This degree prepares you for careers in computing by equipping you with essential skills in software development, network administration, and system management. You’ll build a solid foundation in programming with C and Java, covering core concepts like object orientation, algorithms, and operating systems, while developing Linux expertise from basic to advanced levels. 

The course offers specialisations in computer science, cyber security, and software engineering, with a focus on the convergence of IT, IoT, embedded systems, telecommunications, and real-time systems. Networking modules align with industry standards, and Curtin Malaysia’s status as a premier Cisco-certified provider gives you the opportunity to earn additional Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications. 

You’ll gain hands-on experience in network design, management, and technical support, along with practical exposure to modern computing through electives in software engineering and cyber security. Close ties with industry partners ensure relevant course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to help launch your career. 

Why Computer Systems and Networking? 

• Computer Systems and Networking graduates are highly sought after both nationally and internationally. 
• The course offers a carefully designed curriculum for you to learn various CISCO components. 
• The course offers industry-based skills and experience. 
• Curtin Malaysia is one of the premier Cisco-certified providers in East Malaysia, allowing students to obtain Cisco Certified Network Associate and other CISCO qualifications. 

Entry requirements

Minimum English language entry requirements

Cut-off scores

Cut-off scores key:

GCE : General Certificate of Education
STPM : Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia
IB : International Baccalaureate
ATAR : Australian Tertiary Admission Rank – applicable to all Australian matriculation
HKDSE : Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education
India : Includes All India Senior School Certificate awarded by The Central Board of Secondary School Education (CBSE), Indian School Certificate (ISC) awarded by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), Higher School Certificate (HSC) awarded by one of the State Secondary School Boards. Certificates awarded by the CBSE and the CISCE are generally considered to represent a higher level of achievement than state certificates.
Sri Lanka : GCE ‘A’ level issued by the Department of Examinations

Score Conversion for Advanced level/GCE/GCSE:
Grades awarded from 2010 onwards: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1
Grades awarded up to 2009: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1
AS Levels equal half of that of an Advanced Level, e.g. 3 points for an A*, 2.5 points for an A (prior to 2010)

Subject Grades Conversion for STPM : A=5, A- =4, B+ =4, B=3, B- =2, C+ = 2, C=1

The following UEC subjects are included in the aggregate of best five subject:
• Mathematics • Advance Mathematics I • Advance Mathematics II • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • Business Studies • Bookkeeping and Accounts • Accounting
• Economics • History • Geography • Computing and Information Technology

Note: scores for individual prerequisites may be taken into consideration for assessment purposes.

Course Prerequisites

Mathematics.

Professional recognition

• Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
• Engineers Australia (EA)
• Able to obtain *CISCO certification through external exam

CISCO Career Certifications

Cisco Systems sponsors a line of IT Professional certifications for Cisco products. There are five levels of certification: Entry (CCENT), Associate (CCNA / CCDA), Professional (CCNP / CCDP), Expert (CCIE / CCDE), and recently Architect, as well as eight different paths, Routing & Switching, Design, Network Security, Service Provider, Service Provider Operations, Storage Networking, Voice, Datacenter and Wireless. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching is a certification program for entry-level network engineers that helps maximize your investment in foundational networking knowledge and increase the value of your employer’s network. CCNA Routing and Switching is for Network Specialists, Network Administrators, and Network Support Engineers with 1-3 years of experience. The CCNA Routing and Switching validates the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size routed and switched networks.

Source:

The Cisco Learning Network. 2014. Cisco Systems Inc. Accessed September 11, http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/certifications/associate/ccna/index.html.

Credit for previous study

Diploma applications will be treated on case to case basis.

Career opportunities

• Applications System Designer
• Database Design Specialist
• Network Designer
• Operations Systems Designer
• Software Designer
• Computer Network Administrator
• Systems Designer (Research)
• Systems Analyst
• Computer Systems Officer
• Computer Systems Analyst

Course structure