Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer and Network Technology

Bachelor Of Computer Science (Hons) In Computer And Network Technology

Dual Award Program

Overview

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Computer and Network Technology degree program is designed to provide a challenging program for students to demonstrate their full potential in respect to computer networking, software development and computer hardware in the context of modern digital communication systems. This degree is validated by a leading UK university and upon successful completion of the program graduates are awarded two degree certificates. The courses offered cover a wide range of topics including object-oriented programming, network programming and computational mathematics, computer data networks using languages and tools such as Java, C++, UNIX, Network Simulators, Network sensor smart home environment.

Why study Computer and Network Technology?
The program offers state-of-the-art workshops and laboratories equipped with the latest industry standard technology including, networking labs that emulate the Internet using Cisco equipment, network sensor development environments that allow us to study ‘the Internet of Things’, as well as a dedicated, networked smart home environment.
Students will have experience how to cable and configure routers and switches, as well as other systems such as phones, video cameras and wireless devices. Understand how the network is used in the modern IT industry by studying the way global systems – like Google, Amazon and Facebook – operate. Practical networking experience with sound knowledge of the software running on the servers, giving you the invaluable insight employers are looking for.

This degree provides pathways to:
Postgraduate Study

This program prepares you in deeper knowledge in foundation of Computer Science to pursue a Master’s degree in the areas of Intelligent Systems, Image Processing and Computer Vision by research mode.

Career opportunities
As a graduate of a computing discipline you may work as a

Network Programmer/ Software Engineer / Network Administrator/ Network Operations Engineer/ IT support Engineer/ Network Technician

Dual Award title:

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College Award

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)in Computer and Network Technology

University of Lincoln Award

BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Network Technology)

*Graduates will receive an award and transcript from both institutions

Graduates of a dual award degree program receive a degree award from both UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College and our partner university. A dual award degree program constitutes completion of a single program of study and is differentiated from a double –degree.

Validated By:

Graduate with professional certifications
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College is collaborating with IBM Malaysia and their educational delivery partner, Teknoturf, to set up the IBM Innovation Centre for Education (ICE) to offer a series of professional certification programs. For Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Network Technology students, the professional certification program offered under IBM ICE will be a Diploma in IoT (i.e. Internet of Things). Students will complete 4 IBM modules as part of their computing bachelor degree program to receive an additional professional award from the IBM Innovation Centre.

Professional Partner:

Program information

EMPLOYABILITY
Most students who have graduated followed the Computer Science degree program go into careers in software industry, extending from small and medium companies to multinationals. A number of our graduates have continued their studies at the universities, government services and teaching professions. More than 95% employment rate within the first 6 months upon graduation. On-campus career talks and walk-in interviews are regularly conducted for graduates.

QUALIFIED EDUCATORS WITH EXPERIENCE
Our academic staff has specialized in their field area, industry experience, and research activities. They are active researchers to bring innovative talents to share with students and in classroom. Our guest lecturers from industry also provide the current trends and technology enhancement among the students. Our facilitators are involved with Peer-Assisted Learning, in which the final year students provide optional support sessions during the semesters.

GRADUATE WITH PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College is collaborating with IBM Malaysia and their delivering partner, Teknoturf, to setup IBM Innovation Centre for Education (ICE) to offer a series of professional certification programs. For Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) students, the professional certification program offered under IBM ICE will be Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Students will complete 4 IBM modules under this certification program.

INDUSTRY STANDARDS TECHNOLOGY FACILITY
Department of Computing has a wide range of software packages to support the computer science, computer games, animation, networking and business intelligence curriculum, including tools for software/apps development, mobile development, network simulations and more. There is free access to commercial software and servers to staff and students are available. The students are able to use UOW Malaysia KDU Cloud API storage to store their projects deployment.

STRONG INDUSTRY LINKAGES AND PARTNERSHIPS
Today’s cutting edge technology and competitiveness have increased globally within complex environment. To this end, the department of computing works closely with the manufacturing and software industry. It is an essential criterion in creating a robust and complete industry driven curriculum to suit the students and fit to work right after their graduation as well as increasing and taking advantage of research opportunities. The Industry Board of Department of Computing are made up of industry professionals to provide constructive feedback on our curriculum. Employers include Intel, DELL, National Instruments, Motorola, etc.

INDUSTRY-READY
UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College graduates are most wanted by the industry either for internship or immediate recruitment. 95% of our graduates are observed by the software industry within 3 months either before or after the completion of studies with UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College.

Duration

3 years

Programme Location

UOW Malaysia KDU Penang University College, George Town

Core

YEAR 1

Principles of Programming
Computer Architecture
Database Systems
Discrete Mathematics
Computer Networks
Writing and Referencing
Public Speaking Skills
Object-Oriented Programming
Foundation of Human Computer Interaction
Data Structures & Algorithms
System Analysis and Design

YEAR 2

Data Communication and Networking
Software Engineering
System Fundamentals
Principles of Management
Introduction to ArtificialIntelligence
Operating Systems and Concurrency
Introduction to Network Technology
Network Programming with UNIX
Computer Graphics
Internet of Things (IoT)
Social and Current Issues in Computing
Elective (2 subjects)

YEAR 3

Individual Project 1
Individual Project 2
Sensor Networks
Routing and Switching
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Distributed Computing
Network Design and Management
Wireless Network
Industrial Training
Elective (1 subject)

Electives

YEAR 2

Introduction to Web Design
Data Visualisation for Web
Mobile Application Development
Cyber Security

YEAR 3

Big Data Analysis
Ethical Hacking for Network Security

MPU

Local Student:

Hubungan Etnik
TITAS
Bahasa Kebangsaan A / IELTS Preparatory Class
Ethics & Moral 3
Holistic Professional Development

International Student:

Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Pengajian Malaysia 3
IELTS Preparatory Class
Ethics and Moral 3
Holistic Professional Development

Intake dates

2020

13 January

1 June

14 September

Estimated fees

Local students

Single Award – RM55,825
Dual Award – RM68,275

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International students

Single Award – RM66,590
Dual Award – RM79,040

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Notes

*Terms and Conditions Apply
*Instalment Payment Plan Available

Academic Qualification

STPM :
2 Principal Passes with min. Grade C in any 2 subjects and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

Additional Mathematics or;
Mathematics and any 1 subject in Science, Technology or Engineering

2 Principal Passes (Science Stream) with min. Grade C in 1 Mathematics subject and one subject in Science/ICT.

GCE A Level :
Single Award
2 Principal Passes (EE) in any 2 subjects and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

Additional Mathematics; or
Mathematics and any one subject in Science, Technology or Engineering

Dual Award
2 Principal Passes (CC) and Credit in any 2 subjects and Credit in:

Additional Mathematics; or
Mathematics and any one subjects in Science, Technology or Engineering at SPM level or equivalent

Applicant without 2 Principal Passes (CC) may be considered on a case by case basis by the Dual Award University partner.

UEC :
5 Credits (Min B6) including Mathematics and Science/ICT subject

Foundation/Matriculation :
Single Award
Pass with CGPA ≥ 2.00 and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

Additional Mathematics; or
Mathematics and any one subjects in Science, Technology or Engineering

Dual Award
Pass with CGPA ≥ 3.00 and Credit at SPM level or equivalent in:

Additional Mathematics; or
Mathematics and any one subjects in Science, Technology or Engineering

Australian Matriculation/ Foundation :
Single Award
ATAR score of 55

Dual Award
ATAR score of 70

Diploma :
Diploma in Computer Science/Software Engineering/Information Technology/Information System or equivalent with min. CGPA 2.50; or Any Diploma in science and technology with min. CGPA 2.50

Candidate with CGPA under 2.50 but more than 2.00 may be admitted subject to rigorous internal assessment process by institution.

Notes

Candidates entering the degree programme via Matriculation/Foundation/STPM with credit in Mathematics and any one subject in Science, Technology or Engineering at SPM level or equivalent are required to take Mathematics enhancement course with topics related to Computer Science and Software Engineering fields.

Candidates must pass the Mathematics enhancement course as prerequisite before are allowed to take related core subject. However, this requirement does not limit candidate from taking any other core or non-core subjects that do not have the Mathematics enhancement course as the prerequisite.

The credit for the Mathematics enhancement course is an extra credit to core subjects and can be considered as part of the graduating credit.

The requirement for the Mathematics enhancement course can be exempted ifthe Matriculation or Foundation programme or equivalent contains Mathematics subject that is at the same level/higher than the credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level.

English Requirement

Local Student:
Single Award
Pass English at SPM level; or MUET Band 2; or Band 5 in IELTS; or a min score of 57 (IBT) or 180 (CBT) in TOEFL

Dual Award
Credit in English (min. C) at SPM level; or MUET Band 4; or Band 6 in IELTS (with no component below 5.5); or a min score of 79 (IBT) or 220 (CBT) in TOEFL

International Student:
Single Award
MUET Band 3; or Band 5 in IELTS; or a min score of 34 (IBT) or 410 (PBT) in TOEFL

Dual Award
MUET Band 4; or Band 6 in IELTS (with no component below 5.5); or a min score of 79 (IBT) or 220 (CBT) in TOEFL

If applicants score between the minimum English language standard and the required dual award standard then other listed English qualifications will be considered if they decide to pursue the dual award programme:

SPM English Credit (min. C); or SPM 1119 (O-Level English) (min. C); or UEC English (min. B6); or Cambridge English CAE & CPE (from 2015) min. 169 / Advanced CAE (pre 2015) B2; or PTE Academic (54); or KDU English Entrance Test (73)

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