Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Information System Security

Course Details

• Full Time
• Duration: 3 years
• Intake Date: 17 July 2025, 29 September 2025, 25 November 2025
• Awarding Body: APU, Malaysia

Why choose APU?

• Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
• 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 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology
• APU's Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Information System Security degree is designed to provide you an edge with the latest technologies that are in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0.

Admission Requirements

• General Requirements
• Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree
• STPM: 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM.
• A-Level: 2 Passes in A-Level and with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent.
• UEC: 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects including Mathematics.
• Matriculation/ Foundation: A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE/ O-Level or its equivalent.
• Other Diplomas: Diploma in Science, Technology or Business studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and with Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE or its equivalent, can be admitted subject to rigorous assessment conducted by APU.

Programme Outline

• What We Teach
• This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
  • Familiarity with a broad range of information technologies and how they are used.
  • A specialised and focused emphasis on information systems security as it applies in contemporary industry.
  • The skills and knowledge required to critically evaluate and refine information systems security strategies and programmes.

Degree Level 1

• Students will learn fundamental skills required by every IT professional, and the basic understanding of the underlying computer system through Computer Architecture, operating systems, networking and databases.
• Some specialised modules will provide them basic knowledge of security and computer forensics.
• The modules will also help them develop personal and organisational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation.

Common Modules

• Introduction to Databases
• Introduction to Networking
• System Software and Computing Concepts
• Python Programming
• Digital Thinking and Innovation
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Integrated Computer Systems
• Mathematical Concepts for Computing
• Introduction to Security and Forensic Technologies
• Fundamental of Entrepreneurship

Specialised Modules

• Fundamentals of Web Design and Development

Degree Level 2

• A broader range of skills will be learnt, in which students will gain a better understanding of frameworks and planning techniques for the strategic management of information systems, along with specialised skills and knowledge required to critically evaluate and refine information systems security strategies and programmes.
• Students will gain solid technical knowledge of computer systems security with the appreciation to human security policies and actions.
• We will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace.

Common Modules

• Programming for Data Analysis
• System Development Methods
• Object Oriented Development with Java
• Innovation Process
• Mobile and Wireless Technology
• Concurrent Programming
• Human Computer Interaction
• Web Applications
• Research Methods for Computing and Technology

Specialised Modules

• System & Network Administration
• Network Security
• 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 will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in a broad range of information technologies and to refine their personal and professional development.
• Students will enhance their programming skills and move further into the areas of cloud computing and big data.
• 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
• Advanced Database
• Critical Issues in Managing Information Systems in Organisations
• Cloud Infrastructure and Services

Specialised Modules

• Computer Systems Security
• Penetration Testing
• Database Security
• Wireless and Mobile Security
• Investigations in Information System Security
• Information Systems Security Project

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

AWS Academy Member Institution

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most broadly adopted cloud platform offering several fully featured services from data centers globally.
• As an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy member institution, Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation offers the AWS Academy cloud computing curriculum through its multi-disciplinary IT degree options that prepares students to pursue careers in the fast-growing cloud computing space and industry-recognized AWS Certifications.

Career Option with AWS Academy Member Institution

• Cloud Architect
• Systems Engineer
• Systems Analyst
• DevOps Engineer
• Reliability Engineer
• Build Engineer
• Software Developer
• System Architect
• Software Development Manager
• IT Manager
• Data Innovation Manager
• Machine Learning Scientist
• Business Process Engineer
• Data Wrangler / Munger / Miner
• Business Intelligence Manager
• Analytics & Reporting Manager
• Decision Analytics Manager

Fees & Certification

• Malaysian: RM32,900 (Year 1), RM34,000 (Year 2), RM35,300 (Year 3), RM102,200 (Total)
• International: RM33,600 (Year 1), RM34,800 (Year 2), RM36,200 (Year 3), RM104,600 (Total)
• MQA Cert: Programme code: (R3/0611/6/0038)(08/30)(A6210)