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Master ​of Science in Applied Computing 

(N-DL/0611/7/0002) (07/27) (MQA/PSA15249)​

​Introduction

Computer and Information Sciences department (CIS​​​), Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS is offering MSc in Applied Computing (ODL) (MS​c-AC) from September 2022​.  Msc AC aims to address computing skills shortages in the rapidly growing ICT industry, and to meet the growing demand for work-ready graduates in Malaysia and abroad. The MSc AC prepares and equips graduates with specialist knowledge and skills applicable to managing the use of technology and technology-driven innovations in business.

This master programme believes in providing education for the betterment of society and the programme aims to elevate computing professionals into computing specialist in supporting the national digital transformation agenda.​

 

Programme Objectives

This programme's objectives are to produce computing specialist who:

  1. Apply advanced knowledge, understanding and technical skills of applied computing in providing services to various industries and the society
  2. Integrate values, attitudes, professionalism and social responsibilities in applied computing practices
  3. Alternately adapt the role as leaders and team members, communicate effectively and provide scientific solutions in solving complex applied computing issues and problems
  4. Innovatively practice continual career development through lifelong learning and effectively manage information and resources​

Programme Outcomes


At the end of the programme, graduates should be able to:
  1. Apply advanced knowledge of applied computing to solve issues in the industry and society
  2. Design solutions and services for computing industry and society by coordinating multiple advanced applied computing skills
  3. Integrate social skills and responsibilities in applied computing practices for the well-being of society
  4. Adhere to positive values, ethics and accountability in societal and professional engagement
  5. Practice effective communication and adopt alternate roles as a leader or a member of diverse teams
  6. Construct effective solutions to applied computing issues and problems that meet the computing standards
  7. Manage computing information and seek new knowledge and skills independently
  8. Practice relevant and appropriate managerial and entrepreneurial skills​​

What is ODL & How it is Conducted in UTP

ODL stands for Open and Distance Learning, a way of study remotely that offers flexibility for learning from anywhere, anytime and anyhow with self-directed learning strategies

In UTP ODL is conducted as below:
100% online with self-instructional materials (SIM)
Live class session for courses taught
Classes after working hours/over the weekend
Online open book final exam


Programme Highlights


Core Specialisation
Module: Machine Learning Analytics
No of Credits: 3
Machine Learning is a first-class ticket to the most exciting careers in data analysis today. As data sources proliferate along with the computing power to process them, going straight to the data is one of the most straightforward ways to quickly gain insights and make predictions. Machine learning brings together computer science and statistics to harness that predictive power. It’s a must-have skill for all aspiring data analysts and data scientists, or anyone else who wants to wrestle all that raw data into refined trends and predictions. This is a class that will teach you the end-to-end process of investigating data through a machine learning lens. It will teach you how to extract and identify useful features that best represent your data, a few of the most important machine learning algorithms, and how to evaluate the performance of your machine learning algorithms.
 
Module: Real Time Analytics
No of Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the principles, methodologies, applications and management of real time big data sets. Topics may include real time systems and technologies, big data basics, industry examples of big data, big data technologies, information management, business analytics, real time analytics, security, compliance, auditing and protection of big data, mobile marketplaces, mobile sites, mobile apps, mobile data tracking.
 
Module: Digital Analytics
No of Credits: 3
In this course we introduce the concept of digital analytics and explores its’ various major components such as web mining, web analytics, Data Visualisation and online Business Performance Measurement in detail. In particularly, we look at the process, contents and context of managerial decision making. This included on how the implementation of Digital Analytics can help in improving management decisions and discuss issues affecting the success of digital analytics.
 
Module: Business Intelligence
No of Credits: 3
In this course we introduces the concept of business intelligence and explores its’ various major components such as Data Warehousing, Business Analytics and Data Visualisation, Data Mining and Business Performance Management in detail. In particularly, we look at the process, contents and context of managerial decision making. This included on how the implementation of Business Intelligence can help in improving management decision-support effectiveness and discuss issues affecting the success of Business Intelligence.
 
Module: Business Process Re-Engineering
No of Credits: 3
This course will introduce the aims and scope of learning Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) and also include the basic principles for analysing and improving business methods, procedures and systems in the business organizations. It covers the methodologies and the know-how of business re-engineering. Best practices of BPR from case studies are also introduced.
 
Module: Enterprise System Architecture
No of Credits: 3
This course builds upon basic programming skill and develops students further, both theoretically and practically, in a commercial direction. It gives students experience in using third and fourth generation languages, with emphasis on building maintainable programs. It also exposes students on building commercialized programs on basic and intermediate programming skill and knowledge, which integrated with dynamic databases. Furthermore, it will profoundly develop students with systematic and structured project management. The course also introduces the programming techniques of developing ERP application. It is built upon advance programming skills and develops students further, both theoretically and practically. The course is divided into several main topics such as list processing, screens, database updates, enhancement and modification and object oriented programming.​

Adjunct Lectur​e 
1. PETRONAS
2. MIMOS Bhd 
3. Bank Islam​

Programme Details

​Department:    Computer and Information Sciences Department  

Intakes: January, May, and September

Mode of Deliverance: 

1. Conventional
2. ODL
Course Duration 12-36 months

Entry Requirements
1. Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or its equivalent.

2. Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 - 2.74 or its equivalent will require an internal rigorous assessment.

3. Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49 or its equivalent will require 5 years of working experience and internal rigorous assessment.

4. Bachelor's Degree from different discipline, must undergo pre-requisite courses in Computing.

5. Apply with your working experience. Candidate who satisfy APEL A requirements are eligible to enrol. Scan the QR code to learn more.​


Apel.A field:
Applicable

English Requirements

International students are required to be proficient in written and spoken English with a minimum TOEFL score of 550 OR a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or its equivalent.
  
​Exemptions may be provided for candidates who are native English speakers or degree holders with English as the medium of instruction.   

Pre-requisite courses
Software Engineering and Object-Oriented Programming


Estimated Total Cost Fee

RM 28,800 (Malaysian)
RM 37,150 (International)

Career Prospects
1. Become data analytics specialist
2. Become enterprise system specialist

Programme Curriculum Structure and Programme Module Synopsis

         
​SEMESTER 1 ​
​Course Name Credit Hours​
​IT Project Management ​3
​Digital Innovation and Transformation ​3
Emerging Technology 3​
​Digital and Knowledge Economy 3
​​Core Specialization I
​3
Credit Hours 15

SEMESTER 2 ​
​Course Name Credit Hours​
Research Method in IT 3
IT Governance, Risk and Compliance 3
Information System Strategic Planning 3
​Core Specialisation II 3
​​​Core ​Specialisation II​I
​3
Credit Hours 15​
 
SEMESTER 3 ​
​Course Name Credit Hours​
MSc Project 10
Credit Hours 10

 
Core Specialisation 

 
Big Data Analytics ​
​Course Name Credit Hours​
​Machine Learning Analytics
3​
​Real Time Analytics
3​
​Digital Analytics​
3​
Credit Hours 9

 
Enterprise Resource Planning​
​Course Name Credit Hours​
Business Intelligence
3​
​Business Process Re-Engineering
3​
​Enterprise System Architecture
3​
Credit Hours 9​


Contact

Programme Manager
Ts. Dr. Nurul Aida Osman
Email: nurulaida.osman@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +6053687494

Academic Executive
Ms Fathiah Ruhana Zainonfetry
​Direct Line: +6053687370

General Inquiries
Ms Nurul Asmira Sulaiman
Email: asmira.sulaiman@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +6053688192


FAQ​​

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5. I am busy with travelling/work matters and would like to defer the semester. What should I do?

- Deferment of Semester/Study

  • Deferment application is made through UCampus portal.
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