Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons.)

(R3/0613/6/0080) 02/30 (MQA/FA16430)

This three-year programme equips students with fundamental computing knowledge and the latest technology. In year 1, all students learn common subjects before specialising in one of the following areas – Software Engineering, Game Development, Data Science or Cybersecurity – in the second year. Each designed specialisation prepares students with specific skills. Students will also complete a final year project and undergo industrial training to acquire practical industry experience.

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• Entry Requirements
  • 1. Pass Foundation or Matriculation studies from a recognised institution with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; OR
    2. Pass STPM (Arts Stream) or its equivalent with a minimum of Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects or any equivalent qualification; OR
    3. Pass STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid in any TWO (2) subjects; OR
    4. Any Diploma in Science and Technology (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.75 but more than 2.50 can be admitted subject to a thorough rigorous assessment; OR
    5. Pass A-Level with a minimum of Grade D (CGPA 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects;AND a credit in:
       – Additional Mathematics at the SPM level or its equivalent; OR
       – Mathematics and any one of the Science, Technology or Engineering subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. Candidates need to take and pass the reinforcement Mathematics equivalent to Additional Mathematics at the SPM level. The subject must be offered in the first semester or before enrolment with unconditional offer; OR
    6. Pass STPM (Science Stream) or its equivalent with a minimum Grade of C (GP 2.00) in Mathematics subject and ONE (1) Science / ICT subject; OR
    7. Pass A-Level with a minimum of Grade D in Mathematics and ONE (1) Science / ICT subject; OR
    8. Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least FIVE (5) subjects (inclusive of Mathematics, English and one Science / ICT subject); OR
    9. Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 but more than 2.00 may be admitted subject to a thorough rigorous assessment; OR
    10. Pass DKM /DLKM/DVM in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval*; OR
    11. Other relevant & equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. (Candidates can be admitted if their admission qualification contains Mathematics subject(s) equivalent to Additional Mathematics at the SPM level. If it is not equivalent, reinforcement Mathematics subject that equivalent to the SPM level must be offered in first semester or before enrolment with unconditional offer); OR
    12. Possess an APEL.A certificate from MQA for admission into Bachelor programmes. For more information, please visit https://www.mmu.edu.my/apel-a/
  • Note:*DKM/DLKM/DVM candidates may be required to undergo Bridging Programme as an additional requirement.

    Students are required to pass the reinforcement Mathematics before being allowed to take related core courses. The candidate can sit for any subjects that did not indicate Mathematics as a pre-requisite.

    Reinforcement Mathematics can contribute to the overall graduating credit.

    Students from Matriculation/Foundation or its equivalent can be exempted from taking reinforcement Mathematics, provided that the Mathematics offered at that programme level is equivalent / more than the Additional Mathematics offered at an SPM level.

• Programme Structure
  • Core
    • Year 1
      • Calculus
        Programming Fundamentals
        Discrete Structures & Probability
        Professional Development
        Computational Methods
        Object Oriented Programming & Data Structures
        Computer Architecture & Organisations
        Database Fundamentals
        Research Methodology in Computer Science
        Integrity and Leadership
        U4
        Character Building
        Sustainable Society
    • Year 2
      • Software Engineering Fundamentals
        Operating Systems
        Computer Networks
        Object Oriented Analysis & Design
        Algorithm Design & Analysis
        Industrial Training
        U2
      • Specialisation: Software Engineering
        Software Requirements Engineering
        Software Design
      • Specialisation: Game Development
        Computer Graphics Fundamentals
        Game Design Fundamentals
      • Specialisation: Data Science
        Data Science Fundamentals
        Statistical Data Analysis
      • Specialisation: Cybersecurity
        Cybersecurity Fundamentals
        Network Security
    • Year 3
      • Final Year Project I
        Final Year Project II
        BYOC Elective 1
        BYOC Elective 2
        BYOC Elective 3
        BYOC Elective 4
        U1
        U1
        Fundamentals of Digital Competence for Programmers
      • Specialisation: Software Engineering
        Software Reliability & Quality Assurance
        Software Verification & Validation
        Specialisation Elective 1
        Specialisation Elective 2
      • Specialisation: Game Development
        Game Algorithms
        3D Game Programming
        Specialisation Elective 1
        Specialisation Elective 2
      • Specialisation: Data Science
        Data Mining
        3D Game Programming
        Specialisation Elective 1
        Specialisation Elective 2
      • Specialisation: Cybersecurity
        Cryptography and Data Security
        Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
        Specialisation Elective 1
        Specialisation Elective 2
  • Specialisations:
    • Software Engineering:
      Focuses on designing and developing software systems with innovative methodologies and sophisticated tools. Students are exposed to various techniques of analysing user requirements and specifications, as well as the design, implementation and verification of software system.
    • Game Development:
      Integrates fundamental concepts of software engineering with both technical and creative aspects of game design and development. Students are exposed to various types of game production – from 2D to 3D, and from virtual to augmented reality game projects.
    • Data Science:
      Drawing upon the technical foundation of computer science, this specialization focuses on designing and developing solutions to extract valuable insights from data. Students are exposed with fundamental theories in data science as well as hands-on experience in building practical solutions.
    • Cybersecurity:
      Built on the technical foundation of computer science, the specialization focuses on the array of sophisticated techniques and innovative approaches used to protect data and information systems. Students are exposed to both offensive and defensive security methodologies such as ethical hacking, digital forensics and network security, as well as policies and ethical issues of cybersecurity.
  • Specialisation Elective Modules
    • TWO (2) subjects should be taken from the following based on specialisation:
    • Software Engineering
      Theory of Computation
      Programming Language Translation
      Introduction to Formal Methods
      Software Evolution Maintenance
    • Game Development
      Game Production
      Game Physics
    • Data Science
      Data Management
      Visual Information Processing
      Social Media Computing
    • Cybersecurity
      Digital and Computer Forensic
      Database and Cloud Security
      Blockchain and Smart Contracts
  • Elective Modules
    • Four (4) subjects should be taken from the following:
      Consumer Trends
      Creativity and Innovation
      Becoming A Leader
      Corporate Training
      Professional Image and Etiquette
      Corporate Communication
      Corporate Strategy
      Design Thinking for Strategic Communication
      Social Media Strategies
      Film Appreciation
      Basic Filmmaking
      Suspenseful Filmmaking
      Fundamental of Wireless Communications
      Communications Networks
      Radio Network Planning Towards 5G
      Internet & Mobile Application
      Media Anthropology
      Media Law
      Project Management
      Motion Capture
      Information Visualization
      Visual & Corporate Identity
      Accounting for Decision Making
      Management
      Personal Finance
      Fundamentals of Marketing
      Digital Transformation Strategy
      Digital Transformation Technologies
      Ergonomics and Human Factor
      Machine Vision
      IoT Design and Interfacing
      Radio Network Planning Towards 5G
      Digital Business
      Business Information Systems
      Data Analytics for Businesses
      Cyber Security
      Understanding Management
      Fundamentals of Marketing
      Financial Management
      Data Analytics for Businesses
      Business Risk Management
      Consumer law
      Labour Law
      Law and Economics
      Environmental Law
      Law of Banking
  • University Subjects
    • U1-Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Local) or BM Komunikasi II ( International)
      U1-Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (Local & International)
      U2-Bahasa Kebangsaan A or Foreign Language Beginners
      U4-Co-Curriculum
• Career Prospects
  • Career Prospects: Researcher, Programmer, Software Development, Project Manager, System Analyst, Database Administrator, IS/SE Consultant, Game Programmer, Game Designer, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Cyber Risk Analyst, Security Penetration Tester, Incident Responder, Digital Forensic Specialist, Security Architect, Security Engineer.