Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology with a specialism in Financial Technology (FinTech)

(R2/0611/6/0038)(08/25)(A6210)

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

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This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:

Familiarity with a broad range of information technologies and how they are used.
Knowledge and skills in managing financial products, product development and working within the rapidly changing Global Banking and Finance Industry.

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Duration

3 Years (6 Semesters)

Course Fees

Malaysian Fees:

Year 1
RM 31, 700.00

Year 2
RM 32, 800.00

Year 3
RM 33, 800.00

International Fees:

Year 1
RM 32, 000.00

Year 2
RM 33, 100.00

Year 3
RM 34, 400.00

Total: Malaysian - RM 98,300 | International - RM 99,500

Intake

• 25 Jul 2024
• 24 Sep 2024
• 21 Nov 2024

Award

Degree awarded by APU, Malaysia

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE:
STPM	• 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM. Note: Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics, but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study.
A-LEVEL Overseas qualification that are equivalent to 12th Grade/A Level/HSC are accepted.	• 2 Passes in A-Level and with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE or equivalent. Note: Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics, but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study.
UEC	• 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects including Mathematics. *Note: Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics, but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics* at SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study.
FOUNDATION MATRICULATION	• A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE/ O-Level or its equivalent. *Note: Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics, but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics* at SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module prior or at the beginning of the study.
OTHER DIPLOMAS	• Diploma in Science, Technology or Business studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and with Credit in Mathematics at SPM/ IGCSE or its equivalent, can be admitted subject to rigorous assessment conducted by APU. Note: Credit transfer of modules into a Bachelor’s Degree may apply based on the fulfilment of credit transfer requirements.
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE:
ICT RELATED DIPLOMAS	• A Diploma in Computing related areas with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer is subject to approval by the APU Academic Board. Note: Student with CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board.

Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

International Students

Programmes	General Requirements
Bachelor (Hons) Degree Programmes	• IELTS : 5.0 • TOEFL IBT : 40 • Pearson (PTE) : 47 • MUET : Band 3.5

Please note that under Ministry of Higher Education regulations, only students who have achieved the minimum requirement in the English Language proficiency assessment as indicated above will be allowed to continue their studies in the main study programme. Students who do not have the required English Language achievement may apply for a student visa on conditional basis and are allowed to enrol in an English Language Certification programme at APU upon arrival in Malaysia and, subsequently, appear for the IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/MUET assessment.

Students who are unable to obtain the required level of English Competency during the maximum 12 months’ period, will not be allowed to pursue their studies in the main programme and will have to return to their home country.

Students from English speaking countries and those with qualifications taught in English (IGCSE, A-Levels, IB, American High School Diploma etc) are exempted from English requirements. Applications for exemption must be accompanied by supporting documents.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

Programme Outline

DEGREE LEVEL 1

Students will learn fundamental skills required by every IT professional, and the basic understanding of the underlying computer system through computer architecture, operating systems, networking and databases. Some specialised modules will provide the basic knowledge of business information technologies. The modules will also help them develop personal and organisational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation.

Common Modules

Introduction to Databases
Introduction to Networking
System Software and Computing Concepts
Python Programming
Digital Thinking and Innovation

Systems Analysis and Design
Integrated Computer Systems
Mathematical Concepts for Computing
Introduction to Security and Forensic Technologies
Fundamental of Entrepreneurship

Specialised Modules

Fundamentals of Web Design and Development

DEGREE LEVEL 2

A broader range of skills will be learnt, in which students will gain a better understanding of the broad range of Information Technologies, and the specialised skills to apply frameworks and planning techniques for the strategic management of financial technologies. They will gain solid understanding of the support of business information technologies in modern organisational operations. We will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace.

Common Modules

Programming for Data Analysis
System Development Methods
Object Oriented Development with Java
Innovation Process

Mobile and Wireless Technology
Concurrent Programming
Human Computer Interaction
Web Applications
Research Methods for Computing and Technology

Specialised Modules

Network Security
Financial Management

Financial Technology

INTERNSHIP (16 weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

DEGREE LEVEL 3

Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of business information technologies and to refine their personal and professional development. A final year project requires them to investigate and develop a solution for a real world finance business problem – they will demonstrate their ability to combine technical knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills to produce a personal achievement portfolio.

Common Modules