school of computing and it

SCHOOL OFCOMPUTINGAND IT

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TAYLOR’S SCHOOL OF

COMPUTINGAND IT

ApplicAtion-driven leArning

reseArch-driven curriculum

smArt pArtnerships

INNOVATING THE FUTURE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Vice Chancellor’s Message

Universities function as a leveller of society; a foundation builder in the ethos of lifelong learning in communities by creating productive citizens through the advancement of knowledge. At Taylor’s University, our mandate for academic excellence is driven by the need to make a difference.

Against this backdrop, our strongest aspiration is for our students to “Own the Future”. We have a deep-seated belief that students who possess the ability to adapt to change will thrive in all circumstances. In an increasingly complex world where changes occur at a more rapid pace than ever before, we equip our students with a multitude of skills that prepare them for future challenges.

At Taylor's University, we refer to these skills as the 5Cs – Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, Creativity & Innovation as well as Cultural Adaptation. These critical life skills help to develop the students’ emotional wellbeing and self-direction, while increasing their chances of employability, wherever in the world they might be.

Leveraging on our heritage and track record of excellence, we are committed to developing well-rounded, highly sought-after leaders of the future, who are equipped with the capabilities to leave their indelible thumbprints in the world. The number of highly successful Taylor’s alumni who have set national and global benchmarks in various industries stands testament to this.

TAYLOR’S UNIVC’S MESSAGE GALLERYACHIEVEMENTSABOUT SOCIT

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Through the years, the University has developed a broad suite of offerings ranging from foundation to doctorate programmes, ensuring students receive the Taylor’s seal of excellence at every stage of their learning.

In tandem, our industry-based research efforts continue to make significant strides in increasing the body of knowledge and benefiting their respective industries. Corporations are increasingly utilising these findings to embark on value-generating projects that create positive ripple effects on the community at large. This is especially crucial at a time when education institutions play a pivotal role in engaging with society to create a sustainable global future.

On that note, I invite you to explore the realm of possibilities that Taylor’s University can offer in uncovering your true potential and crafting your own future.

Sincerely,

Professor Dato’ Dr Hassan SaidVice Chancellor and President

QS University Ranking by Region Performance Rating by Ministry of Education

Putra Brand Gold Awards Reader's Digest Trusted Brand Gold Awards

2013• ‘Tier 6: Outstanding’ rating in the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education’s Discipline-Based Rating System (D-SETARA) (Hospitality and Tourism)• Gold Award in the ‘Education & Learning’ category of the Putra Brand Awards 2013• Recipient of ‘Putra Brand Icon’ of the Putra Brand Awards 2013• Gold Award in the ‘Private University/College’ category of the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Awards

• ‘Tier 5: Excellent’ rating in the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education’s Rating System (SETARA) 2013• Gold Award in the ‘Education & Learning’ category of the Putra Brand Awards 2014• Gold Award in the ‘Private University/College’ category of the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Award• Winner in the ‘Most Resourceful Career Centre Private University’ category of the Graduate Recruitment Awards 2014

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2015• Top 250 universities in Asia in the QS Asia Ranking. • Awarded the Gold award in the “Education & Learning” category in the Putra Brand Awards for the sixth time in 2015• Awarded the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Gold Award in the Private University/College Category for the fifth time in 2015• Became the first university university outside the United States to be accepted into the Grand Challenges Scholar Program, championed by National Academy of Engineering (NAE)

Awards

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING INDUSTRY AFFILIATIONSR&D


The Taylor’s Future Ready AdvantageThe world isn’t the same place it was ten years ago. Industries are now seeking graduates who not only possess in-depth knowledge of their respective disciplines, but are also able to offer practical solutions and adapt to different environments. The future belongs to those who are equipped with future skills.

At Taylor’s University, our teaching philosophy is centred on equipping students with“future ready” advantage. We see potential in all our students, and as educators, weaspire to prepare our students for the future by equipping them with skills that help them to thrive in all circumstances.

Our aim is to challenge the conventional university education from the inside out. We do this by incorporating world-class education with engaging and holistic learning experiences that equip students with greater knowledge, essential experiences and life skills.

The University’s pedagogy focuses on developing holistically-balanced graduates, achieved through enhanced curriculum, expanded industry collaborations and experiential learning programmes.

We are thus able to transform our students into well-rounded individuals equipped with critical skills to get them ahead in the real world.

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Changing the Education LandscapeEducation in the 21st Century is no longer just about grades. It is more about the learning process and the collection of experiences that shape each student, as well as the ability to translate and apply them into a real world context.

This is why Taylor’s 2nd Transcript or the Shine Award Programme is crucial. A first in Malaysia and in Southeast Asia, the Shine Award Programme complements and supplements academic learning by providing expanded opportunities for students to develop intellectual knowledge, lifelong learning skills, and emotional/social development through a structured platform.

Benchmarked against global best practices, the programme focuses on equipping students with future work skills that will place them ahead of their peers from the moment they graduate.

The Shine Award programme runs alongside the University’s formal curriculum and culminates with the award of the 2nd Transcript to the student, in addition to the Academic Transcript. It is thus a recognition of our students’ extra-curricular achievements both on and off campus, aligning them to the changing demands of the 21st century workplace.

Student Success Centre (SSC) enables students to become intentional, lifelong learners through programmes such as the first year experience (FYE), study skills workshops and consultation and peer assisted learning services (PALS).

e-Learning Academy (eLA) promotes digital literacy capabilities among the students in line with the e-Learning mission, i.e. “by 2016, every student at Taylor’s University will learn in a collaborative, self-directed and personalised manner anytime and anywhere”.

Shine Award Centre (SAC) provides the platform for students to obtain formal recognition for their extracurricular involvement through the 2nd Transcript and the Shine Award.

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Student Success Centre (SSC) enables students to become intentional, lifelong learners through programmes such as the first year experience (FYE), study skills workshops and consultation and peer assisted learning services (PALS).

e-Learning Academy (eLA) promotes digital literacy capabilities among the students in line with the e-Learning mission, i.e. “by 2016, every student at Taylor’s University will learn in a collaborative, self-directed and personalised manner anytime and anywhere”.

Shine Award Centre (SAC) provides the platform for students to obtain formal recognition for their extracurricular involvement through the 2nd Transcript and the Shine Award.

TGC cultivates additional personal attributes and capabilities amongst our graduates, equipping them with the tools to carve a successful future for themselves.

In the highly challenging workplace of the 21st century, top employers seek graduates who are not only academically sound but also possess the sufficient skills to stay ahead of the curve.

Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities (TGC) outlines the set of competencies that are designed throughout every students’ learning experience at Taylor’s.


Partners in ExcellenceAs an institution centred on the creation and dissemination of knowledge, the University serves as a melting pot of ideas and best practices that enrich the educational journey of its students.

In keeping abreast with the global needs and changing market demands, we have cultivated synergistic alliances with various local and international organisations, including universities, governmental sectors and corporate organisations to implement an industry-relevant curriculum, closely based on research and linked to global market outcomes.

These strategic partnerships encourage continuous professional learning and provide opportunities for our students to meet and engage with some of the top organisations and industry leaders, to enhance the students’ educational experience. Thus, we are able to play a proactive role in not only transforming but constantly elevating the learning process.

Our partners’ international presence ensures that our campus community is kept abreast of the latest global trends in the respective industries. Through our three areas of focus, we are able to align fundamental theories with research activities and the industry’s needs, to create informed graduates who can significantly impact the community.

Research & Innovation

Taylor’s University has a firm footing in research and innovation as we believe these efforts can contribute towards knowledge building as well as assist in the development of the industry and society at large.

As a University centred on research and innovation initiatives, we adopt a progressive outlook, embedding research components throughout our programmes and encouraging them at various levels in each faculty. Our students and faculty members engage extensively in “applied research”, which enhances the body of knowledge and creates a direct impact on real world applications.

All academic staff appointed at the degree level actively undertake research within the institution or in collaboration with industries or universities, either foreign or local. This research work shapes the creation and dissemination of new knowledge, feeding into the practical application of that knowledge, and ultimately informs and enhances teaching at Taylor’s.

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Our Research Centres play a crucial role in elevating the capabilities of our faculty members, through various training activities.

Architecture, Building & Design (MASSA)

Engineering (CERD)

Computing & IT (SIM@RUN)

Law (CRELDA)

Communication (SEARCH)

Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts (CRiT)

Business (CAFÉ)

Business (Case & Research Centre)

Education (CREDIT)


Career Services

The University’s commitment to producing world-class, industry-ready graduates is supported by the Taylor’s Career Services Centre, which seeks to enhance the students’ employability by instilling the right tools and knowledge through various initiatives.

Career Services continuously strives to ease the pathway for our students’ internship and future employment by actively seeking out and engaging with the industry’s best, thus taking our students a step closer to their dreams. Career Services creates opportunities for students to be exposed to the industry and top employers both locally and internationally, through workshops, networking events, coaching and mentoring sessions, as well as industry insights.

Through its dedicated efforts, students are able to build on their knowledge and capabilities, enabling them to better understand and apply themselves before they step into the working world.

Continuing Professional Education (CPE)

Taylor’s continues to provide opportunities for working adults to expand their knowledge and gain new insights. Through Taylor’s Centre for Continuing Professional Education (CPE), we open doors to personal and professional development, by offering programmes that reflect the current global market trends and needs.

We partner with various corporations and professional bodies to design workshops and conferences that broaden and instil lifelong learning. Drawing from our own expertise as well as strategic links with academic and industry partners worldwide, we have designed a range of contemporary programmes to assist individuals enhance their employability and cultivate new skills.

Spearheading the Technological RevolutionOver the past decade, technology has increasingly permeated almost every aspect of our daily lives. It influences the way we work, play and live, and also defines the way we view our world. Innovation continues to play a critical role in harnessing the power of technology to push the boundaries of our digital futures.

Professionals in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry are at the forefront of this technological revolution, with the relevant skills and expertise to spearhead future developments in the rapidly changing global technology landscape. The future of the ICT industry is indeed bright and its potential, vast.

Established in 1998, Taylor’s School of Computing and IT (SOCIT) aims to cater to the rising demands in the ICT field. Our mission is to develop innovation-driven computing and IT graduates, who are able to shape the future of technology and create a positive impact on society.

The School’s innovative and relevant curriculum is anchored in its close relationships with professional bodies, industry members, government departments and academia, to ensure our graduates stay ahead of the curve, and develop into experts and problem-solvers that fulfil the needs of the industry.

Learning at SOCIT is dynamic and extends beyond the classroom, with students trained to put theory into practice, adapt to changing environments, address challenges and solve problems, as well as communicate their ideas effectively.

With a keen eye on the future and a close ear to the ground on the latest technological trends and developments, the School continues to produce well-rounded, world-class Innovators and Technopreneurs, who are set to revolutionise the future of technology.

Dr. Choong Khong NengPrincipal Researcher

and Lab HeadMIMOS Berhad

ICT constitutes 10.5% of GDP in Malaysia, and the

goal is to boost it to 17% by 2020. There are still plenty of opportunity on applying ICT in various industries to drive innovation and productivity, with the aim to streamline

business processes, improve service offerings and simplify operations. It is therefore a lucrative and highly sought-

after industry.


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Taylor’s School of Computing and IT (SOCIT) offers dual award degree programmes in collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and Creative Technologies, University of the West of England (UWE), UK. A quality review committee, comprising academics from both institutions, is established for quality assurance and the moderation of the standards of the programmes, which includes curriculum and assessment. Students will receive certification and academic transcripts from both Taylor’s University and UWE upon completion of their degrees at Taylor’s.

Dual Award

University of the West of England (UWE), UK.

Dating as far back as 1595, UWE represents a long and well-established tradition of first-class professional education and training.

With over 30,000 students, UWE is a modern, growing university situated in the thriving harbour side of Bristol.

UWE has over 500 available workstations in their teaching laboratories as well as large open-access labs providing PC and Unix-based machines. They also host their own servers to provide Windows, Linux and Unix-based operating systems.

The Department of Computer Science and Creative Technologies has strong linkage with the industry, including a multi-million pound strategic partnership with Hewlett-Packard, which has contributed towards an upgrade of computer technology and infrastructure across the campus.

The Department has an active research community, which makes significant contribution towards various groups of studies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Complex Co-operative Systems and Unconventional Computing.

Why Computing and IT at Taylor’s?

We have nurtured excellent links with the industry and engaged in close collaboration with industry partners, ensuring that our graduates are equipped with the most relevant and cutting-edge capabilities, knowledge and insights that enable them to secure a successful future in the industry.

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With a curriculum that focuses on applying theories into practice, we groom students who are adaptable and sensitive to the changes in technology. We encourage our graduates to find solutions using software development, in order to move beyond today’s technology and meet the challenges of the future.


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Led by a strong research culture that is embedded within our curriculum, we aim to develop ICT experts who are able to look beyond their areas of study and understand their role in addressing and solving real-world challenges facing society in the 21st century.


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SOCIT students have clinched numerous awards in local and international competitions, demonstrating their ability to apply classroom theories into practice and excel in real-world scenarios.

These competitions provide opportunities for students to test their knowledge and skills in competitive settings and benchmark their solutions against their peers. They also provide an avenue to enhance students’ learning and networking.

A CLASS ABOVE

Ting Shi JinBachelor of

Software Engineering (Hons)

You don’t have to be great to get started, you have to get

started to be great. So step out of your comfort zone and start

taking action because that’s where the magic happens.


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2013Challenge Trophy AwardStandard Chartered ICT Competition

Merit Award MSC Malaysia -IHL Business Plan Competition

2015Best Prototype

Award MIT Global Start-up Labs

1st Runner-Up World Citizenship Category (National Finals) Imagine Cup competition by Microsoft

Malaysia

Winner Cyberview Smart City Challenge Imagine Cup competition by Microsoft Malaysia

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2011Merit AwardE-Genting Programming Competition

3 Bronze medalsMalaysia Technology Expo (MTE)

2010Gold and Silver medals9th Malaysia Invention and Innovation Awards in 9th Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE)

ChampionMSC Malaysia -IHL Business Plan Competition

2012Champion & Merit AwardE-Genting Programming Competition

2 Silver and 2 Bronze medalsMalaysia Technology Expo (MTE)

2012 Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) - Silver and Bronze Medals


Champion, 1st Runner-Up, 2nd Runner-Up and Merit (Non-degree category)

Merit (Degree Category)

Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) - Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC) Malaysia Start Up Challenge by Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC)

Best Video Pitch for Business IdeaMSC Malaysia -IHL Business Plan Competition

Students at SOCIT are equipped with sound technical capabilities and the ability to apply theories into practice, through a well-rounded educational approach. Backed by excellent industry linkages and strong research culture, we groom future ICT experts who are able to stay ahead of current trends and innovate the future of technology.

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Finding Solutions to Real-World Problems

When you do what you fear the most, you can do anything.

Janice Chau Sian LuBachelor of Software Engineering (Hons)


1.Experience is at the heart of the learning process at SOCIT. We ensure our students are equipped with the relevant skills and expertise to harness the potential of software to solve real-world problems and challenges of the future. Our graduates are groomed to become more than just specialised technicians - they are trained to be performing innovators and problem-solvers of the industry.

To achieve this, we employ a variety of teaching and learning strategies that expose our students to real-life scenarios and industry-relevant experiences. These challenging yet rewarding experiences enhance students’ learning and enable them to hone their skills.

Throughout their duration of study, students are encouraged to explore, experiment and express their ideas and techniques in pursuit of gaining deeper insight into the field of ICT. This ultimately enables our graduates to apply their knowledge to make an impact in the real world.


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Guest Lectures

We invite eminent personalities form various Industries and Institutions to lend valuable information from their experiences to our students. Guest Lecture is a way of enriching our students with the latest from the industry. Through guest lectures students are bestowed with knowledge about industry needs, latest technical updates and trends in line with Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities (TGC). Some of the organisations that have delivered guest lectures at SOCIT include:

Software Focus

The School emphasises the importance of keeping abreast with the latest industry software. In order to ensure that our programmes remain ahead of the curve, we pioneered the incorporation of industry software such as forensics analysis software (e.g. EnCase Forensic), which is widely used in the ICT industry. This provides our graduates with an added advantage, and the ability to integrate seamlessly into the industry upon graduation.

Competitions

Students are given the opportunity to sharpen their programming and problem-solving skills through participation in various national and international competitions. This challenges them to apply their knowledge, obtain feedback from experts, demonstrate teamwork, boost their confidence, as well as enhance their communication and business presentation skills. Some of the competitions that students have taken part in over the years are:

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ABS Technologies

Blackberry

Experian Information Solutions, Inc

Founders Lab

Google Singapore

Hilti Asia IT Services

IBM Malaysia

iTrain (M) Sdn. Bhd.

K365labs Sdn. Bhd.

Kaapagam Technology

Microsoft Malaysia

Prosper Solutions Sdn. Bhd.

Sensata Technologies

Shell Business Operations Sdn. Bhd.

Spektra Alucast (M) Sdn. Bhd.

Standard Chartered Bank

Tech in Asia, Singapore

Xyler Technologies Sdn. Bhd.

AngelHack

Celcom Project U.O.X

Digi Mobile Challenge

E-Genting Programming Competition

F-Secure National Inter Varsity Security Tech Quiz Championship

Hilti Big Data Analytics International Competition

Microsoft Imagine Cup

MNCC Computing Challenge

Institute of Higher Learning - Multimedia Super Corridor Malaysia Start Up Challenge.

Standard Chartered ICT Competition

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Students at Work

Our students are involved in industry research and projects that provide real solutions to real problems. These opportunities put their technical skills to test and add to their repository of experiences, which will better prepare them for the workplace. Active participation in such research work and real-life projects also enables them to manage the challenges commonly faced by the industry.

Ting Shi ChuanBachelor of

Software Engineering (Hons)

Technology is the closest thing we have towards super power, and it is

the greatest thing I have towards absolute passion.

Duncan Tsen Ken SangFoundation in Computing

Be brave enough to live differently. Your first step

into uncertainty is the first step to greatness.

— real-life industry projects

Advanced emergency report system – St. John Ambulance

BagBot (innovative idea with creative designs) – Standard Chartered Bank

content management system – DoBot Bike Station Sdn. Bhd.

digi hackaton and mobile Apps challenge: FutsalFive (ios platform) – DiGi

genuine validation system – Packtica Sdn. Bhd.

hris – human resource information system – AIESEC

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info Banjir malaysia (Windows phone App) – Microsoft

instajob– Google

mathsinmobile – Taylor’s University

online polling system for student representatives – MARA Professional College

plus toll rate App (Android platform) – PLUS

scheduling, reporting and notification system – Star Aquatics Sdn. Bhd.

Wisecycle (Windows phone App) – Microsoft

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— innovative student project

The School encourages and enables students to undertake innovative projects in its quest to nurture budding technoprenuers. Some of these projects have featured in nation-wide competitions and have been awarded for their accomplishments. A selection of projects are as follows:

traquer Traquer is an innovative solution aims to reduce road accidents caused by buses and provide safety assurance and peace of mind for the bus passengers. To achieve road safety, Traquer provides an integrated web-based and mobile solution that includes incident reporting and management, real-time alerts, tracking, reporting and management coupled with data analytics for end users. Traquer is also a social empowered road safety app and acts as a voice of public transport users

project Feedon! With the vision to solve world hunger and to address food wastage and revolutionize charity food distribution in Malaysia, FeedOn! gives charity homes easy access to excess food from manufacturers. The app provides a platform to match manufacturing companies that have excess food production with charitable institutions. Once there is a match, volunteers will be prompted and mobilized to pick up the food and donate it to those in need, creating another avenue for volunteers to help out more

pocket mallPocket Mall is a mobile app that gives an online platform for those who want to start their own business using the Internet. The app encourages users, particularly business-minded college and university students to sell new or hand-me-down clothes, shoes, accessories, or anything in between to gain extra point

ensuererEnsurer is an online-based insurance product that insures damaged, lost or stolen smartphones and other portable digital gadgets. Without the need for agents, Ensurer crowdsources funds from people, who pay for monthly subscriptions for the product

Wakker AppWakker App is a precise journey planner that integrates all types of public transportation and routes. Featuring three phases of function, this mobile app aims to improve its user’s public transportation experience. It wakes up commuters who dozed into sleep during the trip as it calculates and informs commuters about public transport vehicle’s estimated time of arrival for those waiting for their rides. It will also feed location data for users who have already embarked on their journey

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The School of Computing and IT led by a strong research culture, aims to develop future ICT experts who are able to look beyond Information and Communications Technology. The School believes in grooming graduates who apart from being well-versed in technical knowledge, can also understand, appreciate and analyze their role as well as impact on society’s progress and existence.

The staff strive to create ethically-sensitive ICT experts who are aware of the professional, social and environmental implications of their work. And, they are able to contribute positively towards the development of the future by providing solutions to some of the challenges faced by the society in the 21st century.

Through the School’s research infrastructure, students are provided access to notable research findings, which further spur their efforts to succeed in their academic goals. As a result, students develop the capacity to consider the subject from a variety of perspectives such as the broader context of Information and Communication Technology, resources, as well as business environments.

The School’s highly-qualified and passionate faculty members are with a blend of Academia and Industry experience actively pursuing research in key areas of specialization. Their broad insights, combined with their independent views, enable them to provide strong guidance and serve as invaluable resources to the students.


In the School of Computing and IT (SoCIT) research culture is deeply entrenched within their teaching philosophy that enriches the knowledge exchange that takes place in the classroom. By using real research examples and industry case studies in the classroom, the lecturers are able to inspire students to adopt a research-driven approach to problem-solving. SoCIT’s research focus areas include Security, Networks, Software Engineering, Knowledge Technologies, and Multimedia & Web Technologies clustered under the two major research groups Cyber Security, and Smart Technologies and Applications.

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Research Grants

The School has succeeded in acquiring various research grants in recent years, totaling about RM1.3 million. Recent active research grants are identified below.

securityThere is increasing concern about cyber terrorism, cyber warfare and regulatory compliance. As a result, there is a continued demand for security experts who are able to prevent security breaches and vulnerabilities. This research group focuses on studying and developing methods, tools and or applications to enhance security of information, and networks or the Internet

networksThis group performs research on Internet Architecture, IPv6 Protocols, Internet addressing that includes IPv6 addressing, Internet Routing and Switching, Quality of Service (QoS), Wireless Networks, Network Security, Future Internet, and Internet Governance

software engineeringThis group focuses on software requirements, design, development, formal methods, testing, traceability, reverse engineering, object and aspect-oriented programming, software development tools empirical studies, and software project management

Knowledge technologiesThis group conducts research on information storage, retrieval, dissemination, management of data, information systems and technologies, data warehousing, knowledge discovery, knowledge management, decision support, semantic web, ontology, artificial intelligence, data mining, business intelligence, context aware systems, social network analysis, web mining, opinion mining, and semantic search

multimedia and Web technologiesThis research group explores the technology and application areas that includes Information hiding, compressed image or video processing, E-learning, edutainment, gaming (multi-player, online, mobile), rich media web portals, multimedia information systems, Social networking applications, social web (Blogs, YouTube, Flickr, Facebook, etc.), Virtual reality and e-commerce or

e-business

Figure: Research Clusters under School of Computing and IT

modelling and management of responsible rural tourism Framework- One of the six research projects under the Multi-Dimensional Responsible Rural

Tourism Capacity (RRTC) Framework for Sustainable Tourism under the Long Term Research Grant Scheme (LRGS), Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE)

predictive Analytic theory generation for a Bio-inspired intrusion prevention and self regeneration system for improved cyberdefense- Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education

(MoHE)

A novel Automatic Wrapper for deep Web resources using ontology- Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education

(MoHE)

properties and estimation of the parameters of second order generalized Autoregressive moving Average (gArmA) models- Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education

(MoHE)

Foundations for nover Bio-inspired intrusion prevention and self-healing system for Advanced network services - Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education

(MoHE)

gamification-inspired Foundations and self-Adaptive Approach for traceability Between test and code Artifacts in software-intensive systems- Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education

(MoHE)

A Framework for Analytic hierarchical process (Ahp) - entropy network security situation Assessment and Adaptive grey verhulst-Kalman network security situation prediction in intrusion prevention system- Joint research with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) under the USM Research

University Grant in collaboration with Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka

determining the properties of generalized Autoregressive moving Average (gArmA (2,1;d,1)) and its Application in cyber-Attack prediction- Taylor’s Research Grants Scheme (TRGS)

traceability in modern software test engineering: evaluation of state-of-the-art technologies and new research directions and solutions- Taylor’s Research Grants Scheme (TRGS)

Automated extraction and Analysis of heterogeneous data from real World domain- Taylor’s Research Grants Scheme (TRGS)

examining social commerce in malaysia – A study on Best practices and models in malaysia- Taylor’s Research Grants Scheme (TRGS)

ontoclean - cleaning heterogeneous data from real World domain- TRGS Taylor’s Research Grants Scheme (TRGS)


Apart from External and Internal Research grants, staff in the last couple of years have worked on consultancy projects under the MSC Malaysia Innovation voucher programme worth about RM100,000 in total.

Staff involve students in research and consultancy that they are actively engaged. They take every opportunity through the modules they teach to identify prospective students who could participate and can be groomed in research and consultancy that they are engaged. Undergraduate students in association with staff have published several research papers in cited International Conferences and Journals. A couple of these students have also acquired travel grants to participate and present their paper at International Conferences.

SMART TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLICATIONS

Knowledge Technologies

Multimedia & Web

Technologies

Software Engineering

CYBER SECURITY

Security

Networks

Creating A New Breed of Technopreneurs

The world of computing is rapidly evolving and increasingly globalised. In order to keep abreast with global trends and bridge the gap between academia and the industry, SOCIT has developed a web of relationships with international technology companies and entrepreneurs. These pillars of the ICT community provide the School with valuable insight into the industry and shed light on the fundamental shifts in IT consumption and consumer behaviour.

The School has successfully established strategic alliances to facilitate dynamic knowledge exchange, enabling our students to reap the rewards of these collaborations. In turn, the School serves as an ideation lab and a gateway to innovation, talent and research activities for the industry.

We also place a strong emphasis on well-rounded education, to produce graduates who are not just academically-sound but also well-equipped with the relevant soft skills and capabilities required to carve a successful career.

Soft skills are embedded throughout our curriculum and instilled in our students through project-based learning, internship programmes, field trips, as well as events and activities that stimulate the students to get involved in activities outside their chosen field and develop out-of-the-box thinking. These activities also provide them with industry exposure and enable them to learn more about the application of technology in the real world.

In order to promote empathy and a sense of community, the School also encourages participation in community service projects. We encourage our students to develop profitable and sustainable solutions that can tackle real life issues and assist the needy.

Our holistic approach has successfully produced not just ICT graduates, but technopreneurs who are geared to meet and tackle the challenges of the future.

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Final Year Projects in Collaboration with Industry Partners

As part of the School’s initiative to produce job-ready graduates, strong emphasis is placed on producing graduates who are not just academically-sound but also well-equipped with the relevant soft skills and capabilities required to carve a successful career. As a testimony to this, the School has pioneered in incorporating industry clients for all its final year project students. A brief listing is provided below:

in the past, our students created

the revolutionary smartphone

application called “guide me” to assist the visually-impaired

to move around, estimate distance and

‘see’ things on the street. this application

was presented at the msc malaysia-ihl Business plan

competition (miBpc) 2010/2011.

socit has a 100% graduate

employability rate. All our graduates

have been successfully employed within 3 months of their

graduation.


crowdfunding platform for studentsGoogle Business Group (GBG) Malaysia

network intrusion detection - evasion technique (Fragmentation, encryption, ddos)New approach to IDS

malicious hyperlink detection systemNew detection technique for phishing

Facebook BankingInfoPro Sdn. Bhd.

mobile Framework for targeted marketing using semantic toolsFlir Asia BigData Sdn Bhd

infocenter management system (periodicals module)Knowledge Link Sdn Bhd

icms - procurement moduleKnowledge Link Sdn Bhd

social collaboration ApplicationHilti (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd

employee directory mobile AppIBM Malaysia

Final Year project management systemTaylor’s University School of Computing & IT

student success centre systemTaylor’s University Student Success Center

mobile Blood donation planning systemEnterall (M) Sdn Bhd

social schedulerTaylor’s University School of Computing & IT

contemporaneous notes AssistantPwC Malaysia

e-learning systemXkyler Technologies

Ad-hoc security (internal monitoring and prevention)EC-Council

development of a holistic Knowledge management systemAgile Knowledge Consultancy

my life prioritiesK365labs Sdn. Bhd.

requirements request Approval systemSharePoint Factory Sdn Bhd

mobile Web Authentication App with vulnerability scannerSynic Consulting Sdn Bhd.

student certificate managerProsper Solutions Sdn. Bhd

eden catering systemEden Inc Sdn Bhd

Expert Platforms

SOCIT provides various expert platforms that feature talks and lectures delivered by invited speakers from the industry as well as adjunct faculty members, who speak about the ICT industry and profession.

We recognise the value of adjunctteaching to our students’ learning, as the adjunct faculty adds to the diversity of the classroom with their professional experience and expertise. Apart from strengthening the School’s teaching profile, these industry practitioners also provide students with an opportunity to interact with professionals in specialised fields to enhance their learning.

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sApPatrick MayerHead of Order & Supply Chain Management, Hilti Asia IT Services

cloud computingDr. Dzaharudin MansorNational Technology Officer, Microsoft Malaysia

green computingAkhil GuptaDirector of Corporate Services, Basis Bay

cyber threatsSaravanan Kulanthaivelu Deputy Director - Network Security Centre,Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Center (MCMC)

ict innovation - great ideas for a Better FutureDato’ Arif SiddiquiChief Information Officer, Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia & Group Chief Information Officer, Islamic Banking Standard Chartered

model driven and model Based Approaches in software engineeringDr. Theodoros Arvanitis Head of the Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Birmingham, UK

the role of ict in Knowledge managementVisvalingam N SuppiahManaging Director, Paradigm Systems Berhad

how do organisations stay competitive in the it industrySiva GunesparanSenior Business Development Manager, ASVIDA Asia Pte Ltd

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usefulness of googleSajith SivanandanCountry Head (Malaysia), Google

software engineeringPang Swee Keat Manager - Development Team, Experian Sdn. Bhd.

networked societyTimothy SenathirajahChief Technology Officer - Global Customer Unit, Ericsson (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

networking and securityProf. Dr. Sureswaran RamadassDirector, IPv6 Centre of Excellence, University Sains Malaysia (USM)

Industry Advisory Panel (IAP)

The IAP works closely with SOCIT to ensure that the programmes provided are up-to-date and relevant with current IT industry practices and requirements. The IAP also assists in providing students with the opportunity for internships. Seminars that feature expert speakers are organised by the panel to help impart insight and industry trends to students. Our IAP members include:

Our highly-qualified faculty members also possess extensive industry experience and actively pursue professional certification in key areas of specialisation. Many of them are regarded as experts in their respective fields:

Industry Certifications

Our programmes meet the rigorious standards of the Malaysia Software Testing Board (MSTB) due to our stringent entry requirements, comprehensive curriculum, students’ work and achievements, and qualified teaching faculty.

The industry-wide recognition attached to these accreditations greatly enhances our students’ career opportunities and the quality of our teaching faculty. They also ease the pathway for our students to pursue a professional qualification or further their studies upon graduation.

Some of the certifications undertaken by our students are as follows:

Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) By International Software Testing Qualification Board (ISTQB)

Certified Professional Requirement Engineer (CPRE) By International Requirement Engineering Board (IREB)

Sun Certified Java 2 Programmer

Certified Mathematical Programmer, Advanced Foundation Level

Certified Knowledge Manager, KM Institute, USA

Certified Tester, Foundation Level, ISTQB

Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering, IREB

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Network Engineer in IPv6 (CNE6)

Cisco Trained Academy Instructor

Certified Online Professional, Google

Certified Cloud Professional, Google

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Training and Certification, British Standards Institute

Red Hat Certified Administrator

Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

Certified in Training - Train the Trainer, PSMB

Level 1 TRIZ Practitioner, The Malaysia TRIZ Innovation Association

Certified CloudU, Rackspace Hosting

Certified Ethical Hacker, EC-Council

Cloud Computing Security Knowledge, Cloud Security Alliance

Cloud Computing Architecture - Solution Advisor, IBM

Cloud Computing Infrastructure - Solution Architect, IBM

Database SQL Certified Expert, Oracle

Health Informatics in the Cloud, Georgia Insititute of Technology, USA

New Models of Business in Society, University of Virginia, USA

The Global Business of Sports, University of Pennsylvania, USA

Developing Innovative Ideas for New Companies, University of Maryland, USA

Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice, Leiden University, Netherlands

Data Scientist’s Toolbox, John Hopkins University

Getting and Cleaning Data, John Hopkins University

R Programming, John Hopkins University

Exploratory Data Analysis, John Hopkins University

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Applications Development: MSC Innovation Voucher

The MSC Innovation Voucher programme provides a platform for MSC-Status companies to obtain research and consultancy support from the nation’s various schools of computing. In 2012, SOCIT was at the forefront of all computing schools, with the most number of industry partnerships.

ICT Networking Session

This event is supported by IT professionals and consultants from various companies across Malaysia, and is a neutral platform for industry leaders to discuss trends that are shaping their profession. Such events provide opportunities for idea exchange among students and professionals within the industry.

Fantasy Football systemJustMobile Bhd.A fully automated web-based Fantasy Football System, with support for mobile based application using Web Services

mobile Apps- maritime and shipping information systemOpulens Sdn. Bhd.A mobile app, which complements an existing system to monitor shipping vessel operation

extension module for online receipting systemMyriadeas Sdn. Bhd.A novel receipt based system to enhance their existing system

real-time multiplayer with unity3d using ios gamecenterCommon Extract Sdn. Bhd.Development of a real time multiplayer game on iOS Gamecenter using Unity3D

Biometric online paymentEPP SolutionsOnline purchase using biometric devices and user authentication

Professional Networks

Students have the opportunity to participate in annual gatherings organised by professional bodies, which are aimed at fostering close ties between students from various public and private institutions as well as industry members. Such events provide a platform for the exchange of ideas and discussion of current issues, and provide students with opportunities to meet and network with industry experts.

ACM Special Interest Group on Applied Computing (SIGAPP)

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)

Centre for Research in Intelligent Systems (CRIS) Research Group

EC-Council-Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI version 3)

IBM Academic Initiative

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)

International Association of Computer Science and Information Technology (IACSIT)

International Association of Software Architect (IASA)

Internet Society (ISOC)

Malaysian Software Testing Board

Member for NAV6 IPv6 Research Forum

Dzahar MansorPhD

National Technology OfficerMicrosoft Malaysia

One of the biggest myths today is the believe that there are no jobs in ICT

industry. It has been reported that the fastest growing

occupations globally include health care and information

technology. The truth is there are ample job opportunities in Malaysia and around the

world awaiting those who are passionate about this field.

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Internship Experience

No amount of learning is complete without practical knowledge and experience on the job. Taylor’s Career Services Centre aims to provide students with the best internship and career placement options in the ICT industry. It serves to expose students to the real working environment, providing insights into the industry and helping them develop good values and characteristics for a successful career. In addition to offering job searches and interview preparation, the Career Services team also provides a full suite of activities to enhance students’ employment opportunities. To date, our students have successfully secured internship placements with some of the industry’s best, including:

Many of our graduates have also gone on to gain employment at some of these leading organisations:

Employable Graduates

Accenture

BASF Asia

Cyber Village

Data Solution

Digi

Ernst & Young

Experian

F-Secure

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JobStreet.com

Microsoft

OpenMinds Resources

PwC

Quintiq

SAP

SCICOM

Silverlake

Sunway Group

Reference List Cyber Security Malaysiawww.cybersecurity.my

IBM Malaysiawww.ibm.com.my

International Association of Software Architects (IASA)www.iasaglobal.org

International Multilateral Partnership Against Cyber Threatwww.impact-alliance.org

International Requirements Engineering Board (IREB)www.certified-re.de/en

International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB)www.istqb.org

Karpersky Malaysiawww.karpersky-sea.com

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)www.skmm.gov.my

Malaysian National Computer Confederationwww.mncc.com.my

Malaysian Software Testing Board (MSTB)www.mstb.org

MIMOSwww.mimos.my

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovationwww.mosti.gov.my

MSC Malaysiawww.mscmalaysia.my

Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC)www.mdec.my

PIKOM, The National ICT Association of Malaysiawww.pikom.org.my

University of the West of England (UWE)www.uwe.ac.uk

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Pg. 06 Taylor’s Diploma in Information Technology (DIT)

Pg. 08 Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)

Pg. 10 Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Computer Security & Forensics)

Pg. 12 Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons)

Pg. 14 Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Internet Technologies)

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Education Pathway

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Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)or

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Computer Security & Forensics)

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Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons) or

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Internet Technologies)

Awarded by Taylor’s University & University of the West of England (UWE), UK

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SPM / O Level / Equivalent

STPM / UEC / A Levels / SAM / SACE / CPU /

IB / Equivalent

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Diploma in Information

Technology (DIT)

Awarded by Taylor’s University

Advanced Standing into Year 2

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Entry Requirements

All information is correct at time of printing and is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university’s Admissions Department.

DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)Pass with min. 3 credits including Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and a pass in English, Bahasa Melayu and History

O LevelPass with min. 3 credits including Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and a pass in English

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) Pass with min. 3B including Mathematics and a pass in English

Taylor’s Diploma in Information Technology (DIT)Pass with min. CGPA 2.50

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) Min. CGPA 2.67 in 3 subjects including C in Mathematics

Unified Examination Certicate (UEC) Pass with 5Bs, max. 24 points including B in Mathematics and English

A Levels Min. CDD including C in Mathematics

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International Min. ATAR 65 including B- in Mathematics

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) Min. average of 65% in 6 subjects including 70% in Mathematics (All Mathematics subjects except Data Management)

International Baccalaureate (IB) Min. 28 points in 6 subjects including min. 5 points in High Level (HL) Mathematics and min. 6 points in General / Business Mathematics

Bachelor of Software Engineering (Hons)

Taylor’s Foundation in Computing (FIC)Pass with min. CGPA 2.00


Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)Min. CGPA 2.75 in 3 subjects including C in Mathematics

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)Pass with 5Bs, max. 22 points including B in Mathematics and English

A LevelsMin. CDD including C in Mathematics

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) /SACE InternationalMin. ATAR 65 including B- in Mathematics

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)Min. average of 65% in 6 subjects including 70% in Mathematics (All Mathematics subjects except Data Management)

International Baccalaureate (IB)Min. 32 points in 6 subjects including min. 5 points in High Level (HL) Mathematics and min. 6 points in General / Business Mathematics

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Internet Technologies) Taylor’s Foundation in ComputingPass with min. CGPA 2.00


Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)Min. CGPA 2.00 in 3 subjects including C in Mathematics

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)Pass with min. 5Bs including Mathematics

FOUNDATION PROGRAMME

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)Pass with min. 5 credits including English and Mathematics / Additional Mathematics with a pass in Bahasa Melayu and History

O LevelPass with min. 5 credits including English and Mathematics / Additional Mathematics

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) Pass with min. 3Bs including English and Mathematics

Improve your Englishat Taylor’s Centre for

Languages (TCL)

IELTS Band 6.0 TOEFL 79 (Internet Based Test) MUET Band 4 UEC English B4 O Level Grade C1119 (GCE-O) Grade BTaylor’s EET Overall score 6.0Taylor’s IEN Level 2 Grade B

Completed Pre-U / Diploma that was conducted in English

Students who have completed a full year preparatory / foundation study in English may be exempted from meeting the English requirements.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS(Applicable to Bachelor programmes only)

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)

Taylor’s Foundation in Computing (FIC) Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Taylor’s Diploma in InformationTechnology (DIT) Pass with min. CGPA 2.50

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) Min. CGPA 2.33 in 3 subjects including C in Mathematics

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) Pass with 5Bs, max.24 points including B in Mathematics and English.

A Levels 3 principals passed with CDD / AEE / CCE / BDE OR 2 principals passed with BB / AC inlcuding min. C in Mathematics.

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) /SACE International Min. ATAR 65 including B- in Mathematics

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) Min. average of 65% in 6 subjects including 65% in Mathematics (All Mathematics subjects except Data Manamgent)

International Baccalaureate(IB) Min. 28 points in 6 subjects including min. 5 points in High Level (HL) Mathematics and min. 6 points in General / Business Mathematics

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Computer Security & Forensics)

Taylor’s Foundation in Computing (FIC) Pass with min. CGPA 2.67 and Grade B in Mathematics I and II

BACHELOR PROGRAMMES

A Levels Min. EE including Mathematics

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE InternationalMin. ATAR 55 including C- in Mathematics

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)Min. average of 55% in 6 subjects including 55% in Mathematics (All Mathematics subjects except Data Management)

International Baccalaureate (IB)Min. 28 points in 6 subjects including min. 4 points in High Level (HL) Mathematics and min. 5 points in General / Business Mathematics

Other Qualifications Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

NOTE:Students who wish to pursue the following bachelor programmes are required to meet the pre-requisite below

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons), Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Computer Security & Forensics) & Bachelor of Software Engineering • SPM / O Level, Pass with min. 5 credit

including Additional Mathematics for entry with Pre-University / Foundation qualification OR Pass with min. 3 credits including Additional Mathematics for entry with Diploma qualification

Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Internet Technologies) • SPM / O Level, Pass with min. 5 credit

including Mathematics for entry with Pre-University / Foundation qualification OR Pass with min. 3 credits including Mathematics for entry with Diploma qualification

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Foundation inComputing (FIC)KPT/JPS (R/010/3/0230) (A10341) 06/19

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The programme is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a future in various computing related degrees. Emphasising on ‘learning by doing’, students are regularly required to work on actual projects that instill core competencies and knowledge in the field of computing and information technology.

Students are exposed to a dynamic learning environment that extends beyond the classroom, where students are trained to apply theory into practice, thus developing the ability to demonstrate discipline-specific knowledge, cognitive capabilities and soft skills.

Upon completion, the students will develop core competencies in the field of Computing and the application of technologies, grooming them for further studies or careers in the ICT industry.

Strong Computing Focus• Knowledge and understanding of computing, IT and basics of logical thinking skills, through modules like Introduction to Computing, Practical IT skills and Introduction to Algorithm & Problem Solving.

From Theory to Application • Develop independence and confidence, through continuous assessments which encompass elements of presentation, group discussion, out-of-classroom activities and practical assignments.

Balanced Learning Environment• Opportunity to acquire and demonstrate discipline- specific knowledge, cognitive capabilities and soft skills.

• A balanced assessment method, whereby 50% of the evaluation allocated to various continuous assessments such as quizzes, class test, projects, oral presentations, and the remaining 50% to the final exam.

1-Year Programme

Conducive Learning Environment• Same access to the University’s facilities as undergraduate and postgraduate students, and able to contribute equally to the campus community.

• Exposure to the latest developments in the computing field through talks and workshops conducted by local and international speakers and industry experts.

Reliable Support System• First Year Experience (FYE) initiatives, such as motivational talks and peer-assisted study sessions, provide students the much-needed support to adjust to university life and excel in academic and extra-curricular activities.

Programme Structure:

Semester 1• English I• Introduction to Computing• Introduction to Information Systems• Practical IT Skills• Algebra and Calculus• Social Media

Semester 2• English II• Introduction to Multimedia• Introduction to E-business• Introduction to Algorithm & Problem solving• Discrete Mathematics• .Net Technology

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Diploma in Information Technology (DIT)KPT/JPS (R/481/4/0668) (MQA/FA0095) 11/20

2-Year Programme

Learning from Experts • Opportunity to learn and interact with experts through real-life simulations, field trips and study trips that instill real-world knowledge.

Information Technology Focus• Students will learn to apply concepts and technologies in practical situations to develop effective software development, programming and website creation.

Industry-Relevant Skills• Emphasis on instilling technical skills and problem solving methods through Web programming, System Analysis & Design, Problem-Solving and Computing Mathematics.

Flexibility in Choosing Elective Courses• Students now have the

flexibilty in doing their 3 open electives. The modules of 3 credits are offered under any of the Diploma/ADP programmes in Taylor’s University such as Social Sciences, Humanities, Communications, Fine Arts and Optional English Courses.

Dynamic Internship Programme• 12-week internship with a computing company exposes students to the real working environment and provides in-depth knowledge in the field of computing.

The programme is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge, skills and attitude to explore technology-based ventures.

Combining theory and practice and real world experience, the programme covers key technical knowledge in techniques of analysing user requirements and specifications, programming and website creation. The systematic development of innovative thinking and creative problem solving skills is given emphasis in the programme. Students will also gain exposure to the major elements of entrepreneurship activities. Upon completion, students will have the ability to apply the concepts and technologies to practice, grooming them for further studies, careers in software development or technopreneurship.


Semester 1• English for Information Technology• Computing Mathematics• Introduction to Information Technology• Problem Solving & Programming Design• MPU (U1)*

Semester 2• English for Communication • Principle of Database• Human-Computer Interaction• Principles of Web Development• Elective I• MPU (U2)*

Semester 3• Principles of Programming using Java • Web Development • System Analysis and Design• Elective II• MPU (U3)*• MPU (U4)*

Semester 4• Software Project Management• Computer Architecture• Object-Oriented Programming• Operating Systems• Elective III

Semester 5• Data Communication & Networking• Calculus and Algebra• Database Systems• Computing Project• Principles of Software Engineering

Semester 6Industrial Training

Diploma in Information Technology

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Year 1 Year 2

NOTE:* The ministry of Education (MOE) requires all students to take Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU) (i.e. General Studies) which is catagorised under U1, U2, U3 and U4 within the duration of their studies. U1 modules are prescribed by MOE whereas U2, U3 and U4 modules are from a lost of University Core Modules (UCM) prescribed as per the Programme Guide.

ELECTIVE MODULES : Open ElectivesTotal 9 credits : Students to do 3 open electives, module of 3 credits each offered under any of the Diploma / ADP programmes in Taylor’s University.

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Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)

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KPT/JPS (N/481/6/0256) (MQA/PA2541) 03/18Bachelor of Science (Hons) Computer Science (UWE, UK)

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The programme provides students with the know-how and capability to design, develop, integrate and maintain all types of computer applications and systems, and devise new and better ways of using computer solutions and technology to benefit society.

Students will explore software development and all its related technologies, programming languages and models, data structures and algorithms, as well as innovation in the applicationof computer solutions and technology. Through this programme, students will also enhance their entrepreneurial, problem solving, project management and teamwork skills, enabling them to develop effective solutions for real-world computing problems.

Specialised Skills in Computer Science• Specialised skills in different programming languages as well as software design and development in general, enabling students to develop new solutions and applications using computers.

3-YearProgramme

• Exposure to different computing languages, including UNIX, XML, C++ and Java, with modules like C Programming, Object- Oriented Programming using Java and UNIX Programming.

Learning from Experts• Gain valuable industry exposure and keep abreast with industry practices via module adoption, expert talks, guest lecturers and project based module from the experts such as IBM Malaysia, Google Malaysia, Experian and Microsoft Malaysia.

Industry Engagement• Opportunity to work on real-world problems identified by the industry for assignments, projects or as a Final Year Project under the guidance of the industry members.

• Mentorship from industry experts in developing commercial applications, tools and/or services.

Integrated Professional Certification• Option to take-up industry certifications as electives, such as International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) as a Certified Tester, Malaysian Software Testing Board (MSTB) as a Certified Professional in Requirements Engineering, Oracle Database SQL Expert exam as an Oracle Database SQL Certified Expert and SAP Professional Training, thus qualifying students to sit for these exams.

Dynamic Internship Programme• 12-week internship exposes students to the real working environment and provides in-depth knowledge in the field of computing.

Dual Award• Students will receive equal recognition and certification from both Taylor’s University and the University of the West of England (UWE), UK.


Semester 1• Computer Systems• C Programming• Systems Analysis & Design• Mathematics for Computing I• MPU (U1) - Module 1*

Semester 2• Communication Practice for IT Professionals• Web Systems & Technologies• Fundamentals of Software Engineering• Elective I• MPU (U1) - Module 2*• MPU (U2)*

Semester 3• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming• Software Design• Fundamentals of Database Systems• Data Structures and Algorithms• Fundamentals of Data Communications• MPU (U3)*

Semester 4• Operating Systems• User Interface Programming & Graphics• Computing Theory• Object-oriented Programming using C++• Distributed Application Development• MPU (U4)*

Semester 5• Final Year Project• Artificial Intelligence• Object-Oriented Programming using Java• Technopreneurship• Professional Computing Practice• Elective II


Semester 7• Final Year Project• Windows Applications using .NET Technologies• Advanced Database Systems• Elective III• Elective IV

Electives• Computer Crime & Digital Evidence• Multimedia Systems • Introduction to Information Retrieval • XML Technologies • Web Scripting • Web Applications using .NET Technologies • Web Database Applications • UNIX Programming • Mobile Applications Development• Data Mining • Enterprise Computing • Online Presence Management

Bachelor of Computer Science

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Career Options• Applications Developer• Database Designer• E-Business Consultant• IT Consultant• Network Engineer• Programmer• Software Developer• Software Engineer• Systems Analyst• Systems Developer• Technical Support Engineer

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NOTE:* The Ministry of Education (MOE) requires all students to take Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU) (i.e. General Studies) which is categorised under U1, U2, U3 and U4 within the duration of their studies. U1 modules are prescribed by MOE whereas U2, U3 and U4 modules are from a list of University Core Modules (UCM) prescribed as per the Programme Guide.

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Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)(Computer Security & Forensics)


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KPT/JPS (N/481/6/0100) (MQA/PA0601) 06/16Bachelor of Science (Hons) Forensic Computing and Security (UWE, UK)

The programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge and ability to secure computing systems and networks from malice or instrusions, such as viruses and hackers, as well as expose them to current and developing computer forensic technologies.

Students will learn how to design and create computer systems to curb malicious users from causing damage to the system, and focus on the whole security life cycle covering the identification of risks and threats, testing of security measures and responses required if security measures fail. Through this programme, students will be equipped with in-depth knowledge in network security, systems hardening, the process of forensically gathering evidence and analysing captured data, as well as legal aspects of cyber security.

Strong Focus on Computer Security & Forensics • Develop specialised skills such as hands-on forensic analysis and security techniques as well as procedures required to implement more robust security mechanisms; also mastery of industry software such as EnCase Forensic.

3-YearProgramme

• Practical exposure at dedicated security and forensic test laboratory, through subjects like Computer Crime & Digital Evidence, Computer Security & Forensics Tools and Forensic Computing Practice, allowing students to gather, analyse and present evidence.

Learning from Experts• Gain valuable industry exposure and keep abreast with industry practices via module adoption, expert talks, guest lecturers and project based module from the experts such as International Multilateral Partnership Against Cyber Threats (IMPACT) and F-Secure.

Industry Engagement• Opportunity to work on real-world problems identified by the industry for assignments, projects and/or as a Final Year Project under the guidance of the industry members.


Integrated Professional Certification• Option to take-up elective modules for the Oracle Database SQL Expert exam as an Oracle Database SQL Certified Expert, SAP Professional Training and Google Web Academy Online Professional.



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Semester 1• Computer Systems • C Programming • Systems Analysis & Design • Mathematics for Computing I• MPU (U1) - Module 1*

Semester 2• Communication Practice for IT Professionals • Elective I• MPU (U1) - Module 2*

Semester 3 • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming • Computer Crime & Digital Evidence • Data Structures & Algorithms • Fundamentals of Software Engineering• MPU (U2)*

Semester 4• Operating Systems • Software Design • Fundamentals of Database Systems • Fundamentals of Data Communications • Computer and Network Security • MPU (U3)*

Semester 5• Object-Oriented Programming using Java • User Interface Programming & Graphics • Computing Theory • Computer Security & Forensics Tools• Distributed Application Development • MPU (U4)*

Semester 6• Final Year Project • Security Management in Practice • Cryptography • Computer Intrusion Detection • Professional Computing Practice • Elective II


Semester 8• Final Year Project • Artificial Intelligence • Forensic Computing Practice • Elective III • Elective IV

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Computer

Security & Forensics)

Career Options

• Chief Information Security Officer• Computer Forensics Engineer• Computer Forensics Investigator• Cyber Security Analyst• Ethical Hacker• Information Security Analyst• Information Security Engineer• Information Systems Security Manager• Information Systems Security Officer• Malware Analyst• Penetration Tester• Secure Applications Engineer

Electives• Enterprise Computing • Online Presence Management • Technopreneurship • Object-Oriented Programming using C++ • Probability and Statistical Analysis • Advanced Database Systems • Data Mining • Windows Applications using .NET Technologies • Advanced Systems Administration • UNIX Programming • Web Applications using .NET Technologies



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KPT/JPS (N/481/6/0086) (MQA/PA0600) 05/16Bachelor of Science (Hons) Software Engineering (UWE, UK)

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The programme is designed to prepare students with in-depth knowledge, skills and technical know-how to design an entire engineering system, by combining the study of Computer Science and Engineering.

Students will be equipped to design, analyse and manage complex engineering systems involving many different engineering disciplines, combining theory and practical approaches to software engineering. Throughout the programme, students will also acquire communication skills, and hands-on experience in developing large-scale software systems, and managing various aspects of software engineering projects, especially project management and quality assurance.

3-YearProgramme

Specialised Skills in Software Engineering• In-depth knowledge of design and implementation of large software systems and the software development process, through modules like Software Design, Software Quality and Software Maintenance.

• Exposure to using Agile software development methods such as Agile Unified Process (AUP), Crystal Clear

and Scrum, which are widely used in the ICT industry.

Learning from Experts• Valuable industry exposure and hands-on practices via module adoption, expert talks, guest lecturers and project based module from the experts such as Google Malaysia, Microsoft Malaysia, HILTI, MIMOS and Basis Bay.

Industry Engagement• Opportunity to work on real-world problems identified by the industry for assignments, projects and/or as a Final Year Project under the guidance of the industry members.


Integrated Professional Certification• Option to take-up industry certification modules, such as International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) as a Certified Tester and Malaysian Software Testing Board (MSTB) as a Certified Professional in Requirements Engineering and

SAP Professional Training, thus qualifying students to sit for these exams.

• Opportunities to obtain other training and certification modules such as Oracle Certification and Google Web Academy Online Professional, thus qualifying them to sit for these exams.

Business and Management Exposure• Exposure to business management modules through Technopreneurship, E-Commerce, Introduction to Management, Introduction to Accounting and Organisational Behavior.



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Semester 1• Computer Systems • C Programming • Systems Analysis & Design • Mathematics for Computing I • MPU (U1) - Module 1*

Semester 2• Communication Practice for IT Professionals • Elective I• MPU (U1) - Module 2*

Semester 3• MPU (U2)*• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming • Mathematics for Computing II • Data Structures & Algorithms • Fundamentals of Software Engineering

Semester 4• Object-Oriented Programming using Java • Software Design • Fundamentals of Database Systems • Fundamentals of Data Communications • Software Process • MPU (U3)*

Semester 5• Operating Systems • Software Quality • Software Maintenance • Project Management • Distributed Application Development • MPU (U4)*

Semester 6• Software Engineering Project • Computing Theory • Enterprise Computing • Professional Computing Practice • Elective II


Semester 8• Software Engineering Project • Artificial Intelligence • Data Mining • Elective III• Elective IV

Electives• E-Commerce • Internet Fundamentals • Probability & Statistical Analysis • Online Presence Management • Object-Oriented Programming using C++ • Advanced Database Systems • Introduction to Information Retrieval • UNIX Programming • Web Applications using .NET Technologies

Career Options• C++ Programmer• Computer Communications Specialists• Games Developer• Games Graphic Designer• Graphic Games Developer• IT Consultant• IT Engineer• IT Manager• Java J2EE Developer• Network Architect Developer• .Net Application Developer• .Net Consultants• Objective C Programmer• Programmer• Software Architect• Software Designer• Software Engineer• Web Developer

Bachelor of Software Engineering

(Hons)



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Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Internet Technologies)


KPT/JPS (N/481/6/0280) (MQA/PA2538) 04/18Bachelor of Science (Hons) Information Technology (UWE, UK)

The programme provides students with the combination of theories and hands-on practice to manage an organisation’s information technology infrastructure and meet users’ needs.

Students will learn how to develop Internet applications, harness e-commerce technologies, support information retrieval, and configure networks and databases. The programme will provides students with a firm foundation in computer science, while equipping them with relevant competencies in project management, problem solving and teamwork. Upon completion of the programme, students will be able to provide solutions for computing-related challenges faced by various organisations.

3-YearProgramme

Specialised Skills in Internet Technology• Specialised skills in design, development, application, implementation, and management of computer based information systems, with modules like Internet Fundamentals, Web Scripting and Web Database Applications.

• Knowledge of computing systems and Internet-based

technologies to efficiently retrieve, store, process, share and manage data, for usage in communication and business.

Learning From Experts• Valuable industry exposure and hands-on practices via module adoption, expert talks, guest lecturers and project based module from experts such as Google Malaysia, MIMOS and Basis Bay.

Industry Engagement• Opportunity to work on real-world problems identified by the industry for assignments, projects or as a Final Year Project under the guidance of the industry members


Integrated Professional Certification• Option to take-up industry professional certification such as International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) as a Certified Tester, Malaysian Software Testing Board (MSTB) as a Certified

Professional in Requirements Engineering, Oracle Database SQL Expert exam as an Oracle Database SQL exam as an Oracle Database SQL Certified Expert, Google Web Academy Online Professional and SAP Professional Training, thus qualifying students sit for these exams.

Business and Management Exposure• Exposure to business management modules through Technopreneurship, E-Commerce, Introduction to Management, Introduction to Accounting and Organisational Behavior.




Semester 1• Computer Systems • Systems Analysis & Design • Mathematics for Computing I • MPU (U1) - Module 1*• Elective I

Semester 2• Communication Practice for IT Professionals • Web Systems and Technologies • Fundamentals of Software Engineering • Internet Fundamentals • MPU (U1) - Module 2*

Semester 3• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming • Fundamentals of Database Systems • Fundamentals of Data Communications • E-Commerce • MPU (U2)*• MPU (U3)*

Semester 4• Operating Systems • Web Database Applications • Object-Oriented Programming using Java • MPU (U4)*• Elective II• Elective III

Semester 5• Final Year Project • Enterprise Computing • Mobile Applications Development • Multimedia Systems • Technopreneurship • Professional Computing Practice


Semester 7 • Final Year Project • Windows Applications using .NET Technologies • Web Applications using .NET Technologies • XML Technologies • Elective IV

Electives• C Programming • Data Structures and Algorithms • Computer Crime and Digital Evidence • Object-Oriented Programming Using C++ • Online Presence Management

Career Options• Analyst Programmer• Client / Server Specialist• Information Technology Officer• IT Consultant• Network Administrator• Network Consultant• Programmer• System Analyst• System Software Programmer• Technology Manager• Web Designer• Web Developer

Bachelor of Information Technology

(Hons) (Internet Technologies)



*Admission is subject to the transfer requirements established by the respective universities.

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Admission and Application Information

How To applyStep 1: Choose your programme• Please read through Taylor’s University prospectus and / or website for information on the interested programmes and available intakes. Alternatively, you may meet our education counsellors for necessary advice.

Step 2: Check entry requirements• Check the published entry requirement (including English Language requirement, if applicable) and ensure you fulfill all necessary criteria for the programme you wish to apply.

Step 3: Prepare your documents • Compile all certified true copy of the required supporting documents. You may refer to the document Checklist in the Application for Admission Form.

Step 4: Submit your application• Please read through all the instructions on the Application for Admission Form and complete all the sections on it. Your application can only be processed when the Admissions Office receive all the required documentation.• An application fee and processing fee (for programme requires interview) must be paid when you submit your application. • If you do not hold a Malaysian identification card or Malaysian passport, you must apply for a student pass (a non-refundable international student charge or EMGS is required). Note: Applicants holding Dependent Pass and Malaysian MY Second Home (MM2H) visa are required to convert to Student Pass while studying at Taylor’s. Please consult our officers at the International Office for more information.

Step 5: Receive application outcome• After the assessment of your application, you will receive a letter from the Admissions Office that notify the application outcome.• To secure a place at Taylor’s University, you must accept the offer before the deadline stated in the letter with relevant fee payment to the University. The details on how to accept the offer will also be stated in your letter of offer. • For non-Malaysian applicant, you will receive status of your Student Visa application to study at the University.

Step 6: Prepare to attend the Orientation• Please login to www.taylors.edu.my/orientation to download your Orientation Guide one (1) week prior to the commencement date. You are required to attend the orientation activities as per schedule.

This publication contains information, which is current as of November 2015. Changes in circumstances after this date may impact upon the accuracy or timeliness of the information. Taylor’s University does its best to ensure that the information contained herein is accurate, but reserves the right to change any information described in this prospectus without notice. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

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