Sunway University

Overview of BSc (Hons) Information Technology in Sunway University Malaysia

This programme aims to equip you with the technical knowledge to keep abreast with the rapid advances in technology, and to develop your analytical skills. Students undertaking this programme are exposed to both technical and real-world practical experiences through the specially-crafted coursework and industrial training, making our graduates market-ready upon graduation.

Technology-based industries are fast-moving and require talents equipped with a balanced knowledge in software development and hardware infrastructure. By combining your technical knowledge on IT with hands-on experience, you will be adept at developing an organisation’s technology infrastructure and support its users. This versatile programme is best suited for those who wish to proceed as generalists in computing and build successful careers as IT professionals and managers. According to your personal interest, you may explore the various electives offered and enhance your knowledge in specific fields such as network management and security, database engineering and mobile development.

On successful completion of the programme, the graduates will also be awarded with a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.

Career Opportunity of BSc (Hons) Information Technology in Sunway University Malaysia

• Database architect
• IT specialist
• Network specialist
• System engineer
• Web/E-commerce architect

Course Outline of BSc (Hons) Information Technology in Sunway University Malaysia

YEAR 1

• Networking Principles
• Programming Principles
• Computer Mathematics
• English for Computer Technology Studies
• Database Fundamentals
• Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals
• Computer Organisation
• Web Fundamentals

YEAR 2

• Data Structures & Algorithms
• Human Computer Interaction
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Communication Skills
• Operating System Fundamentals
• Computer Networks
• Web Programming
• Social & Professional Responsibilities
• Computing Electives I & II
• Non-Computing Electives II

YEAR 3

• Project Management
• Internship
• Capstone Project 1 & 2
• Computer Security
• Network Management
• Computing Electives III & IV
• Non-Computing Electives III

Entry Requirement of BSc (Hons) Information Technology in Sunway University Malaysia

STPM
Average C+ or CGPA 2.33 (minimum 2 Principals)

A-Level
Minimum 12 points. 

Australian Matriculation
ATAR 60

Canadian Matriculation
60%

Monash University Foundation Year
60%

Sunway Foundation in Arts
CGPA 2.3

Sunway Foundation in Science Technology
CGPA 2.3

Unified Examination Certificate
Maximum 26 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs including Mathematics)

International Baccalaureate
Completed with minimum 25 points (excluding bonus points)

*Sunway Diploma
CAVG 55% or CGPA 2.50
* Students may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.

Specific Requirements

SPM/ O-Level: Credit or its equivalent.

Any other equivalent qualifications. Applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis