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Bachelor of Information & Communications Technology (BICT)

The AeU BICT programme is for those who want a comprehensive ICT degree that will assist them in building successful careers in the ICT sector, and most importantly, for those with a passion for technology. This programme can be done in full time or part time basis.

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Accredited programme by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), Ministry of Higher Education.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Ideal for working professionals in search of a part-time, flexible degree.
  • Specialisations in Enterprise Networking, Information System, Multimedia Computing and Software Engineering.
  • Students with MQA accredited Diploma may request for Credit Transfer to shorten the programme duration.
  • BICT is designed to prepare students with a strong foundation in the computer sciences and information technology related subjects.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Diploma with at least CGPA 2.00 OR
  • Matriculation/Preparatory programmes with at least CGPA 2.00 OR
  • STPM or its equivalent with 3 years related working experience OR
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) with 24 points OR
  • A Level with at least C grade in 3 subjects OR
  • Open Entry Qualifications recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia (ONLY applicable for BICT part time):
    • at least 21 years old and possess PMR or equivalent OR
    • Other qualifications recognised by the AeU Senate

FAST FACTS

Modes of Study

Part Time and Full Time Online Mode
Full Time and Conventional Mode
Duration

Part Time - 4.3 to 5 years

Full Time - Minimum of 3 years
No. of Semesters 14 (1 semester is 14 weeks)
No. of Subjects 40
Frequency of Tutorials

Part Time and Fully Online - Courses are conducted fully online. Tutorials are supported through online mode. Face-to-face tutorials are optional.

Full Time and Concentional Mode - Courses are conducted with face-to-face lectures and tutorials / practical laboratory.
Grading Continuous assessment and final exam
MQA Accreditation

PA 9489 (Part Time)

PA 1091 (Full Time)
EPF & HRDF Claimable (Malaysians Only) YES

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Sensitive to their operating environment and to the factors that enhances work effectiveness.
  • Critical in their thinking, measured in their approach, sensitive to their surroundings and matured in their handling of issues affecting their organizations.
  • Creative, resourceful, able to work in teams and with leadership qualities.
  • Able to communicate effectively and prepare reports that meet user requirements.
  • Responsible, ethical and committed to the promotion of good behaviour and deeds that meet professional standards, organizational and societal expectation.

SPECIALISATIONS

A) Information Systems

  • Computer Forensics
  • E-Commerce
  • Internet Security
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Software Engineering
  • Data Warehousing
  • Decision Support System
  • Accounting Information Systems
  • IS Audit and Control
  • IS Strategic Planning
  • Internet Security

B) Multimedia Computing

  • Multimedia System
  • Audio Technology for Multimedia
  • Video Technology for Multimedia
  • Multimedia Web Development
  • Principles & Design of Animation
  • Digital Animation Development
  • Multimedia Authoring & Scripting
  • Virtual Reality
  • Game Design & Development
  • Mobile Computing
  • Multimedia Authoring & Scripting

C) Enterprise Networking

  • Fundamental of Enterprise Networking
  • Routing Protocol and Concepts
  • LAN Technology
  • Distributed Systems
  • WAN Technologies
  • Introduction to Network Programming and Design
  • Switching Technology
  • Wireless Technology
  • Enterprise Network Management
  • Mobile Communications 
  • WAN Technology

D) Software Engineering

    • Requirements Engineering
    • Software Constructions
    • Software Quality Assurance
    • Software Testing 
    • Software Architecture & Design
    • Software Ingineering for Real Time-System
    • A File Software Development
    • Software Integration & Improvement
    • Usability Engineering
    • Software Engineering

Note: Students need to choose one (1) specialisation area from the above.

SUBJECTS

MQA SUBJECTS

  1. Bahasa Kebangsaan
  2. Malaysian Studies
  3. Islamic Studies/Moral Studies

COMPULSORY

  1. Academic Writing
  2. Entrepreneurship in Asia
  3. Asian Studies
  4. Ethics in Asia

CORE:

  1. Fundamental Concepts of ICT
  2. Computer Programming
  3. Operation Systems
  4. The Internet and WWW (only for BICT Part Time)
  5. Discrete Mathematics
  6. Information Analysis and Design
  7. Database System
  8. Object Oriented Programming
  9. Computer Communication and Networks
  10. Introduction to Multimedia
  11. Human Computer Interaction
  12. Computer Security & Disaster Recovery
  13. Statistical Methods in ICT (only for BICT Part Time)
  14. Management Information Systems
  15. Computer Ethics and Law in ICT
  16. Knowledge Management
  17. ICT Project Management
  18. Project Paper/Industrial Training

Student can choose to do one specialisation area or 4 elective topics.