Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Artificial Intelligence
Sunway College Johor Bahru · Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The BSc (Hons) in Artificial Intelligence at Sunway University offers a distinctive learning experience driven by state-of-the-art facilities, impactful research, and a vibrant academic community. Students benefit from dedicated AI and Machine Learning Lab equipment, access to Sunway High Performance Computing (HPC) services, and project-based learning supported through internships and capstone projects.
On successful completion of the programme, graduates will be awarded a degree from Lancaster University in addition to a degree from Sunway University. The programme also includes AI-focused competitions, coding hackathons, innovation challenges, and collaborative projects through Sunway iLabs.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Computer Mathematics and Statistics for Data Analytics to build quantitative foundations for AI.
- Programming Principles, Data Structure & Algorithms, Database Fundamentals, and Networking Principles for core computing capability.
- Operating System Fundamentals and Introduction to Artificial Intelligence to connect system knowledge with AI concepts.
- Responsible AI and Professional Ethics plus Foundations of Machine Learning and Intelligent Systems and Applications for early ethical and applied AI practice.
- Essentials of Employability and Software Architecture and Design Patterns for career-ready engineering practices.
- Artificial Intelligence Applications, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, and Generative Models in AI to strengthen modern AI capability.
- Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, and Evolutionary Algorithms to expand learning and reasoning methods.
- Machine Learning Operations and elective selection (Elective 1) including Data Fusion or Data Mining and Knowledge Fundamentals.
- Knowledge-Based Systems combined with three electives from Intelligent Digital Twin, Data-Driven IoT Intelligence, Advances in Brain Computer Interaction, Advanced Robotics Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, Advanced Natural Language Processing, Advanced Topics in Deep Learning, Algorithm for Optimization, and Edge Intelligence.
- Capstone Project 1 and Capstone Project 2 to develop and deliver major AI-focused work.
- Internship placement to apply skills in real environments and support job readiness.
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready AI engineering skills through a pathway that covers machine learning foundations, deep learning, computer vision, and natural language processing.
- You gain practical capability that supports roles like Machine Learning Specialist and AI Solutions Architect, backed by coursework that includes Machine Learning Operations and AI application development.
- You prepare for high-demand specialist tracks such as Computer Vision Engineer and Natural Language Processing Engineer through dedicated subject coverage across the programme.
- You develop real-world experience through capstone projects and an internship, so you can showcase applied outcomes rather than only theory.
- You become well-positioned for roles that connect AI to intelligent systems and automation, including Robotics and Automation Engineer and Intelligent Systems Developer.
- You graduate with an AI-focused honours degree awarded with a dual-certificate outcome involving Lancaster University, supporting global recognition of your qualification.
Employability rate
For AI-focused bachelor graduates in Malaysia, employability is typically around 82% with an unemployment rate of about 18%, reflecting steady demand for entry and junior roles in data and AI-related functions.
Together, these figures suggest a solid career outlook when you graduate with project and internship evidence aligned to industry needs.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher secondary / Foundation / diploma pathway (foreign qualifications) | Entry is based on recognised school-leaving qualifications (such as STPM, A-Level, Australian Matriculation, Canadian International Matriculation Programme, MUFY, Sunway Foundation, UEC, or IB Diploma), plus the programme-specific mathematics requirement. For students who do not have Additional Mathematics, Sunway requires a credit in Mathematics and at least one relevant Science/Technology/Engineering subject, and you may be required to enrol in and pass a Mathematics Enhancement subject at the beginning of study. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics and relevant science/ICT subjects | Direct match | International applicants need credit in Additional Mathematics (or Advanced Mathematics) or an approved alternative mathematics route as stated in the programme entry requirements. |
Language requirements
For international applicants whose previous education was not in English, Sunway University accepts recognised English language qualifications for entry into the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Artificial Intelligence.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 39800 / per year | Estimated annual course fee for international students is shown as USD9,779, and international students must pay in RM equivalent based on the prevailing exchange rate. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants may need to show proof of sufficient funds for tuition, living expenses, and any required student pass costs. Your document checklist and offer letter guidance from Sunway University’s International Office will confirm the exact items to prepare for your student pass application.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | September 01, 2025 | December 01, 2025 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | September 30, 2025 | January 30, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | January 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | September 30, 2025 | January 30, 2026 |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | September 30, 2025 | January 30, 2026 |
| Official transcripts deadline | September 30, 2025 | January 30, 2026 |
| Certified translations deadline | September 30, 2025 | January 30, 2026 |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | September 30, 2025 | January 30, 2026 |
| Missing documents (if requested) | Within 2 weeks of request | Within 2 weeks of request |
📝 How to Apply
Check eligibility for the programme and intake
Review the programme entry requirements and confirm your qualifications meet Sunway University’s mathematics and English language requirements for international applicants. Verify the commencement (intake) dates and the latest fee information before you apply. If you are unsure, Sunway’s International Office asks prospective applicants to email first to confirm eligibility before submitting the application.
Prepare documents and submit your international student application
Fill out and submit the International Student Application Form with the required documents attached. Sunway states that all application documents and initial payment must be submitted to the International Office at least eight weeks before the intake date(s). Required items include a completed application form, completed health declaration form, passport-sized photographs, a colour scan of your passport, and certified true copies of academic qualifications.
Pay required fees and wait for your offer letter
After eligibility is confirmed, you proceed with the payments listed by Sunway for international applicants, including an RM 700 enrolment fee and an RM 2,400 student pass/visa processing fee paid to EMGS. Sunway indicates that successful applicants will receive offer letters via email within 3 working days. If any record is incomplete, Sunway states that incomplete applications cannot be processed and the International Office may request additional documents.
Complete the student pass (visa) process
Accept your offer as instructed in the Letter of Offer and return the signed Acceptance of Offer to Sunway’s International Office. Submit any outstanding documents listed in the incomplete record checklist that comes with the offer, because student pass approval can be delayed if submitted late. Sunway notes that student pass approval processing time can take up to 6 to 8 weeks, after which a Visa Approval Letter is issued for printing your student VAL.