Programme Description / Penerangan Program

The world of computing today demands programmers not only to be competent in software development but at the same time possess a strong fundamental in problem solving. This Diploma in Computer Science program prepares students for the challenging tasks by providing courses from the abstraction level up until implementation and deployment. The content designed for the curriculum covers the courses such as basic computing, programming, operating systems, networking, database, as well as Mathematics and English. These courses, together with extra curricular activities, will shape the students into strong and versatile individuals that are capable to cope with the demanding computing work environment. As part of the curriculum, the students will also be stationed at various software houses and offices around the country to let them feel a real work environment. The graduate of this program can seek employment in the area of software development, web design, web programming, PC maintenance, and any computing-related field.

Entry Requirement / Syarat Kemasukan

Course Detail / Perincian Kursus

Plan of Study

Semester 1 Year 1
Introduction to Computer and Programming, Fundamentals of Algorithms and
Computer Problem Solving, Pre-Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, Co-Curriculum,
Fundamental of Islam, and Integrated Language Skill: Listening.

Semester 2 Year 1
Object Oriented Programming, Computer Organization, Calculus 1, General
Elective, Co-Curriculum 2, Islamic Thought and Civilization, and Integrated
Language Skill: Reading.

Semester 3 Year 2
Fundamental of Data Structure, Practical Approach of Operating Systems,
Introduction to Database Design, Interactive Multimedia, Introduction to
Probability and Statistics, Science and Technology in Islam, and Integrated
Language Skill: Writing.

Semester 4 Year 2
Introduction to Data Communication and Networking, Introduction to Web and
Mobile Application, Information System Development, Elective 1, Elective 2,
Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship, and Co-Curriculum 3.

Semester 5 Year 3
Industrial Attachment

General Elective
Introduction to Financial Accounting and Reporting, Fundamentals of
Management, Principle of Marketing, and Malaysian Economics.

Elective
Digital Electronics, Visual Programming, Programming Paradigms, and
Introduction to Computer Security.

Job Opportunities / Peluang Pekerjaan

Diploma in Computer Science holders are needed in both private and public sector. There are many career opportunities available for graduates of this programme since most organizations will require IT personnels.

ICT introduces new ways for doing business resulting in many new job designations. Among the many designations that may be filled by the graduates are: Web Designer, Programmers, Technical Writers, System Analysts and other related posts. Diploma holders can also pursue their studies at a higher level.

Accreditation / Akreditasi

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Johor Kampus Segamat 

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Kedah Kampus Sungai Petani

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Kelantan Kampus Machang

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Melaka Kampus Alor Gajah

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Melaka Kampus Jasin

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Negeri Sembilan Kampus Kuala Pilah

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Pahang Kampus Jengka

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Pahang Kampus Raub

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Perak Kampus Seri Iskandar

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Perak Kampus Tapah

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Perlis Kampus Arau

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Sarawak Kampus Samarahan

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Terengganu Kampus Dungun

Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam