BSc (Hons) Computing Science

Computer scientists and software engineers are at the front of the present digital revolution, spearheading the most recent advancements in a wide range of domains, including data informatics, bioinformatics, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and healthcare.
Building reliable and practical systems for business and industry is the goal of their BSc Computing Science degree, which focuses on software development and algorithms. It's intended to assist you in creating the future generation of software tools that other system builders will utilise, in addition to examining state-of-the-art tools and methodologies. The course seeks to provide a well-rounded mix of theoretical foundations and real-world experience, heavily influenced by their academic staff's research expertise.

Any of These:

• A-Level / STPM: BBB including B in Mathematics
• UEC: 12 points or less including an A in Mathematics (5 subjects not less than a B grade)
• ATAR (WACE/SACE): ATAR 80 including B in Mathematics Method/Specialist
• Canada Year 12 High School Diploma: 80% including B in Mathematics
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: 26 points with 5 in HL Mathematics AA or AI
• Matriculation / Foundation: CGPA 3.0 (further assessment is required)
• Diploma: CGPA 3.0 including B in Mathematics (further assessment is required).
• Global College: Foundation in Business / Foundation in Science (from Heriot-Watt University Malaysia): Grade C average including B in Mathematics and C in English
• SMA 3 (Indonesia): 8.0 including 80% in Mathematics
• Year 12 State Board High School Examination (India): 70% including 70% in Mathematics
• Senior High School Graduation Certificate (China): 80% including 80% in Mathematics

Important Notes:

• Applications from individuals with a wide range of qualifications are encouraged.
• Eligibility is best determined by submitting a complete application with academic documents.
• Entry requirements are subject to change, and individual offers may vary.

English Language Requirements:

• For Non-Native English Speakers:
  • Evidence of English language ability is required.
  • Minimum IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5.
• English Language Courses:
  • Offered for those who do not meet the IELTS 6.0 requirement.

September Intake - Year 1:

• Mandatory September:
  • Mathematics for Computer Science
  • Introduction to Interaction Design
  • Software Development A
  • Software Development B
• Mandatory January:
  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Database Management Systems
  • Introduction to Software Engineering
• Optional September:
  • Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility I
  • National Language A (MPU 3212)
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
• Optional January:
  • Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility II
  • Malay Language Communication 2 (MPU 3143)
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation

September Intake - Year 2:

• Mandatory September:
  • Programming Languages
  • Data Communications and Networking
  • Foundations 1
  • Software Engineering
• Mandatory January:
  • Hardware-Software Interface
  • Foundations 2
  • Professional Development
  • Operating Systems & Concurrency
• Optional May:
  • Industrial Training
• Optional January:
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption

September Intake - Year 3:

• Mandatory September:
  • Computer Network Security
  • Research Methods & Requirements Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Agents
• Optional September:
  • Biologically Inspired Computation
  • Data Mining and Machine Learning
  • 3D Graphics and Animation
  • Intelligent Robotics
  • Statistical Modelling and Analysis
• Mandatory January:
  • Design & Implementation
  • Project Testing and Presentation
• Optional January:
  • Applied Text Analytics
  • Big Data Management
  • Distributed and Parallel Technologies
  • Data Visualisation and Analytics
  • Computer Games Programming

January Intake - Year 1:

• Mandatory January:
  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Database Management Systems
  • Software Development A
  • Software Development B
• Mandatory May:
  • Introduction to Interaction Design
  • Mathematics for Computer Science
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Introduction to Software Engineering

January Intake - Year 2:

• Mandatory September:
  • Programming Languages
  • Data Communications and Networking
  • Foundations 1
  • Software Engineering
• Mandatory January:
  • Hardware-Software Interface
  • Foundations 2
  • Operating Systems & Concurrency
  • Professional Development
• Optional May:
  • Industrial Training
• Optional September:
  • Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility I
  • National Language A (MPU 3212)
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
• Optional January:
  • Malay Language Communication 2 (MPU 3143)
  • Self-Empowerment and Social Responsibility II
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation

January Intake - Year 3:

• Mandatory September:
  • Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Agents
  • Research Methods & Requirements Engineering
  • Computer Network Security
• Optional September:
  • Biologically Inspired Computation
  • Data Mining and Machine Learning
  • 3D Graphics and Animation
  • Intelligent Robotics
  • Statistical Modelling and Analysis
• Mandatory January:
  • Design & Implementation
  • Project Testing and Presentation
• Optional January:
  • Applied Text Analytics
  • Big Data Management
  • Distributed and Parallel Technologies
  • Data Visualisation and Analytics
  • Computer Games Programming