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MSc in Software Engineering

R/0612/7/0002)(02/27)(MQA/FA8836)

Course Information

Mode: Onsite
Duration: Full-time: 1+ year, Part-time: 2 years and 6 months
Intakes:

FT:13 April 2026, 03 August 2026

PT: 03 April 2026, 12 June 2026, 21 August 2026

Type: Flexible Full-time/Part-time Mode
Conducted in Malaysia: Yes
Level of Study: Masters Degree Level
Field of Study: Computing & IT
Faculty: School of Computing
Awarding Country: Malaysia
Fees: RM34,800 / RM38,800 (international)

Course Overview

This programme is designed to provide students with professional development opportunities in software engineering, equipping them with skills to undertake and manage large-scale software development projects and to contribute to high quality, secure, and reliable software systems. It enhances practical knowledge and strategic insights in computing to give graduates a competitive edge in the global IT industry.

Achievement

APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme

Curriculum

This programme comprises 10 coursework modules and a Project. 


There are 7 compulsory Core Modules (including Research Methodology module) and you will have to choose 3 elective modules from those listed.


Pre-Requisite Modules (for non-computing students) 
Duration: 1 month (Full-time) / 2 months (Part-time)
 

  • Programming in Python
  • Database for Data Science
  • Systems Development Methods


Core Modules

 

  • Managing Software Development Projects
  • Reliability Management
  • Object Oriented Software Systems Engineering
  • Software Engineering Support Environments
  • Software Quality Engineering
  • Security Technologies
  • Research Methodology in Computing and Engineering
  • Project Paper


Elective Modules (Choose 3)*
 

  • Internet Applications
  • Network Design & Performance
  • Data Management
  • Big Data Analytics and Technologies
  • Natural Language Processing

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.


Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
 

English Requirements

International Students

  • IELTS : 5.5
     

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Career Prospects

  • Project Manager
  • Software Architect
  • Senior Software Developer
  • Solutions Architect
  • Software Engineer
  • Software Consultant
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
  • Development Manager
  • Senior System Designer
  • Application Engineer
  • Software Test Engineer
  • Software Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist
  • R&D Specialist
  • Senior Technical Lead
  • Product Specialist
  • All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.

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