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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science with a specialism in Digital Forensics

About APU

Why choose APU?

Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University

No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2025)

5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)

100% Employability Rate

Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World

More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni

Dual Degree

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

Latest Technologies

More Than Just A Computer Science Degree

APU’s BSc (Hons) In Computer Science with a specialism in Digital Forensics degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0.

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Digital Transformation for IR4.0

Requirements

Admission Requirements

General Requirements

Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree

STPM

2 Passes in STPM in Science stream with minimum Grade C (GPA 2.0) in Mathematics and one Science or ICT Subject.OR

2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM.OR

2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a credit in Mathematics and any one Science or ICT subjects at SPM. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

A-Level

2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level in Science stream with a Pass in Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject.OR

2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent.OR

2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level with a Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT subjects at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.
*Overseas qualification that are equivalent to 12th Grade/A Level/HSC are accepted.

UEC

5 Grade B Passes in UEC in Science Stream in any subject including Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject.

5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subject including Additional Mathematics.

5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects with Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT Subject at SPM or equivalent. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

Matriculation/ Foundation

A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent.

Note: The requirement for the Additional Mathematics can be exempted if the Matriculation or Foundation offers Mathematics module which is equivalent or higher requirement than the Additional Mathematics at SPM level.

OR

A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 and a Credit in Mathematics and Science or ICT subject at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent. Candidates need to do a Pre-Requisite module in Further Mathematics or equivalent in the first semester of Degree Programme.

Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree

ICT Related Diplomas

Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50.

Note: Student with CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board.

Note: Students who do not have a Credit in Additional Mathematics in SPM/O-Level/IGCSE but have an acceptable achievement in Mathematics related subjects during the Foundation which may be equivalent to SPM/O-Level/IGCSE Additional Mathematics, can be accepted into Degree Programmes. Students can be given preferential entry for ICT related subject in SPM/O-Level/ IGCSE.

Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the “Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)” published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

English Requirements

International Students

IELTS : 5.0

TOEFL IBT : 40

Pearson (PTE) : 47

MUET : Band 3.5

Programme Outline

What We Teach

This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:

The ability to develop technical knowledge, skills and background in the design and organisation of computer systems with an emphasis on digital forensics.

The ability to critically evaluate design paradigms, languages, algorithms, and techniques used to perform advanced digital forensics investigation and incident response.

The ability to evaluate and respond to opportunities for developing and exploiting new technologies with digital forensics methods and tools.

Degree Level 1

Students will learn fundamental skills required by every IT professional, and the basic understanding of programming, mathematical and algorithmic skills. A sound grasp of mathematical techniques and skills in algorithmic thinking are important pre-requisites for their second and third year studies in this area. Computer Architecture, operating systems, networks, databases, security and forensic technologies are the underlying platform of digital forensics investigation. Introduction to management introduces the third key area, understanding personal and organisational development, along with independent learning and team working skills.

Common Modules

Introduction to Networking

Systems Software and Computing Concepts

Introduction to Databases

Python Programming

Systems Analysis and Design

Integrated Computer Systems

Fundamental of Entrepreneurship

Specialised Modules

Digital Thinking and Innovation

Mathematical Concepts for Computing

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Introduction to Security and Forensic Technology

Degree Level 2

A broader range of skills will be learnt, in which students will be involved in designing and implementing software, devising new ways to use computers and developing effective ways to solve computing problems. It spans a wide range, from theoretical and algorithmic foundations to cutting edge developments in all areas of computing. Successful professionals with a degree in computer science are flexible in performing a range of computing tasks, and extend theories and practice in every area of computing. In the second year, the core modules take development skills to the next level and deepen the understanding of platform technology, while specialised modules will allow them to go further into advanced forensic methods, ethical hacking and incident response.

Common Modules

Innovation Process

Research Methods for Computing & Technology

Specialised Modules

Systems and Network Administration

System Development Methods

Object Oriented Development with Java

Web Applications

Concurrent Programming

Computer Systems Low Level Technique

Data Structures

Advanced Forensics Methods

Practical CTF Strategies

Ethical Hacking & Incident Response

Internship (16 Weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

Degree Level 3

Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of computer science and to refine their personal and professional development. Students will move further into the focus on advanced programming techniques and algorithms, and evaluating applications at the frontiers of current technology. Specialised modules allows them to extend the capabilities developed from previous studies of forensics methods and incident response specifically in the area of advanced cyber security, penetration testing, mobile forensics, deep learning for intrusion detection as well as legal and professional practice in the cyber world. A final year project requires them to investigate and develop a solution for a real-world problem – they will demonstrate their ability to combine technical knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills to produce a personal achievement portfolio.

Common Modules

Project Management

Venture Building

Specialised Modules

Investigations in Digital Forensics

Algorithmics

User Experience

Advanced Database Systems

Penetration Testing

Deep Learning for Intrusion Detection

Advanced Cyber Security

Legal & Professional Practice in the Cyber World

Project in Digital Forensics

MQA Compulsory Subjects*

Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)

Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)

Philosophy and Current Issues

Workplace Professional Skills

Integrity and Anti-corruption

Co-Curriculum

(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
Note: The specialism will appear only in the academic transcript.