HELP University Diploma in Information Technology (IT): Transfer to Top Universities in Australia, UK & China

Upon Completion of the Diploma in Information Technology (IT) at HELP University Students Can Transfer to Universities in Australia, New Zealand, UK and China

The Diploma in Information Technology (IT) at HELP University is a 2-year full time programme at the Subang 2 campus. The diploma course is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) with intakes in January, May, August and October of each year. Students after SPM or IGCSE/O-Levels with at least 3 credits including Maths may take the Diploma in Information Technology (IT) for 2 years and then enter into Year 2 of the IT degree for another 2 years at HELP University or to universities in Australia, New Zealand, UK and China.

At HELP University, the IT programmes are designed to equip students with up-to-date expertise in corporate information systems, internet and interactive media, mobile communications technologies, computer systems and networking, and software engineering. Students are trained to gain technical knowledge and skills. The programmes also prepare the students to assume their place in the demanding Information Technology industry.

The Diploma in Information Technology encompasses a thorough grounding in the fundamental skills as well as providing a theoretical understanding which is vital for an IT graduate. Students will be exposed to JAVA programming, VB.net, HTML, J2ME, Java Scripting as well as networking and business communication. Lifelong learning skills are integrated into the Level One units with emphasis on critical thinking skills and personal excellence. They are also taught communication and personal skills to enable them to interact effectively in the demanding workforce.

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Credit Transfer to Overseas University through the Information Technology (IT) Diploma at HELP University

Students will take the Diploma in Information Technology (IT) for 2 years and then enter into Year 2 of the IT degree for another 2 years at HELP University or to universities in Australia, New Zealand, UK and China.

Upon completion of the Diploma in Information Technology (IT) at HELP University students can choose from the following degree programmes:

• Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons)
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) Data Analytics
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) Mobile Computing

In addition, students who choose the Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) can major in Mobile Computing, Data Engineering, Computer Networking, e-Business or Web Engineering.

The Diploma in Information Technology encompasses a thorough grounding in the fundamental skills as well as providing a theoretical understanding which is vital for an IT graduate. Students will be exposed to JAVA programming, VB.net, HTML, J2ME, Java Scripting as well as networking and business communication. Lifelong learning skills are integrated into the Level One units with emphasis on critical thinking skills and personal excellence. They are also taught communication and personal skills to enable them to interact effectively in the demanding workforce.

HELP University is one of the selected universities to receive the Premier Digital Technology (PDTU) status awarded by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and endorsed by the Malaysian Ministry of Education.

Credit Transfer Programmes – United Kingdom (September Intake)

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 2 years at the University of Essex (BSc Information & Communication Technology / BSc Computer Games / BSc Computer Science)

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 2 years at University of the West of England (BSc (Hons) Software Engineering for Business / BSc (Hons) Business Computing / BSc (Hons) IT Management for Business.

Credit Transfer Programmes – Australia & New Zealand (February & July Intake)

THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 1.5 years at The University of Queensland (Bachelor of Information Technology) or 2 years at The University of Queensland (Bachelor of Computer Science)

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 1.5 years at the University of Technology Sydney (Bachelor of Science in Information Technology)

THE EASTERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (NZ)

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 1.5 years at the Eastern Institute of Technology (Bachelor of Computing Systems)

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY (MQ)

• 2 years HELP Diploma in Information Technology + 2 years MQ Bachelor of Information Technology, major in
  • Cyber Security
  • Data Science
  • Information Systems and Business Analysis
  • Software Technology
  • Web and Mobile App Development

2 years HELP Diploma in Information Technology + 2 years MQ Bachelor of Cyber Security

Credit Transfer Programmes – China (September Intake)

Beijing JiaoTong University

• 2 years at HELP University (Diploma in Information Technology) + 2 years at the Beijing JiaoTong University (Bachelor of Software Engineering)

Entry Requirements for the Diploma in Information Technology (IT) at HELP University

• Possess SPM with at least THREE (3) credits in any subjects (inclusive of Mathematics or anyequivalent qualification); OR
• A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum grade of C [Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) 2.00] in any subject or equivalent qualification and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent;OR
• A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul (Pass) and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
• Possess SKM Level 3 and a credit inMathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
• A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in any qualificationwith at least a CGPA of 2.00; OR
• A pass in any qualification equivalent tocertificate (Level 3, MQF); OR
• Other relevant & equivalent qualificationsrecognised by the Malaysian Government.

Notes:

• Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at an SPM level or its equivalent may be admitted if the certificate programme contains subjects in Mathematics that are equivalent to Mathematics at SPM level.
• Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at SPM level and without a related certificate need to take a reinforcement Mathematics subject with appropriate topics in the discipline of Computing at the beginning of the study.
• Candidate with a credit in a Computing-related subject at SPM level or its equivalent may be given preferential consideration.

Subjects for the Diploma in Information Technology (IT) at HELP University

Course Listing (Year 1)

8 Compulsory Courses

• Introduction to Visual Programming
• English for IT
• Introduction to Analysis and Design
• Computer Technology Essentials
• Introduction to Computer Architecture
• Programming Principles
• Fundamentals of Web Development
• Computing Mathematics

Course Listing (Year 2)

9 Compulsory Courses

• Business Communications
• Database Concepts and Practices
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Networking and Data Communications
• Fundamentals of Operating Systems
• IT Mini Project
• User Interface Design
• Advanced Web Development
• Industrial Internship

Elective Courses (Choose 2)

• Calculus and Linear Algebra
• Interactive Media Applications
• Fundamentals of Data Analytics
• Mobile App Development
• Organisations and Management
• Principles of Marketing

Why Computing & Digital Technology @ HELP?

• Industry endorsed programmes – Industry Advisory Board (IAB) provides advice to align curriculum with industry’s needs to ensure graduates’ employability.
• Industry endorsed programmes – Robust linkages with the industry to provide internships for undergraduates and graduates.
• Industry endorsed programmes – Expert guest lecturers from the industry.
• Great career prospects – 99.99% employability for graduates. Our graduates have been employed by Accenture, Shell, Astro, Star, Maxis, HP, Intel, Citibank, IBM, etc.
• Low lecturer-student ratio
• Excellent teaching faculty – 80% of lecturers with over 10 years teaching and industry experience.
• Excellent teaching faculty – All lecturers have Masters qualifications.
• Industry strength for final year projects – students are provided opportunities to work on industry strength projects with industry partners.

INTERESTING FACTS

• Align you to contemporary industry standard
• Up to date curriculum aligned by our Industry Advisory Board (IAB)
• Highly sought after graduates employed by Accenture, Shell, Astro, Star, Maxis, Intel, Citibank, HP, IBM, MIMOS, HSBC etc.
• Opportunity to work on industry strength projects with our industry partners
• Excellent lecturers with more than 10 years of industry and teaching experience

JOB PLACEMENT

Job assistance and internships are available for our graduates via industry linkages and career exposure. Our students are highly sought after by leading companies. Some of our students have been employed by Accenture, IBM, Citibank, Maxis Communications, IBM, Motorola Malaysia, MIMOS, Sapura Holdings, Broadcast Network Systems (ASTRO), Shell, HP and many others.

INDUSTRY ENDORSEMENT & SUPPORT

An Industry Advisory Board (IAB) was established by the Department of Information Technology (ITD) to ensure that the IT programmes offered are relevant and effective for its undergraduates; and to strengthen the department’s ties with the computing industry. The IAB consists of senior industrialists and professionals with local and global representation eg HT Consulting, IBM, Microsoft, TMS, DiGi and Gamonster.

The IAB advises on course content in the context of industrial trends and employment prospects, and supports ITD’s activities in placing undergraduates in internship programmes and graduates in employment upon graduation. The IAB also provides advice on research activity and opportunities.