BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Computer Networking and Security)

Overview

Organisations depend on their information networks for mission-critical operations. Highly trained networking professionals are needed to ensure these infrastructures are resilient and operational. Threats towards networks are ever increasing and rapidly evolving. The security policies that are developed must be able to ensure accurate evaluation of internet traffic, to appropriately filter malicious users.

Graduates from this programme will be well-versed in the technical skills of computer hacking investigation and prevention, paving the way for a potentially lucrative career in the field of computer and networking security. There are global opportunities in sectors that have a rapid demand for networking and cyber-security experts such as the banking or financial industry, large private organisations, or the government.

You will also gain exposure to computer and networking security related practices in business and the industry through a 12-week industrial attachment. Graduates will revolutionise the field of Information Security with a solid foundation leading to internationally recognised professional credentials awarded by EC-Council (IT Security Certification Body from the USA):

   Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH)
   Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)

On successful completion of the programme, graduates will also be awarded a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.

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Intakes
January, April, September
Duration
3 Years (full-time)
Career Prospects
  • IT security consultant
  • Digital forensic investigator
  • Network engineer
  • Network infrastructure specialist
  • Security engineer
  • Security analyst
  • Penetration tester
  • Ethical hacker

Programme Structure

Year 1

Programming Principles
Computer Mathematics
English for Computer Technology Studies
Computer Organisation
Operating System Fundamentals
Database Fundamentals
Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals
Web Fundamentals
Networking Principles

Year 2

Network and System Administration
Network Security
Computer Networks
Communication Skills
Probability and Statistics
Free Electives I, II & III
Discipline Elective I

Free Electives I, II & III (Choose any 3 in Year 2)

Note: These are just some of the electives

Startup Foundry
Digital Economy
Accounting for Decision Making
Principles of Entrepreneurship

Discipline Elective I (Choose any 1 in Year 2)

Data Structures & Algorithms
Distributed Systems

Year 3

Capstone Project 1 & 2
Advanced Computer Networks
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures Fundamentals
Network Management
Data Communications
Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator
Discipline Elective II
Internship

Discipline Elective II (Choose any 1 in Year 3)

Microwave Communication
Multimedia Networking
Advanced Network Security
Advanced Topics in Computer Security

Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects

University Compulsary Subjects
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset and Skills
  • Sustainable Development in Malaysia
  • Community Service for Planetary Health

For Local Student

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)

For International Student

  • Malay Language for Communication 2
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
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Student studying

Entry Requirements

STPM

Average C+ or CGPA 2.33 (minimum 2 Principals)

A-Level

Minimum 12 points (Minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects).

Note: For A-Level points calculation

A = 10 points

B = 8 points

C = 6 points

D = 4 points

E = 2 points

Australian Matriculation

ATAR 60

Canadian Matriculation

60%

Monash University Foundation Year

60%

Sunway Foundation in Arts

CGPA 2.3

Sunway Foundation in Science Technology

CGPA 2.3

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Maximum 26 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs including Mathematics)

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Completed with minimum 25 points (excluding bonus points)

Sunway Diploma

CGPA 2.50 or equivalent 
* Students may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.

Other Qualifications

Any other equivalent qualifications. An applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis

Specific Requirements

  • Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level or its equivalent.

Additional Requirements for Certain International Students

International students from certain countries that want to take some Sunway University degree programmes (for example programmes in partnership with Lancaster University) will need to take and pass our online six-month International Preparatory Programme (IPP). This is a requirement to enrol on a Sunway degree programme that also leads to a degree awarded by Sunway’s partner institution. Students are required to pass all the subjects with grade C or above to progress to the degree programme.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS or equivalent 6.0
  • MUET Band 4
  • SPM English B3 or B+
  • UEC English B4
  • Cambridge English (Advanced) Minimum 67
  • O-Level English (1119) Credit
  • Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
  • ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English

Scholarships and Financial Aid

For more information about the scholarships and financial aid, please visit the SEG Scholarships website.

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