Mini Project
• User Interface Design
• Advanced Web Development
• Industrial Internship

Elective Courses (Choose 2)

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  • Calculus and Linear Algebra
  • Interactive Media Applications
  • Fundamentals of Data Analytics
  • Mobile App Development
  • Organisations and Management

Principles of Marketing

Course Listing (MPU)

4 COMPULSORY MPU COURSES

MPU1

• MPU2163 Pengajian Malaysia 2 (Malaysian students)
• MPU2133 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International students)

MPU2 (CHOOSE 1)

• MPU2213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A (for Malaysian students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
• MPU2263 Communication I

MPU3

• MPU2313 Introduction to Malaysian Tourism

MPU4 (CHOOSE 1)

• MPU2412 Co-curriculum (Sports 1)
• MPU2422 Co-curriculum (Community Service 1)
• MPU2432 Co-curriculum (Event Management 1)

Entry Requirements

1. Possess SPM with at least THREE (3) credits in any subjects (inclusive of Mathematics or anyequivalent qualification); OR
2. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum grade of C [Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) 2.00] in any subject or equivalent qualification and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent;OR
3. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul (Pass) and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
4. Possess SKM Level 3 and a credit inMathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
5. A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in any qualificationwith at least a CGPA of 2.00; OR
6. A pass in any qualification equivalent tocertificate (Level 3, MQF); OR
7. Other relevant & equivalent qualificationsrecognised by the Malaysian Government.

Notes:

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  • Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at an SPM level or its equivalent may be admitted if the certificate programme contains subjects in Mathematics that are equivalent to Mathematics at SPM level.
  • Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at SPM level and without a related certificate need to take a reinforcement Mathematics subject with appropriate topics in the discipline of Computing at the beginning of the study.
  • Candidate with a credit in a Computing-related subject at SPM level or its equivalent may be given preferential consideration.

Career Prospects

• Computer Support
• IT Support Technician
• Desktop Support
• IT Associate
• Network administrator
• Systems Administrator
• Programmer
• Network Implementation Technician
• Systems Analyst
• Computer Network Architects
• Software Development
• Software Engineer
• Web Development

Study Abroad Pathway

Credit Transfer Programmes - Australia & New Zealand (February & July Intakes)

THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 1.5 years at The University of Queensland (Bachelor of Information Technology) or 2 years at The University of Queensland (Bachelor of Computer Science)

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 1.5 years at the University of Technology Sydney (Bachelor of Science in Information Technology)

THE EASTERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (NZ)

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 1.5 years at the Eastern Institute of Technology (Bachelor of Computing Systems)

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY (MQ)

2 years HELP Diploma in Information Technology + 2 years MQ Bachelor of Information Technology, major in

• Cyber Security
• Data Science
• Information Systems and Business Analysis
• Software Technology
• Web and Mobile App Development

2 years HELP Diploma in Information Technology + 2 years MQ Bachelor of Cyber Security

Credit Transfer Programmes - United Kingdom (September Intakes)

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 2 years at the University of Essex (BSc Information & Communication Technology / BSc Computer Games / BSc Computer Science)

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 2 years at University of the West of England (BSc (Hons) Software Engineering for Business / BSc (Hons) Business Computing / BSc (Hons) IT Management for Business.

Credit Transfer Programmes - China (September Intake)

BEIJING JIAOTONG UNIVERSITY

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 2 years at the Beijing JiaoTong University (Bachelor of Software Engineering)