Pioneer Rapid advances in technology have enabled computers to keep getting smaller, faster and more powerful each day. To accommodate the accelerating shift from desktop to mobile, this programme is offering comprehensive knowledge and practical skills needed to develop sophisticated mobile applications but with a complementary focus on network design and implementation. By the end of your study, you will have discovered the far-reaching influence of computing technology and the possible contributions you may make to advance the industry.
Duration of Study
3 Years
Course Mode
Full-time
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Intakes
January, May and September
About the program
In the first year, you will be introduced to and learn skills in computing, programming, communication, principles of networking and marketing. You will work with fundamental computer-based systems components, and use these for experiments throughout the course.
In the second year, you will develop your networking knowledge and skills, which will enable you to implement, exploit and manage complex systems. You will study the technology of wireless communication which is beginning to appear in all manner of products and be able to design and improve mobile computing products to achieve a specific function. You will have access to a lab where you can design and configure systems with a range of network technologies. You will undertake group work to develop your skills in working with others on an integrative technical project.
The final year combines all your knowledge in mobile computing technology and mobile computing applications, to enable you to manage the complete design of mobile computing systems. You will learn how to manage and optimize networks through the use of advanced design and simulation software, complemented with options in network security or multimedia.
Assessments
Coursework percentage and written examination percentage. This programme provides students with relevant, interesting, stimulating and practical experience via a variety of teaching and practical techniques. Different dynamic learning processes are employed in the delivery of this programme, such as lectures, tutorials, computer lab work, team-based project, real life system development, presentations, independent projects supervised by supervisors from university lecturers or industry experts. The learning is very much practical oriented.
Career Prospect
Mobile computing grows increasingly significant in our daily lives, and this programme’s flexibility enables our graduates to pursue a specific area of interest such as operating systems or programming. As specialists in the development and delivery of mobile applications, they are able to obtain the following positions:
- Mobile Solutions Specialists
- Mobile Computing Analysts
- Mobile Application Developers
- Mobile Game Developers
- Mobile Web Developers
- Software Engineers
- Mobile Computing OS Developers
- Network Administrators
- Telecommunications Specialists
- Wireless Network Engineers
Subjects Offered
Year 1
- Discrete Mathematics 1
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Java Programming 1
- Java Programming 2
- Object Oriented Modelling 1
- Research Methods in Computing
- Database Management Systems
- Computer Organisation & Architecture
- University Life (MPU-U2)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 1
Elective Year 1
- Introduction to Internet Technologies
- Database Administration
- Fundamentals of Management
- Business Communications
- Creative Problem Solving
Year 2
- Introduction to Human Computer Interaction
- Multimedia Programming
- Software Project Management
- Visual Basic.Net
- Operating Systems
- Networking
- Technopreneuship
- Trends and Issues in Networking
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 2
Elective Year 2
- Wireless Network Infrastructure
- Mobile Commerce
- Business Systems Development Tools
Year 3
- Social Network Programming
- Cloud Computing Application System
- Mobile Programming
- Mobile Application Development
- Application Layer Programming
- Mobile Device Technology & Applications
- Mobile Computing & Networking Project 1
- Mobile Computing & Networking Project 2
- Network Security Design
- Networking Programming
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 3
Elective Year 3
- Java Web Programming
- Wireless Communications
- Network Management
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
Entry Requirement
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
UCSI Foundation year
CGPA of 2.0, and credit (C) in Additional Mathematics or credit (C) in Mathematics and one of the Science, Technology or Engineering subjects at SPM level.
STPM
(Science stream) CGPA of 2.0 and Credit (C ) in Mathematics and one Science/ICT
(Non-science stream) CGPA of 2.0 and Credit (C ) in Additional Mathematics or Mathematics and STEM subject at SPM/O level
A-Level
(Science stream) Minimum (D) in Mathematics and one Science/ICT
(Non-science stream) Minimum D in any 2 subjects and Credit (C ) in Additional Mathematics or Mathematics and STEM subject at SPM/O level
UEC
Minimum 5 credits (B6), including Additional Mathematics
National Matriculation
CGPA of 2.0, and credit (C) in Additional Mathematics or credit (C) in Mathematics and one of the Science, Technology or Engineering subjects at SPM level.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26 points in 6 subjects, inclusive minimum Credit (C) in Additional Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
Canadian Pre-U
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects, inclusive of minimum 60% score in Mathematics and minimum Credit (C) in Additional Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
AUSMAT/HSC/SACE/TEE/WACE/SAM
Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects, inclusive of minimum 60% score in Mathematics and minimum Credit (C) in Additional Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/equivalent
Australian Year 12
Credit (C ) in Mathematics and Science subject
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum overall average of 60% inclusive of minimum 60% score in Additional Mathematics
Diploma programmes (Computing and ICT-related diploma)
CGPA 2.5
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL IBT
42
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3
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