Diploma in Information Technology
UNITAR International University Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Our Diploma in Information Technology is designed to produce ICT professionals who are capable of new technology innovations. Students learn programming and software development skills aligned with the growing demands of today’s ICT industry.
The programme covers system programming, graphical user interfaces, object-oriented programming, database design and management, and system analysis. It also provides exposure to software development techniques, web application development, and programming languages such as JAVA, C#, C ++, .NET and XML.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build your fundamentals with Introduction to Information Technology
- Learn programming foundations through Fundamentals of Programming
- Develop core academic and quantitative skills with Fundamentals of Mathematics and Computing Mathematics
- Start learning key IT concepts such as Computer System and Organisation and Operating Systems
- Strengthen communication skills with General English and Effective Communication Skills
- Work on system and design topics such as System Analysis and Design and Principles of Software Engineering
- Grow in networking and data topics including Data Communication and Computer Networking and Database Concepts
- Focus on security topics such as Computer Security Ethics and Information Security
- Develop more advanced programming with Programming Principles and Techniques and Object Oriented Programming
- Apply practical learning with Interface Design and Web Essentials
- Advance into concentration areas including Databases, System Analysis and Design, and Data Communication and Computer Networking
- Build web application development skills through Web Application Development Using Java and Web Application Development Using .NET
- Develop real-world delivery with Project and IT Project Management
- Improve user-focused design with Human Computer Interaction and Visual Programming
- Continue with elective option such as Network and Cloud Administration
- Complete Industrial Training to gain industry exposure
- Consolidate learning with Information Security and System Analysis and Design topics applied to practice
- Finish with Project Paper as a final learning component
- Strengthen core professional readiness through Computer Security Ethics and Operating Systems knowledge
- Complete the program’s English and MPU components including Community Service
Career outcomes
- You gain job-ready skills for roles like Software/ Web Developer, System Analyst, and Software Programmer through programming, system analysis, and software engineering learning outcomes.
- You build industry-relevant knowledge for technical jobs such as Database Administrator and Data Engineer by studying databases and data structures within the IT concentration modules.
- You become prepared for IT operations and support careers like System Administrator and Computer Network / Cloud Administrator through operating systems and networking-focused study.
- You develop practical industry exposure through Industrial Training so you graduate with real workplace learning, not only theory.
- You can pursue a clear growth path into higher responsibility roles such as System Analyst and Network Infrastructure Engineer as your experience increases.
- You learn security and ethics topics including Computer Security Ethics and Information Security, supporting your readiness for safer system development work.
Employability rate
For Diploma in Information Technology graduates, a commonly expected employment outcome in Malaysia is an employability rate of around 75% and an unemployment rate of about 25%, reflecting ongoing hiring for entry-level and junior IT roles alongside skills-matching requirements.
Overall, this points to a stable and demand-driven outlook for students who build strong programming, systems, networking, and training experience during the diploma.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification | International applicants can apply with a pass in SPM with at least three (3) credits in any subjects inclusive of Mathematics (or an equivalent qualification). Other accepted international-equivalent options listed include STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in one subject plus a credit in Mathematics, STAM with a Maqbul (Pass) plus a credit in Mathematics, SKM Level 3 in a related field, or a Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with at least a CGPA of 2.00. |
| Mathematics requirement (and reinforcement) | Candidates without a pass in Mathematics at the SPM level (or equivalent) may still be admitted, but they are required to take and pass a reinforcement Mathematics subject offered in the first semester or before enrolment with an unconditional offer. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & IT | Direct match | The programme includes fundamentals and electives in areas such as programming principles and techniques, database-related topics, system analysis and design, data communication and networking, algorithms and data structures, object-oriented programming, and web/internet programming. |
Language requirements
For international applicants, UNITAR requires English proficiency. The minimum requirement is stated on the programme page under English Requirements (International Students Only), and if you do not meet it you may be required to take English proficiency courses.
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 22500 / total program | RM 22,500.00 total tuition fee (price shown on the official program page). |
Proof of financial resources
Prepare proof of funds for your Malaysia study journey. Your student pass/visa process commonly requires evidence that you can cover tuition and living costs, so keep bank statements and/or sponsor documents ready as requested by the official immigration or student pass process.
- Evidence of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs for study in Malaysia (as required by the student pass/visa process).
- Bank statements and/or sponsor documents in the format requested during the official application process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - 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 | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Review entry requirements for international applicants
Check the international student entry requirements on the programme page, including the school-leaving qualification options and the Mathematics requirement (including reinforcement if needed). Confirm your documents match the programme’s listed accepted qualifications and that you can meet the published English requirement for international students. If you are unsure about your qualification equivalency, prepare your certificates and transcripts early so you can respond quickly to any admissions document requests.
Submit your online application and supporting documents
Complete the official application steps through UNITAR’s application process during the published intake period. Upload your academic certificates and transcripts that support eligibility, ensuring Mathematics results are clearly shown when applicable. Submit any additional documents requested by admissions for processing of international applicants.
Complete English requirement actions if you do not meet the minimum
If your English proficiency does not meet the programme’s minimum requirement for international applicants, plan to take the programme’s required English proficiency courses as indicated in the English Requirements section. Keep proof of your prior English-medium instruction (if applicable) ready, and follow any guidance provided by UNITAR during admissions processing. This helps avoid delays in conditional admission steps.