Sunway University

Overview of BSc (Hons) in Computer Science in Sunway University Malaysia

A computer science graduate will likely pursue careers with little direct interaction with users, such as in the design and development of systems infrastructure, software or application technologies such as web browsers or databases. This programme has been developed according to the Malaysian Qualifications Agency Programme Standards for Computing and the Curriculum Guidelines for Undergraduate Degree Programs in Computer Science published by the ACM-IEEE CS (Association for Computing Machinery and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Computer Society). It is designed to ensure that graduates are well equipped with the knowledge, principles and skills in developing new technological and innovative solutions in the field of Computer Science. 

The curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation of computer science, allowing you to gain technical knowledge such as theoretical algorithmic foundations to develop cutting-edge software or computing solutions. During your studies, you will also have the opportunity to perform a range of activities such as analysing, modelling, designing, developing and evaluating computing solutions. There are also electives in specialised areas such as computer vision and computer security. 

On successful completion of the programme, the graduates will also be awarded with a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.

Career Opportunity of BSc (Hons) in Computer Science in Sunway University Malaysia

• Chief Technology Officer
• Game Developer
• Mobile App Developer
• Software Architect/ Software Engineer
• System Designer

Course Outline of BSc (Hons) in Computer Science in Sunway University Malaysia

YEAR 1

• Database Fundamentals
• Programming Principles
• Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals
• Computer Mathematics
• Computer Organisation
• English for Computer Technology Studies
• Web Fundamentals
• Networking Principles

YEAR 2

• Data Structures & Algorithms
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Software Engineering
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Digital Image Processing
• Operating System Fundamental
• Communication Skills
• Social & Professional Responsibilities
• Computing Electives I & II
• Non-Computing Elective II
• Computer Network

YEAR 3

• Distributed Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Internship
• Capstone Project 1 & 2
• Computing Electives III & IV
• Non-Computing Elective III

Entry Requirement of BSc (Hons) in Computer Science in Sunway University Malaysia

STPM
Average C+ or CGPA 2.33 (minimum 2 Principals)

A-Level
Minimum 12 points

Australian Matriculation
ATAR 60

Canadian Matriculation
60%

Monash University Foundation Year
60%

Sunway Foundation in Arts
CGPA 2.3

Sunway Foundation in Science Technology
CGPA 2.3

Unified Examination Certificate
Maximum 26 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs including Mathematics)

International Baccalaureate
Completed with minimum 25 points (excluding bonus points)

Sunway Diploma Studies
CAVG 55% or CGPA 2.50
* Students may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.

Other Qualifications
Any other equivalent qualifications. Applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis

Specific Requirements

Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM or its equivalent

Graduates from Foundation/Matriculation programmes without a credit in Additional Mathematics subject at SPM level to enrol and Pass a Mathematics Enhancement subject offered by the programme; and credit in Mathematics and one subject from either Science, Technology or Engineering discipline at SPM level

Note: Above requirements can be excluded if the Foundation/Matriculation programmes offered a Mathematics subject and the achievements are equivalent/higher than a requirement of a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level.