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Diploma in Information & Communication Technology with a specialism in Software Engineering

(A11687) (R3/0611/4/0041)(07/30)

Course Information

Mode: Onsite
Duration: 2+ years
Intakes:

05 March 2026

14 May 2026

24 September 2026

Type: Full-time Study
Conducted in Malaysia: Yes
Level of Study: Diploma Level
Field of Study: Computing & IT
Faculty: School of Technology
Awarding Country: Malaysia
Fees: RM50,800 / RM54,200 (USD13,550) (international)

Course Overview

This diploma programme focuses on equipping students with specialised skills in software engineering. Students gain both theoretical understanding and hands-on training in software system design, programming, and infrastructure support to prepare for careers in the software development industry or further studies in computing fields.

Curriculum

Semester 1

  • Information Systems
  • Internet Applications
  • Computer Architecture
  • Mathematics and Statistics for Computing

     

Semester 2

  • System Analysis and Design
  • Programming with Python
  • Operating Systems


Semester 3

  • Networking Technologies
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Database Management
    Semester 4
  • Introduction to Software Engineering
  • Responsive Web Design and Development
  • Algebra and Discreate Mathematics
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

     

Semester 5

  • DevOps and Low Code Development
  • Cloud Computing Principles
  • Cyber Security and Forensic



Semester 6

  • Capstone Project
  • Fundamentals of Game Design with UIUX
  • Advanced Networking

 

INTERNSHIP (12 weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 12 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

 

**In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-curricular activities.

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

SPM

  • 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics#, with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);

IGCSE/O-LEVELS

  • 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/O-LEVELS including Mathematics#;

UEC

  • 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics#;

CERTIFICATE

  • Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent;

# Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in SPM/IGCSE/O-Levels or equivalent will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.

Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.    

Note: 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 : 4.5
  • TOEFL IBT : 33
  • Pearson (PTE) : 43
  • MUET : Band 3

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Career Prospects

Graduates can pursue careers such as:

  • Software Developer
  • Programmer Analyst
  • Systems Developer
  • Application Support Executive
  • Junior Software Engineer

They may also progress to Bachelor’s Degrees in Software Engineering, Information Technology, or Computer Science at APU or partner institutions.

Study Abroad Pathway

Upon successful completion of this programme with CGPA of 2.5 & above and fulfilment of requirements for credit transfer, you will be eligible to progress into Level 2 of the following degree programmes offered at APU.

  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in:
    • Information Systems Security
    • Cloud Engineering
    • Internet of Things (IoT)*
    • Digital Transformation
    • Financial Technology (FinTech)
    • Business Information Systems
    • Sustainable Computing
  • Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Software Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) Computer Science (Cyber Security)
  • Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence)
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) Computer Science with a specialism in:
    • Data Analytics
    • Digital Forensics

*Please take note that Bridging module(s) needed before progress into Level 2
- For the full listing of our Diploma Programmes, please refer to the Pre-University programme brochure.

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

To know more about APU-DMU Dual Scheme, please click .

  • All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.

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