COMPUTING
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ABOUT KDU As a pioneer in private, tertiary education in the region, KDU University College sets itself apart by focusing on quality partnering with top universities around the world. With more than 48,000 alumni, KDU has built a strong presence in the region and continues to inspire its students to greater heights. VISION - The premier learning organisation that sparks curiosity, inspires success and promotes responsibility.
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OUR PROMISE With the pervasiveness of IT in the world today and the advancing speed it is moving at, keeping an open mind is necessary in accepting new technology and challenges. Everything now is on the go. Keeping abreast with technology keeps you ahead and keeps you learning. This is something the Department of Computing continually stresses on, be it to students or the faculty. As a dynamic and ever-growing team, the Department of Computing takes on a collaborative approach to educate our students to be leaders of tomorrow and to drive the digital future. Out with the old one-way methods of education and in with our new approach, where classroom communication is encouraged so that development of ideas and collaborative ventures can be forged, and students will not only be able to learn, but be inspired by what they have learnt. For us, our collaborative approach takes on three angles and we strive to develop the capabilities of and converge with individuals, enterprises and communities. We believe in equipping individual students to be successful citizens in a globalised digital world, and we strive to build strong, enterprising and exciting partnerships with the industry and keep our relevance in this ever changing society. “We Drive the Digital Future�
// Evie Siang Academic Department Head – Department of Computing, School of Computing, Communication & Media Studies
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COMPUTING
What comes to mind when you are dreaming of your future? Do you want to manage your own IT firm? Managing vital information at your fingertips daily? Perhaps you see yourself reaching your audience through the Internet? Information Technology has revolutionised the world’s marketplace with its dynamic and innovative automation systems that are the driving force behind every industry. Organisations worldwide are proactively seeking highly skilled and qualified graduates to meet the demands of this competitive field. The internet and technology age is one that is constantly advancing. If you see yourself as a part of this fast growing field, join us and discover the endless opportunities we have to offer.
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Career Options Network Administrator Solution Deliver Manager Research Officer Consultants IT Manager IT Marketing Manager Project Manager Chief Information Officer Chief Technology Officer
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STUDY ROUTE
SPM / O-Level / Equivalent
KDU Foundation Studies / STPM / UEC / A-Level / AUSMAT / Equivalent
KDU Diploma in Computer Studies / Business Computing
Northumbria University (3+0) Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computing Studies
KDU University College Bachelor of Computing (Hons)
Entry with advanced standing
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ALUMNI Regardless of academia or life in general, KDU believes that people should learn more from people and not just from books. Here at KDU, the lessons are learnt but the people are celebrated for the inspiration they bring to each other.
// Lum Yan Yan
// Joyce Chong
// Novianto Kho
Graduate of 2010, Application Suport Analyst, Citibank.
First Class Honours Graduate of 2005 Project Manager, Shell Malaysia
First Class Honours Graduate of 2010 Web Application Developer, Inmagine
My work at a leading global financial services company requires me to deal with the day-to-day processing of data for operational and reporting purposes. The Northumbria University degree programme was invaluable in equipping me with the skill set every IT professional needs, including programming, database management, design and implementation as well as management and organisational skills. This programme teaches vital foundational knowledge that will prepare anyone embarking on a career in IT for the challenges of this everchanging and revolutionary industry.
Prior to my graduation, the economy again took a dive with high unemployment rate. I was surprised that I’ve received a few job offers with only just my past semester results and internship experience. Since graduation, I have had worked as a Java Programmer, IT Security Technical Consultant, Business IT Analyst and now a Project Manager. I am glad that I’ve chosen the Northumbria degree programme in KDU as it provides a variety of subjects such as IT Programming, Management, Security, and Organizational Behaviour which helped me in my journey ascending the corporate ladder. I appreciate the commitment of the knowledgeable lecturers in KDU and the great support of my family. Without them, all these will still remain a dream. They’ve fulfilled my dreams.
I am through and through a product of KDU as I’ve pursued my entire course of studies here, from the diploma programme right up to my degree studies. One could say that I’m here at where I am today due to the support of my family and my friendly, helpful and patient lecturers in KDU who have guided me through my studies. During the course of my studies here, I was also a recipient of KDU Scholarship Foundation’s Merit Award, which spurred me to work harder in graduating with a flourish and achieving my dreams. And for that, I will always be thankful.
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KEY FACULTY MEMBERS
the Intercultural Head of School Programme Leader, KDU Degree Programme
// May Kang
Dr. James Kuake // Lecturer
Yang Chi Shian //
Lecturer Programme Leader, Diploma Programmes
// Law Foong Li
Lecturer
Julian Wong //
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// Hafizah Razak
Academic Department Head
// Evie Siang Programme Leader, Programme Leader, Franchise Degree Programme
Postgraduate Programme
// David Foo
// Jessie Chua Lecturer
Valen Foong // Lecturer
Leong Kuan Yew //
Lecturer
Sua Yen Nee //
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DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER STUDIES KPT/JPS(A7983)5/12
Interested in all things IT? Gain useful theoretical and programming knowledge in IT that will help prepare you for the industry with this course. Acquiring hands-on experience in programming languages using different systems platform, and being able to deal with the fundamentals of computer software and multimedia components of computing, will all be part of your learning experience. Discipline Core • Computer Fundamentals • Computing Mathematics • Internet and Web Technologies • Fundamentals of Programming • Database Systems • VB.Net Programming Electives • Business Application Development • E-Commerce Essentials • Computerized Accounting
Specialization • User Interface Design • Multimedia Authoring • Computer Security • Object Oriented Systems Analysis and Design • Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming • Java Programming • Networking and Operating System • Cloud Computing • Creative Computing • Mobile Technology • System Administration and Management`
Compulsory Subjects (only applicable to Malaysian students) • Bahasa Malaysia • Moral/Islamic Studies • Malaysian Studies
Why choose a KDU IT diploma? • KDU has partnerships with Sun, Oracle, Sage and Microsoft, which allows you insights to the industry. • The diploma programmes are transferable to major universities in Australia, UK and US. • Upon completion of the programme, you would have the option to pursue Year 3 in Northumbria University (UK) or Monash University (Malaysia).* • The diploma programmes are accredited by MQA. • KDU provides you with Industrial Placement and Job Placement
Duration : 2 years Location : KDU Damansara Jaya Campus
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Assistance. * conditions apply
DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS COMPUTING
KPT/JPS(A3669)07/14
The Diploma in Business Computing offers you an insight to how IT is utilised in the business world. Equipping you with both business knowledge and IT skills that drive the business world today, this diploma aims to enable you to exploit opportunities, create innovative business models, and develop IT application and solutions in the business computing environment. Discipline Core • Computer Fundamentals • Computing Mathematics • Internet and Web Technologies • Fundamentals of Programming • Database Systems • VB.Net Programming Electives • Cloud Computing • Mobile Technology • Computer Security
Specialization • User Interface Design • Multimedia Authoring • E-Commerce Essentials • Computerized Accounting • Organizational Management • Object Oriented Systems Analysis and Design • Fundamentals of Object Oriented Programming • Java Programming • Creative Computing • Business Application Development • Principles of Marketing
Compulsory Subjects (only applicable to Malaysian students) • Bahasa Malaysia • Moral/Islamic Studies • Malaysian Studies
Duration : 2 years Location : KDU Damansara Jaya Campus
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BACHELOR OF COMPUTING (HONS) KPT/JPS(PA 0432)07/16
The importance in any IT education is to be able to obtain skills not only in IT but to also encompass soft skills, business knowledge and the ability to lead, motivate and display confidence. Graduates who possess all of the above are not only in demand, but are also highly necessary in the world of IT today. KDU’s Bachelor of Computing (Hons.) aims to facilitate the steady demand for these career-ready graduates by providing room for you to enhance your computing skills, techniques and management, presentation skills, critical thinking, corporate ethics, as well as human capital management.
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// Year 1 • Academic English • Entrepreneurship • Computing Mathematics • .Net Programming (Fundamentals of Programming) • Academic English for Computing • Professional Development Planning • Corporate Social Responsibility • Database Systems • Java Programming Plus three (3) compulsory subjects // Year 2
MAJORS available // Software Engineering • Object Oriented Systems Analysis & Design • Usability Concepts • Internet & Web Development
• Advanced Java Programming • Database Administration • Data Structures & Algorithm • Integrative Consultancy Project
// Business Information Systems • E-Commerce & Virtual Organisations • Strategic Systems Management • Project Management
• Business Law • Business Statistics • Business Accounting • Integrative Consultancy Project
• Computer Architecture • Data Communication & Networking
// Multimedia Technology
• Usability Concepts
• Interactive Multimedia Authoring • Internet & Web Development • Multimedia Data Management • Creative Digital Audio & Video
• Networks & Operating Systems Programming • Data Structures & Algorithm
• Object Oriented Systems Analysis & Design • Advanced Java Programming • Database Administration
• Computer Graphics & Virtual Environments • Project Management • Integrative Consultancy Project Plus two (2) subjects from your chosen major(s) and/or electives // Year 3 • Research Methodology • Dissertation • Internship
// Networking • Network Security • Wireless Networks • Ethical Hacking & Countermeasures
• Computer Forensics • Network Design • Network Switching • Internet & Web Development
// Games Technology
Plus five (5) subjects from your chosen major(s) and/or electives
• Games Design & Programming • 3D Modelling & Animation • Games Development • Creative Digital Audio & Video
// General Electives:
Compulsory Subjects (only applicable to Malaysian students)
• Introduction to Business English • Introduction to Business Mandarin • Introductory French • Introductory German • General Psychology • General Sociology • Ethics: Introduction to Theory and Contemporary Issues • Personal Financial Literacy • Teaching at the Workplace • Introduction to Theatre and Drama
• Internet & Web Development • Object Oriented Systems Analysis & Design • Advanced Java Programming
Bahasa Malaysia Moral/Islamic Studies Malaysian Studies
Why choose a KDU IT degree? • Choice - attractive range of majors as well as electives offered. • Versatility - customised your own degree to the choice of your chosen major/s. • Flexibility - you can graduate with up to 2 majors.
Duration : 3 years Location : KDU Damansara Jaya Campus
• Certification - you will have at least 3 professional certification papers under your belt by the time you graduate.
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Northumbria University, UK Bachelor of Science (Hons) Computing Studies KPT/JPS(A4819)08/14
Fast-forward your career into a wide range of computer-related professional positions in technologycentred organisations with this cutting edge degree. Multidisciplinary and integrative, this course will train you to become skilled in developing and managing computer solutions, and knowledgeable in current and emergent technologies and business practices. This will culminate in a final project simulating real workplace experience, enhancing your employability in the industry.
// Year 1
// Year 2
// Year 3
• Programming 1
• Data Structures & Algorithm
• Professionalism & Ethical Practice
• Programming 2
• Database Programming
• Individual Project
• Computing Fundamentals
• Networks and Operating Systems
• Social & Current Issues in Computing
• Relational Databases
• System Design & Architecture
• Advanced Human Computer Interaction
• Web and Communication
• Foundations of HCI
• Intelligent Systems
• Systems Analysis
• Professional Development & Project Management • Dynamic Internet Technologies • Integrative Consultancy Project
Major in Software Development and Management • Effective Systems Development • Strategic Systems Management Major in Software Development and Multimedia • Advanced Multimedia Systems • Emerging Web Technology & Methods
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Duration : 3 years Location : KDU Damansara Jaya Campus
You should know that : • KDU has partnerships with Sun, Oracle, Sage and Microsoft, which allows you insights to the industry. • You are able to transfer to Northumbria University, UK, after completion of any level, should you wish. • The programme carries recognition from the British Computing Society. • The Northumbria University degree programme is accredited by MQA. • Northumbria University is ranked number 58 in the 2011 Times Good University Guide. • Our flexible and attractive industrial training allows you to gain industrial exposure with the IT industry as you study, so that you are able to relate theory with practical. Some of the organisations our students have been placed at include NCSI (Malaysia), at Quest Solution, Robert Bosch, Cyberview, Raqno Solutions, IDS Group, CMS I-Systems and many more.
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UNIVERSITY PARTNER
Northumbria University, UK Northumbria University, in Newcastle upon Tyne, is an expanding multicultural learning community, with excellent links with further and higher education, industry and commerce throughout the UK, Europe and beyond. Renowned for the excellence of its teaching, as well as for preparing students for the world of work, Northumbria also provides research opportunities for professional reflective practice.
INDUSTRY PARTNERS
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FACILITIES // Fully-equipped science labs // Computer labs and iMac labs
// Engineering Labs Embedded System & Microelectronic Lab
// WiFi-enabled campus
Communication Radio Lab
// Library
Control & Robotics
Electronic Lab
Electronic book databases
Electrical Power Lab
Electronic journal databases
Technical Workshop
Specialized electronic databases // LexisNexis - full text access to case laws
// Industrial Electronics & Automation Lab
// ACM Digital Library Full text access to publications of the Association of Computing Machinery // IEEE Computer Society Digital Library Full text access to publications of the IEEE Computer Society // Emedia (New Straits Times News Archives) // KDU Square Cafeteria // Service Restaurants Windows of Damansara - Fine Dining restaurant Connexions - Semi Buffet restaurant CafĂŠ 87
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// Test Measurement & Instrumentation Lab // Engineering Design & Drafting Lab
STUDENTS’ EXPERIENCE
All information in this prospectus is correct at the time of printing (October 2011) and is subject to change.
PRE-UNIVERSITY • AUSMAT • GCE A-Level • UNSW Foundation • Foundation in Business / Science / Engineering AMERICAN DEGREE PROGRAM BUSINESS • Dip. in Business Administration / Accountancy • KDU B. Business (Hons) • Murdoch University B. Commerce • Keele University B. Arts (Hons) Business Management • University of London B.Sc. Accounting with Law • University of Manchester B. Economics & Social Studies (Hons) COMMUNICATION & MEDIA STUDIES • Dip. in Mass Communication • KDU B. Communication (Hons) • Murdoch University B. Communication (Majors: Public Relations, Communication & Media Studies) COMPUTING • Dip. in Business Computing / Computer Studies • KDU B. Computing (Hons) • Northumbria University B.Sc. (Hons) in Computing Studies ENGINEERING • Dip. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering / Telecommunication & Computer Engineering • B. Engineering (Hons) (Majors: Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Communication & Electronics Engineering) • Northumbria University B. Engineering (Hons) in Electrical & Electronics Engineering HOSPITALITY, TOURISM & CULINARY ARTS • Dip. in Golf Resort Management • KDU B. Hospitality Management (Hons) KDU B. Culinary Management (Hons) • IMI University Centre Dip. in International Hotel & Tourism Management / Professional Chef Training / Culinary Arts • Higher Dip. in European Culinary Management • B. Arts in International Hotel & Tourism Management LAW • GCE A-Level (Pre-Law) • Oxford Brookes University LL.B (Hons) 2+1 • University of Tasmania LL.B (Hons) 1+3 • University of London, External LL.B (Hons) International Programme PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANCY • ACCA • CAT
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