Program Overview

FACULTY OF AI & ROBOTICS

Diploma in Information Technology

Programme Overview

The Diploma in Information Technology is offered to cultivate the Information Technology (IT) generation to fit the rapid growth of the IT industry and to fulfil the high demand for its professions in Malaysia and ASEAN in the coming years. The programme aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge, practical application, and problem-solving skills to perform as effective Information Technology practitioners. The students will be able to develop the ability to apply information technology knowledge and skills in analysing, designing and developing information technology solutions.

Programme Length and Credit

• Programme Length: 2 Years 4 Months
• Programme Credit: 90 Credit Hours

Intakes

• January
• May
• September

Career Opportunities

• Data Analyst
• Data Scientist
• Software Developer
• Application Developer
• Information Security Analyst
• Digital Transformation Specialists
• Systems Administrator
• Applications Programmer

Programme Modules

Year 1

• Principles of Computer Programming
• Statistics
• Computer Organisation and Architecture
• System Analysis and Design
• Discrete Mathematics
• Operating Systems
• Databases
• Calculus and Algebra
• Data Communications
• Computer Security
• Information Technology Essentials
• Object Oriented Programming

Year 2

• Computer Networks
• Web Programming
• Cloud Computing
• Elective
• Mobile Applications Development
• Ethics and Professional Practice in Computing
• Internet of Things
• Integrity and Anti-Corruption
• Project
• UI/UX Design
• Ethics Appreciation and Civilisation / Malay Language Communication 1
• Teamwork and Leadership/ Bahasa Kebangsaan A

Year 3

• Professional Attachment

Elective Modules

• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Operation
• Business Portfolio
• Psychology of Learning
• Digital Image Processing
• UI / UX Design
• Gen-AI for Design Exploration
• Digital Photography

Entry Requirements

• SPM: Pass with at least 3 Credits in any subjects inclusive of Mathematics or equivalent
• O-level: minimum 3 Credits(C) including Mathematics
• UEC: Pass with a minimum of Grade B in at least three (3) subjects inclusive of Mathematics
• STPM: Pass with a minimum of Grade C (CGPA 2.0) AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent
• A-level: Pass with 1 subject (D) AND Credit (C) in Mathematics at SPM level
• STAM: Pass with a minimum Maqbul AND a credit in Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent
• SKM Level 3: Pass in related field (Candidates without Mathematics can be admitted subject to a thorough rigorous assessment)
• Certificate (MQF Level 3) in related field: minimum CPGA 2.00

English Requirement

• Malaysian Student: No Minimum English Requirement
• International Student: IELTS: 4.0, TOEFL Essentials (Online): 5, TOEFL iBT: 30-31, PTE: 36, MUET: Band 3, Cambridge English / Linguaskill: 140

Fee Structure

• Malaysian Student: Contact us to receive the latest information about the tuition fee
• International Student: Application Fee: RM4,500, Admission Fee: RM11,500, Administration Fee: RM1,000, Indicative Tuition Fee: RM38,000, Total Fee: RM55,000 (Approx. USD 12,500)

Research Areas

• Waste Clarification
• RU ALUMNI – Alumni Management System
• Full Stack Web Application – Student Study Plan Management

Testimonials

• Yogendran A/L Govikrishnan, BAI (2024): "Raffles University has not only provided me with top-tier education but also propelled my professional journey forward. With the solid foundation laid by Raffles University, I am now ready to venture into the future of AI and robotics, driven by a passion to push the boundaries of what is possible and inspired to make a meaningful impact on the world."