Diploma in Computer Science

(N/481/4/0823)(08/25)(MQA/FA13808)

Diploma in Computer Science

(N/481/4/0823)(08/25)(MQA/FA13808)

About Diploma in Computer Science

Gear your way towards the Digital Future of Industrial 4.0 with our Diploma In Computer Science in Malaysia where you will learn to create, enterprise and manage various computer systems. Through software development, programme languages, algorithms and data structures, students will be equipped with the practical skills relevant to adapting and using modern information technologies.

Full-time (2.4 years)

The Ship Campus, Penang

January, May, September

Approx. RM 30,500

  • SPM / IGCSE : Pass with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and pass in English
  • UEC : Pass with 3 B6 inclusive of Mathematics and pass in English
  • Software Engineer
  • Analyst Programmer
  • IT Support Personnel
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Application Analyst/Developer

Programme Structure

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

  • Introduction to Information Technology and Applications
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Networking
  • Problem Solving in Computing
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1*
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Calculus and Algebra
  • Business Communication
  • Network Technology
  • Fundamentals of Programming
  • Network Security
  • English Language Proficiency
  • Operating Systems
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A** / Public Speaking
  • Object-oriented Programming
  • Cryptography
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • System Analysis and Design
  • Database Management System
  • Security Management
  • Internet Development
  • Ethical Hacking and Intrusion Prevention
  • Cyber Law
  • Community Service 1
    Elective (1)***
    Elective (2)***
    Elective (3)***
  • Industrial Training (4 months)

*** Elective Subject

  • Cloud Computing Security
  • Multimedia Principles
  • Cyber Risk Management
  • Visual Programming
  • Computer Security and Forensic

Year 2

  • Object-oriented Programming
  • Cryptography
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • System Analysis and Design
  • Database Management System
  • Security Management
  • Internet Development
  • Ethical Hacking and Intrusion Prevention
  • Cyber Law
  • Community Service 1
    Elective (1)***
    Elective (2)***
    Elective (3)***

Year 3

  • Industrial Training (4 months)

*** Elective Subject

  • Cloud Computing Security
  • Multimedia Principles
  • Cyber Risk Management
  • Visual Programming
  • Computer Security and Forensic

Changes to the programme structure are at Peninsula College Georgetown’s discretion as approved by MQA

* for international students only.
** for individuals who did not meet the minimum grade C in their SPM results or hold equivalent qualifications from other examinations.

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Professor Dr Ian Pashby

Chairman
Advisor & Non-Executive Director
Peninsula Higher Education Group

Professor Ian Robert Pashby graduated from the University of Sheffield (UK) with a bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy and then worked in research and development for Rolls-Royce (aero engines). He joined the Warwick Manufacturing Group at the University of Warwick (UK) as a lecturer, was awarded his PhD for research in the processing of materials and subsequently promoted to Senior Lecturer.

In 2000, he became Professor of Manufacturing Processes at the University of Nottingham (UK).

Professor Pashby moved to the University of Nottingham’s Malaysia Campus in 2007 to become Deputy Head. became Pro-Vice Chancellor and then CEO of the campus in 2008. Returning to the UK in 2013, he became Pro-Vice Chancellor at the University of Hull (UK). He moved back to Malaysia in 2017 to lead the Peninsula Higher Education Group as its Group President and in 2024 became the Advisor.