Diploma in Information Systems

Course Overview

This programme is an applied computer science programme which majors in computer science with business information systems. It aims to produce graduates with fundamental knowledge in information technology and its business related applications. It covers the theoretical and practical aspects of developing information systems, management, costing, accounting, electronic commerce, and mathematics. This programme is supported by case studies and computer laboratory assignments. In addition, students are exposed to part of the SAP curriculum like logistics and enterprise resource planning. Students will acquire practical skills in the C Language, XHTML, JavaScript, VB.NET, Microsoft Expression Web, Microsoft SQL Server, accounting software packages and be guided through the process of developing an information system.

Curriculum

• Introduction to Information Technology
• Programming Concepts and Design I
• Programming Concepts and Design II
• Principles of Information Systems
• Web Design and Development
• Windows Application Programming
• Analysis and Design of IS
• Analysis and Design of IS Case Study
• Database Development and Applications
• Managing Information Systems
• Database Application Programming
• Electronic Commerce
• Information Systems Development
• Fundamental Mathematics
• Introductory Statistics
• Management Mathematics
• Introduction to Logistics Operations
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Business Organisation and Management
• Accounting Methods I
• Accounting Methods II
• Cost Accounting
• Accounting Software Packages

Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:
English Language, English for Communication, Bahasa Kebangsaan A, Pengajian Malaysia 2, Public Speaking, English for IELTS, Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism, Co-curricular

Entry Requirements

1. SPM - 3 Credits in the relevant subjects
2. Level - 3 Grade C in the relevant subjects
3. UEC - 3 Grade B in the relevant subjects
4. Certificate - Relevant Certificate accredited by MQA OR Relevant Skilled/Technical/Vocational Certificate recognised by the Malaysian Government

Compulsory subjects:

1. (1), (2) and (3) SPM Credit/ O Level Grade C in Mathematics-/ UEC Grade B in one mathematics subject
2. (1), (2) and (3) SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass)/ UEC Grade C in English Language*

*Grade C and above in AELE0364 English Language conducted by TAR UC is accepted as having fulfilled the English Language requirement for applicants who fail English Language at SPM/O Level/UEC level.

Note:

1. SPM holders must have at least a pass in Bahasa Melayu and SPM holders from Year 2013 onwards must have at least a pass in Sejarah.
2. Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of Diploma.
3. Equivalent qualifications/qualifications from other Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
4. Subject to the Ministry of Higher Education latest requirements.

Career Prospects

• Junior Programmers
• Junior Systems Analysts
• Junior SAP Support Consultants
• Junior IT Support Executives
• Junior IT Executives

Study Abroad Pathway