Diploma in Information Technology

Course information

Course Name: Diploma in Information Technology  

Duration: 2 years 6 months 

Entry Requirements

  • Pass in SPM / SPMV or O’ level or equivalent with at least 3 credits including Maths
  • Pass SPM with 1 credit and Pass in SKM Level 3 or equivalent certificate in relevant field.
  • Pass in STPM with at least 1 Grade C in any subject

MOHE Approval Code: JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/P713 Jld 6(3)

MQA Accreditation Code: (R/481/4/0382)(FA3022)

Program Description

IT revolution is the driving force behind every industry seeking highly skilled & qualified graduates to meet the demands & challenges of the ever-changing competitive world. The demand for IT specialists will continue to grow in the present day borderless economies. 

The program is designed to equip students with up-to-date expertise in corporate information systems, Information & communication technolog<y (ICT), networks & operating systems, internet and interactive media, computer systems & networking, and software engineering. It also equips students with the necessary combination of knowledge and skills to assist in an organisation’s computing infrastructure and its users. Besides, it provides a broad knowledge base utilizing various technologies such as the development of websites and mobile applications, business & E-commerce applications, and managing databases and networks.

The program is also embedded with the relevant study skills and practices to develop effective communications skills which prepares to develop effective communication skills which prepares them for an entry level executive career particularly in the area of technical support, through the development of personal and interpersonal skills and particular, the ability to work independently or within a team, and technical capability and skills in IT-related industries. 

This Diploma program is recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) and is accredited by Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

Further Education

College assists in processing and obtaining admissions to advanced entry into the Bachelor Degree in the areas of IT at various universities locally or abroad. Diploma holders are normally accepted into the final year or 3rd year of a Bachelor degree program in various UK, US, Australian universities either locally or abroad.

Career Prospects

Graduates can seek employment in various IT or Commercial Firms as Programmers, IT Executive, Software Engineer, System Analyst, System Engineer, Database Administrator, Multimedia Designer, Network Designer, Network Engineer, Network Administrator, Network Infrastructure Designer, Web Designer, etc. Besides, those who would like to be entrepreneurs can start their own business in various IT-related sectors.

Fees

 

Normal Fee

Promotion Fee       

Malaysian Students

RM 24,000

RM 18,900/PTPTN

 

(PTPTN study loan available)

(Free laptop) * T&C apply

International Students

RM 28,000

RM 24,900

Subjects

·         English Communication

·         Bahasa Melayu Communication 1 

·         Bahasa Kebangsaan A / Thinking Skills

·         Malaysia Studies 2 (M’sian Students Only)

·         Co-Curriculum

·         Creative Thinking 

·         Comparative Ethics II 

·         Discrete Mathematics 

·         Computer Maintenance 

·         Database Management Systems

·         Data Communication & Networking 

·         Fundamentals of Bus. Organization 

·         Fundamental of Multimedia

·         Fundamental of Mathematics 

·         Internet Technology 

·         Management Information Systems 

·         Operating Systems       

·         Obj. Oriented Programming in Java

·         Principles of IT

·         Programming I & II

·         System Analysis & Design 

·         Software Project Management

·         Web Design

·         Final Year Project

·         Internship

Elective I (choose one) Multimedia 

– Basic 3D Animation

– Digital Imaging

– Advanced Web Technology

Elective II (choose one) Networking

– Networking Management & Maintenance

– Routing Technology

– Switching Technology

Malaysian students : Bahasa Kebangsaan A is compulsory only for SPM holders with no credits in BM

Note : Malaysian Students are required to take MQA compulsory subjects Malaysian studies, Moral Studies / Islamic Studies and Bahasa Kebangsaan (Exempted for credit holders of Bahasa Malaysia in SPM exam)

About the Course

Duration 

2 Years and 6 Months

Entry Requirements

  • Pass in SPM / SPMV or O’ level or equivalent with at least 3 credits in any subjects.
  • Pass SPM with 1 credit and Pass in SKM Level 3 or equivalent certificate in relevant field.
  • Pass in STPM with at least 1 Grade C in any subject.

Course Fees

Malayisan Students  : RM 18,900 (Full PTPTN Study Loan Available)

International Students : RM 24,900

MOHE Approval Code

JPT/BPP(K)1000-600/P713Jld.6(6)

MQA Accreditation Code

(R2/340/4/0104)(FA2504)

The program is designed to equip students with up-to-date expertise in corporate information systems, internet and interactive media, mobile communications technologies, computer systems & networking, and software engineering. It also equips students with the necessary combination of knowledge and skills to assist in an organisation’s computing infrastructure and its users. 

Benefits
Work-Based Learning
Global Mobility
Campus Facilities

Why Choose Stradford International College?

The college offers wide spectrum of courses from its various faculties like foundation/ Pre U Studies (Canadian Pre U/ FIS – preparing for admission to degree courses in universities worldwide ) , Business Studies, Hotel Management, Engineering , Information Technology (IT) , Cambridge English (IELTS/ ESOL ) preparatory courses, Skills Certificate, Diploma Courses & Corporate training Programs.

Work-Based Learning

Work-based learning provides students hands-on experience with industry partners for a year. During this duration, they will gain real world, practical learning experiences. This complements the classroom learning that students would have gained in their first two years of their degree, increasing their career readiness.

Structured learning opportunities, achieved through authentic work experiences guided by the industry partner and academic supervisor. Students are more connected to the working world which motivates them to develop skills that will prepare them for success.

Global Mobility

Stradford International College’s Global Mobility Programmes provide students with an opportunity to study and live in a new country to enhance their international experience and develop cross-cultural competencies. We are committed to preparing students for a future in which they will become global citizens.

Campus Facilities

Our campuses provide students with a comprehensive list of features and facilities to cater to our students’ learning needs and comfort during their years with us. We believe in creating an environment that is conducive for learning and development to complement our academic programmes.

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