What are the entry requirements for the Diploma in Information Technology (IT), Diploma in Computer Studies or Diploma in Computing at Top Universities in Malaysia?
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It can be a bit confusing for students after SPM or O-Levels to enter into their diploma course of interest. Many students assume that the entry requirements are the same for all universities in Malaysia. Some students with 3 credits in SPM have checked with TAR University College to find out that their entry requirements is 5 credits for Diploma courses, therefore, they sign up for the 1 year 4 month Certificate Course at TAR University College without realising that the entry requirements for all the rest of the private universities & colleges in Malaysia for Diploma is only 3 SPM Credits. Students should research and check the information carefully before joining any university or college in Malaysia.
Students after SPM or O-Levels interested in a career in Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) can go for the 2-year Diploma course at top private universities in Malaysia instead of an external Pre-University Course like SAM, AUSMAT or A-Levels. The Diploma courses are generally cheaper than the external Pre-University programmes and easier. If you do not plan on going overseas for your degree programme, then it is better to go for the Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) diploma at a top private university in Malaysia.
To enter into the Diploma in Computer Science, Diploma in Computer Studies, Diploma in Computing, Diploma in Software Engineering or Diploma in Information Technology (IT), students after SPM or O-Levels would need at least 3 credits in the relevant subjects with a pass in BM and Sejarah.
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Computer Studies, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) Diploma Courses Entry Requirements in Malaysia
Xavier Phang, Software Engineering at Asia Pacific University
You will need at least 3 credits in SPM including Maths with a pass in BM & Sejarah to join the Computer Studies, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) diploma course in Malaysia.
With 3 credits including a Credit in Maths & Passes in BM & Sejarah, you can go for the Diploma in Information Technology, Diploma in Software Engineering, Diploma in Computing, Diploma in Computer Studies or Diploma in Information Communication Technology. After the 2-year diploma, you will then enter into Year 2 of the related degree for another 2 years.
You will need at least 3 credits in SPM and a pass in BM & Sejarah to enter into a Diploma course in Malaysia. To enter TAR University College or TARUC diploma programmes, you need at least 5 relevant credits including English. Some students without a credit in English would sign up for the English course at TAR University College. Most private universities and colleges in Malaysia only require a Pass in English. That’s the only college in Malaysia that requires 5 SPM credits to enter into all of their diploma courses. Students with 3 SPM credits can only enter into the Certificate courses at TAR UC for 1 year 4 months before entering into the Diploma courses.
Grading System
| SPM | UEC | O-Levels | STPM | A-Levels |
| A+ | A1 | A | A | A |
| A | A2 | B | A- | B |
| A- | B3 | C | B+ | C |
| B+ | B4 | D | B | D |
| B | B5 | E | B- | E |
| C+ | B6 | U – Ungraded | C+ | F |
| C | C7 | C | ||
| D | C8 | C- | ||
| E | D+ | |||
| G | D |
PTPN Loan for Computer Studies, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) Diploma Course in Malaysia
One advantage of taking the Diploma is that you can apply for the PTPTN loan. You cannot apply for the PTPTN loan for the Foundation course. In addition, for the Diploma, you would be studying subjects that you like.
Transferring your Diploma in Information Technology (IT) to a Degree Course in Malaysia
Chin Mun & Li Ching, Business Computing at Asia Pacific University
If you had taken a diploma course, you can transfer your credits into Year 2 of a relevant degree. Taking the Diploma in Information Technology, you can generally be accepted into Year 2 of the Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computing, Cyber Security and other related degree programmes. At some universities, you may not get full exemptions as the subjects may not be similar, so you may have to enter into Year 1 second or final semester.
If you are continuing on to the degree programme at the same university after your diploma, there is no need to do an exemption as it will be automatic.
To perform the exemption exercise to transfer to another university for the degree, you will need to submit the transcripts, course outline for all the subjects that you have taken at the college or university, Letter of Completion and SPM or O-Levels Certificate.
It will take some time to perform the exemptions so you need to submit the documents early.
How to choose the right Computer Studies, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) Diploma Course in Malaysia?
Hou Tung, Diploma in IT at First City University College
A lot of students assume that all Diploma in Information Technology (IT) courses at the universities in Malaysia are the same. They are not. It is important when choosing the Computer Studies, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) diploma, to look at the subjects offered.
Some Diploma in IT are more multimedia based while others focus on programming. Some universities in Malaysia could have a diploma with a specialism in software engineering. You have to decide which area you want to focus on in your future career before choosing the college or university, if not, you will end up with a diploma but without the necessary knowledge and skills in IT.
This is important because during interviews for IT jobs, you will be given a test to assess your knowledge in IT. If you do not pass that test, you will not move on to be interviewed. IT is not like a business course, it is technical. If you do not have the necessary knowledge and skills, you will not go far in your career.
A lot of students make the mistake in choosing a cheap university or college in Malaysia because they assume that all Information Technology (IT) diplomas are the same so there is no need to invest more. In saving a few thousand Ringgit for the few years in the diploma, they are throwing away hundreds of thousands in salary increments and promotions for the next 50 years of their work life because they did not gain the knowledge and skills that a good university would provide for them.
What will I study in a Computer Studies, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) diploma Course in Malaysia?
Horng Yarng, Diploma in ICT at Asia Pacific University
A diploma in Information Technology course provides general knowledge and skills in IT, programming, databases, multimedia and networks. The Diploma in Information Technology equips students with a strong grounding in the basic skills as well as providing a theoretical understanding which is important for an IT graduate.
Students will be exposed to JAVA programming, VB.net, HTML, J2ME, Java Scripting as well as networking and business communication. The modules lead into all aspects of software applications; internet technology; multimedia technology; information systems; operating systems; systems methodologies; visual programming; and database management systems.
Other non-IT courses such as marketing, business communication and problem-solving, among others, are included in the course so that students are equipped with transferable skills that will enable them to work efficiently both independently and in teams.
Students will normally take about 24-25 subjects not including the MQA subjects which are Bahasa Kebangsaan, Moral, and Pengajian Malaysia. The MQA subjects are compulsory at all colleges and universities.
In the Computer Studies, Computing, or Information Technology (IT) diploma you will learn a bit about all the components of the IT or computing field. So, you don’t need to worry about which specialisation yet for your diploma. After completing the diploma, you will have a clearer picture on whether you want to specialise in software engineering, computer science, networking, cyber security, etc.
Sample of subjects that can be found in a Diploma in IT or Diploma in Computing Programmes at Top Universities in Malaysia
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So, Which is the Best College or University in Malaysia to studyComputer Studies, Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering or Information Technology (IT) Diploma Course?
Mak, Ong & Chaw – Diploma in Information Technology (IT) at Multimedia University (MMU)
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