Diploma in Computer Science
(R2/0613/4/0029) (04/25) (MQA/A1829)
Programme Overview
Our Diploma in Computer Science programme has been designed to help the students to acquire knowledge related to computer applications. Our well versed academicians also impart knowledge in other subject areas, related to it. This programme also focuses on the computer programming and computer development skills of the students. Students after completing this programme would possess in-depth knowledge on this subject, which would help them to excel in the professional field. After the completion of this programme students can either pursue higher degree or can start their career at the entry level.
Subject Highlights
| Sl.No. | MQA Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | COMP 107 | Fundamental Computer Principle and Programming | 3 |
| 2 | COMP 113 | Internet Fundamentals and Applications | 3 |
| 3 | DCM 114 | Computer Related Mathematics & Statistics | 3 |
| 4 | ENG 413 | English I | 3 |
| Elective (Choose any one module from the following): | |||
| 5 | MPU2193 | Kursus Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (Philosophy and Current Issues Course) | 3 |
| 6 | MPU2133 | Malay Language Communication 1 | 3 |
| 7 | COMP227 | Web Design & Publishing | 3 |
| 8 | COMP 170 | Operating System | 3 |
| 9 | DCM 128 | Quantitative Methods | 3 |
| 10 | BMNG 377 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| 11 | COMP232 | E-Commerce | 3 |
| 12 | COMP 111 | Software Engineering | 3 |
| 13 | MPU 2222 | Creative Problem Solving | 2 |
| 14 | DCM246 | Visual Programming | 3 |
| 15 | COMP 333 | Calculus | 3 |
| 16 | DCM243 | Multimedia Management System | 3 |
| 17 | COMP280 | Introduction to C++ Language | 3 |
| 18 | COMP 281 | System Analysis & Design | 3 |
| 19 | COMP277 | Java Programming | 3 |
| 20 | ENG 423 | English 2 | 3 |
| 21 | COMP219 | Database System | 3 |
| 22 | COMP220 | Data communications & Networking | 3 |
| 23 | DCM 254 | Data Structure and Algorithm | 3 |
| 24 | COMP 264 | Computer Security | 3 |
| 25 | BMIS 263 | Management Information System | 3 |
| 26 | COMP 270 | Object Oriented Programming | 3 |
| 27 | MPU2422 | Co-curriculum | 2 |
| 28 | COMP253 | Human computer Interaction | 3 |
| 29 | COMP 300 | Industrial Training | 4 |
| 30 | COMP 323 | Computer Ethics | 3 |
| 31 | MPU 2332 | Constitution and Society | 2 |
| 32 | PR 101 | Public Relation | 2 |
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements :
- Pass SPM or SPMV with at least 3 credits including Math subject credit; or
- Other qualifications recognized by the Government of Malaysia.
English Requirements :
International students must have proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English. For example, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 5.0 or its equivalent. If a student does not meet this requirement, HEPS must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.
Career Opportunities
The programme will produce a graduate who will be a valuable member of an information systems team, generally at the junior or maintenance programmer level. Opportunities for advancement in this field are excellent, particularly if advanced programmes are taken to maintain an edge in this exciting and innovative field.
Program Aim
This programme aims to produce graduates, who will have the ability to write computer applications to aid day-to-day operations of organizations, maintain computing environments effectively as well as efficiently and develop automated procedures for routine organizational tasks. Our primary objective is to provide the students with an understanding of all the aspects related to technology and also help the students to learn about the new technological developments. The duration of this programme is two and a half years and it covers technology appreciation in the first year and focus on the understanding of modern computing applications in the second year.