BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering
About
This course provides an opportunity for students to be familiar with the tools and rigorous methodologies used to develop mission-critical and safety-critical software systems. This program is specifically designed to equip students with:
- A solid understanding of the tools and methodologies employed in developing mission-critical and safety-critical software systems.
- The skills to critically analyze design approaches, programming languages, algorithms, and techniques used in large-scale, complex software development.
- A comprehensive appreciation for the significance of software architecture, testing, documentation, and maintainability.
Key facts
Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
Study mode | Full-time |
Duration | 3 years |
Intakes | March, July, September |
Tuition (Local students) | RM 102,200 |
Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 104,600 |
Subjects
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Information Tech (IT)
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Software Engineering
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
Description | Local students | Foreign students |
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Tuition fee | RM 102,200 | RM 104,600 |
Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
Total estimated cost of attendance | RM 102,200 | RM 104,600 |
Estimated cost per year | RM 34,067 | RM 34,867 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
Description | Amount |
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Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
Enrollment Fees | RM 800 |
Foreign students
Description | Amount |
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Application & Student Visa Fees
STAGE 1 (Payable upon acceptance of offer) RM 2,650 (approx. USD 620)* is payable when you have accepted the offer. This fee includes Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees. This also entitles you to airport assistance and transfer to the University/accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted. STAGE 2 (Payable upon Student Pass Visa Approval) RM 1,500 (approx. USD 350)* is payable once your Student Pass is approved. This fee includes the post-arrival processing fee, EMGS medical check-up in Malaysia, Medical Insurance for a year, i-Kad (International Student Card issued by Immigration Malaysia) charged to ALL International students in Malaysia, Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVal), and the Student Pass Fees for one-year. The i-Kad issued by Immigration Malaysia will enable students to avoid having to carry their passports around for identification purposes and will be tied to their Student Pass Validity and will be re-issued at visa renewal. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the Student Pass Visa Approval Letter (VAL) has been issued by EMGS. |
RM 4,150 |
International Student Registration & Administrative Fees
A fee of RM 5,000 is payable as registration & administrative fee for International Students. The Fees includes Student ID Card Fee for the duration of the course. |
RM 5,000 |
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
Personal Bond (refundable) | RM 1,000 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
General Requirements
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
STPM |
• 2 Passes in STPM in Science stream with minimum Grade C (GPA 2.0) in Mathematics and one Science or ICT Subject. |
A-LEVEL Overseas qualification that are equivalent to 12th Grade/A Level/HSC are accepted. |
• 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level in Science stream with a Pass in Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject. |
UEC |
• 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subject including Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject. |
FOUNDATION/ |
• A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent. Note:The requirement for the Additional Mathematics can be exempted if the Matriculation or Foundation offers Mathematics module which is equivalent or higher requirement than the Additional Mathematics at SPM level.
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DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |
ICT RELATED DIPLOMAS |
• Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Note:Student with CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board. |
Note:Students who do not have a Credit in Additional Mathematics in SPM/O-Level/IGCSE but have an acceptable achievement in Mathematics related subjects during the Foundation which may be equivalent to SPM/O-Level/IGCSE Additional Mathematics, can be accepted into Degree Programmes. Students can be given preferential entry for ICT related subject in SPM/O-Level/ IGCSE.
English Requirements
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
• IELTS : 5.0 |
Curriculum
Year 1 Common Modules
- Introduction to Networking
- Systems Software and Computing Concepts
- Introduction to Databases
- Python Programming
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Integrated Computer Systems
- Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
Specialised Modules
- Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Mathematical Concepts for Computing
Elective modules
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Fundamentals of Web Design & Development
Year 2 Common Modules
- Innovation Process
- Research Methods For Computing and Technology
Specialised Modules:
- Programming for Data Analysis
- System Development Methods
- Object Oriented Development with Java
- Requirements Engineering
- Enterprise Systems
- Data Structures
- Software Testing
- Software Architecture
- Design Methods
Elective Modules (Choose 1):
- Concurrent Programming
- Further Web Design & Development
- Mobile App Engineering
Internship (16 weeks)
After the completion of Level 2 students will undertake a short Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 12 weeks. This will prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the world of Software Engineering.
Year 3 Common Modules
- Venture Building
- Development and Operations
Specialised Modules:
- Investigations in Software Engineering
- Project Management
- Design Patterns
- Software Quality Engineering
- User Experience
- Project in Software Engineering
- Designing and Developing Applications on Cloud
Elective Modules (Choose 1):
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- Distributed Computer Systems OR Enterprise Programming for Distributed Applications OR Blockchain Development
- Advanced Database Systems OR Optimisation and Deep Learning
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