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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology in Computer Networking and Security

Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology (Computer Networking and Security) is a 3-year full-time bachelor programme offered by Faculty of Engineering and Technology in Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop knowledge of Science in Information Technology in Computer Networking and Security and apply computing concepts
analytical problem-solving
and technical communication to academic or practical tasks. Evaluate relevant information and communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

IT security consultant
Digital forensic investigator
Network engineer
Network infrastructure specialist
Security engineer
Security analyst
Penetration tester
Ethical hacker
banking and financial sector
government

Curriculum

Starts with networking
programming
operating systems and databases. Year two covers computer networks
cloud computing
network security and IoT security. Year three adds advanced networks
ethical hacking
digital forensics
a capstone project and a 12-week internship.

Entry requirements

Academic

Pre-university or foundation qualification (STPM
A-Level
UEC
IB
Australian/Canadian Matriculation
Sunway or Monash Foundation) or diploma
Mathematics pass for business and computing programmes
STPM average C / CGPA 2.00 (2 principals)
A-Level 12 points (min D in 2 subjects)
Sunway or Monash Foundation CGPA 2.0 / 55%
Sunway Diploma CGPA 2.0
UEC max 30 points from 5 subjects
IB 24 points
programme-specific (engineering
medicine and architecture stricter)

Accepted academic background

Pre-university or foundation qualification (STPM, A-Level, UEC, IB, Australian/Canadian Matriculation, Sunway or Monash Foundation) or diploma; Mathematics pass for business and computing programmes

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
PTE Academic 50 (min 46 each skill)
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application Form
Health Declaration Form
Passport Photographs
Passport Copy (All Pages)
Certified Academic Qualifications
English Language Test Results (if applicable)

How to apply

Confirm the programme entry requirements and intake availability with Sunway University. Prepare the completed international application form
health declaration
photographs
passport pages and certified academic qualifications. Include English language results when required. Submit documents and the initial payment to the International Office at least eight weeks before intake. Accept the offer
complete the student pass process and follow the university enrolment instructions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$9,779 USD
Application fee	RM742 MYR
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Sunway University, Bandar Sunway
Faculty or school	Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Department	Information Technology (Computer Networking and Security)
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Institution-level scholarship or funding opportunities are indicated in the source data. Programme eligibility, award amount, and application requirements should be confirmed before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
6 Nov 2026
Closed
Program starts
April 2027
Apply by
4 Feb 2027
82 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
5 Jul 2027
233 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.