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Course Overview

This programme equips students with in-depth knowledge of computer science and data analytics, preparing them to solve real-world problems through advanced programming, statistical modelling, and business analytics tools. APU graduates will also receive a joint professional certificate from SAS.

Achievement

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme, SAS Joint Professional Certificate in Computer Science and Data Analytics

Curriculum

Level 1

• Introduction to Networking
• Systems Software and Computing Concepts
• Introduction to Databases
• Python Programming
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Integrated Computer Systems
• Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
• Digital Thinking and Innovation
• Mathematical Concepts for Computing
• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
• Introduction to C Programming

Level 2

• Innovation Process
• Research Methods for Computing and Technology
• Systems and Network Administration
• System Development Methods
• Object Oriented Development with Java
• Web Applications
• Concurrent Programming
• Computer Systems Low Level Technique
• Data Structures
• Probability and Statistical Modelling
• Data Management
• Data Mining and Predictive Modelling 

Level 3

• Venture Building
• Project Management
• Investigations in Data Analytics
• Algorithmics
• User Experience
• Advanced Database Systems
• Text Analytics and Sentiment Analysis
• Behavioural Science and Marketing Analytics
• Database Security
• Optimization and Deep Learning
• Project in Data Analytics

Internship (16 weeks)
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

STPM

• 2 Passes in STPM in Science stream with minimum Grade C (GPA 2.0) in Mathematics and one Science or ICT Subject.

  OR

• 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM.

  OR

• 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a credit in Mathematics and any one Science or ICT subjects at SPM. 

Note: Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

A-Level

• 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level in Science stream with a Pass in Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject.

  OR

• 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent.

  OR

• 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level with a Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT subjects at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent.

  
  *Overseas qualification that are equivalent to 12th Grade/A Level/HSC are accepted.

Note: Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

UEC

• 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subject including Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject.
• 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subject including Additional Mathematics.
• 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects with Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT Subject at SPM or equivalent.

Note: Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

Matriculation/ Foundation

• A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent.

Note: The requirement for the Additional Mathematics can be exempted if the Matriculation or Foundation offers Mathematics module which is equivalent or higher requirement than the Additional Mathematics at SPM level.

    OR
 

• A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 and a Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT subject at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent.

Note: Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

ICT Related Diplomas

• Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50.

Note: Student with CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board.

Note: Students who do not have a Credit in Additional Mathematics in SPM/O-Level/IGCSE but have an acceptable achievement in Mathematics related subjects during the Foundation which may be equivalent to SPM/O-Level/IGCSE Additional Mathematics, can be accepted into Degree Programmes. Students can be given preferential entry for ICT related subject in SPM/O-Level/ IGCSE.

Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.     

The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).   
 

English Requirements

International Students

• IELTS : 5.0
• TOEFL IBT : 40
• Pearson (PTE) : 47
• MUET : Band 3.5

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Career Prospects

• Data Scientist
• Data Analyst
• Machine Learning Scientist
• Business Intelligence Developer
• Data Engineer
• Analytics Manager