Bachelor of Information Systems (Honours) (Data Analytics)

Highlights about course

Program Level

Bachelor

Duration

3 Years

Tuition Fees

RM39,100

Intake

April, February, September

Overview

The programme focuses on the development of analytical skills in the study of technologies applied to big data. Harnessing and analysing massive data creates significant value for organisations and it has become the basis for decision-making to achieve greater efficiency while spearheading constant innovation. During their studies, students will solve practical and real-world problems of companies utilising data sets in the presence of analytics experts.

On successful completion of the programme, graduates will also be awarded a degree from Lancaster University. Graduates are awarded three certificates: one from Sunway University, one from Lancaster University, and a Joint Certificate from SAS Academy, namely the SAS Joint Certificate in Big Data with Advanced Techniques in Data Science.

On top of that, The Alibaba syllabus, which focuses on the digital economy and e-commerce, has been incorporated into this programme. With the Alibaba collaboration, there are more opportunities and platforms that could aspire young entrepreneurs and start-ups to develop their business ideas.

Distinctive Sunway Experience

In this programme, students will be awarded a SAS Joint Certificate in Big Data with Advanced Techniques in Data Science and an academic digital badge to validate their knowledge. As one of the Top 10 Most Prominent Data Science Institutes*, Sunway students learn innovative ways to use and leverage data to generate actionable outcomes across a variety of industries.

Python and R languages and the SAS tools are taught in the programme.
The collaboration with AWS and Alibaba GET enhance & provide students a 360 degree view of analytics knowledge and skills.

Programme Structure

Computer Organisation
Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery Fundamentals
Database Fundamentals
English for Computer Technology Studies
Information Systems Concepts
Linear Algebra and Applications
Networking Principles
Operating System Fundamentals
Programming Principles
Analytics Engineering
Communcation Skills
Enterprise Architecture
Entrepreneurial Mindset & Skills
Free Electives (Choose 3)
Information Systems Analytics & Design
Statistics for Data Analytics
Social and Web Analytics
Advanced Business Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Big Data Analytics in the Cloud
Business Intelligence Systems
Capstone Project 1 & 2
Data Mining & Knowledge Discovery
Database Management Systems
Internship
Project Management
  • Note: Electives offered are subject to change 
Digital Economy
Startup Foundry
Principles of Entrepreneurship

 

For Local Students

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)/ Critical Thinking
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Philosophy and Current Issues

 

For International Students

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Critical Thinking
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption
  • Malay Language for Communication 2

Entry Requirements

STPM

Average C or GP 2.00 (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 
 

Other Qualifications

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

APEL.A

An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning) 
(Click on this link for further information on APEL.A)

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 certificate 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
  • 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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