Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Information System Security

Key Modules

• 1Introduction to Databases
• 2Introduction to Networking
• 3System Software and Computing Concepts
• 4Python Programming
• 5Digital Thinking and Innovation
• 6Systems Analysis and Design
• 7Integrated Computer Systems
• 8Mathematical Concepts for Computing
• 9Introduction to Security and Forensic Technologies
• 10Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
• 11Fundamentals of Web Design and Development
• 12Green Computing
• 13System Development Methods
• 14Object Oriented Development with Java
• 15Innovation Process
• 16Mobile and Wireless Technology
• 17Concurrent Programming
• 18Human Computer Interaction
• 19Web Applications
• 20Research Methods for Computing and Technology
• 21Network Security
• 22Systems and Network Administration
• 23Ethical Hacking and Incident Response
• 24Project Management
• 25Advanced Database Systems
• 26Critical Issues in Managing Information Systems in Organisations
• 27Cloud Infrastructure and Services
• 28Venture Building
• 29Computer Systems Security
• 30Penetration Testing
• 31Database Security
• 32Wireless and Mobile Security
• 33Investigations in Information System Security
• 34Information Systems Security Project
• 35Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
• 36Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
• 37Philosophy and Current Issues
• 38Workplace Professional Skills
• 39Integrity and Anti-corruption
• 40Co-Curriculum
• 41Cloud Architect
• 42Systems Engineer
• 43Systems Analyst
• 44DevOps Engineer
• 45Reliability Engineer
• 46Build Engineer
• 47Software Developer
• 48System Architect
• 49Software Development Manager
• 50IT Manager
• 51Data Innovation Manager
• 52Machine Learning Scientist
• 53Business Process Engineer
• 54Data Wrangler / Munger / Miner
• 55Business Intelligence Manager
• 56Analytics & Reporting Manager
• 57Decision Analytics Manager

Entry Requirements

• STPM: 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM. Note : Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics , but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study.
• A-Level: 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level and with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE or equivalent. Note : Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics , but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study. *Overseas qualification that are equivalent to 12th Grade/A Level/HSC are accepted.
• UEC: 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects including Mathematics. Note : Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics , but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study.
• Foundation/ Matriculation: A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE/ O-Level or its equivalent. Note : Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics , but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study.
• ICT Related Diplomas: Diploma in Computing related areas with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer is subject to approval by the APU Academic Board. Note : Student with CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board.

Career Prospects

• IT Security Officer
• IT Security Analyst
• IT Security Consultant
• IT Security Infrastructure Designer
• IT Security Solutions Designer
• IT Security Engineer
• IT Security Specialist
• Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
• Information Security Engineer
• Information Security Analyst
• Information Security Manager
• Technical Support Manager
• Network Security Engineer
• System Administrator