Overview
IT programmes at HELP University 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 gain the technical knowledge and skills to succeed in the demanding Information Technology industry.
The Diploma in Information Technology encompasses a thorough grounding in the fundamental skills and a theoretical understanding of IT. 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.
Why study Diploma in Information Technology at HELP?
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Credit transfer programmes – HELP has a comprehensive credit transfer programme with top universities in Australia and New Zealand, UK and China.
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Industry endorsed programmes – Industry Advisory Board (IAB) provides advice to align curriculum with industry’s needs to ensure graduates’ employability.
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Internships – Robust linkages with the industry to provide internships for undergraduates and graduates.
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Industry experts – Expert guest lecturers from the industry.
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Great career prospects – 99.99% employability for graduates. Our graduates have been employed by Accenture, Shell, Astro, Star, Maxis, HP, Intel, Citibank, IBM, etc.
Programme Overview
Structure
These are the subjects and electives that you will take as part of the programme.
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
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)
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- Calculus and Linear Algebra
- Interactive Media Applications
- Fundamentals of Data Analytics
- Mobile App Development
- Organisations and Management
- Principles of Marketing
MPU
4 COMPULSORY MPU COURSES
MPU1
- MPU2163 Pengajian Malaysia 2 (Malaysian students)
- MPU2133 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International students)
MPU2 (CHOOSE 1)
- MPU2213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A (for Malaysian students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
- MPU2263 Communication I
MPU3
- MPU2313 Introduction to Malaysian Tourism
MPU4 (CHOOSE 1)
- MPU2412 Co-curriculum (Sports 1)
- MPU2422 Co-curriculum (Community Service 1)
- MPU2432 Co-curriculum (Event Management 1)
Assessment
Coursework and Assignments – 50%
Final examination – 50%
Total – 100%
You will need to fulfill one of these entry requirements to join the programme.
Entry Requirements
- Possess SPM with at least THREE (3) credits in any subjects (inclusive of Mathematics or anyequivalent qualification);Â 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;Â OR
- Possess SKM Level 3 and a credit inMathematics at SPM level or its equivalent;Â OR
- A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in any qualificationwith at least a CGPA of 2.00;Â OR
- A pass in any qualification equivalent tocertificate (Level 3, MQF);Â OR
- Other relevant & equivalent qualificationsrecognised by the Malaysian Government.
Notes:
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- 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.
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Here are the career pathways for graduates who complete the Diploma in Information Technology programme.Â
Possible Career Pathways
- Computer Support
- IT Support Technician
- Desktop Support
- IT Associate
- Network administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Programmer
- Network Implementation Technician
- Systems Analyst
- Computer Network Architects
- Software Development
- Software Engineer
- Web Development
