Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking)
- Key Information
Course Name:
Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking)
University Name:
Curtin University Malaysia
Campus:
Sarawak
Qualification:
Bachelor
Duration:
3 years
Intake:
February, July
IELTS:
6.5
Study Mode:
On-campus
Study Type:
Full time study
Program Mode:
Coursework
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 38,600 |
| 2nd Year | MYR 38,600 |
| 3rd Year | MYR 38,600 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Insurance (compulsory) | MYR 900 |
| Hospitalization Deposit (refundable) | MYR 500 |
| International Student Registration Fee (not refundable) | MYR 420 |
| Student Visa Stamping Fee (not refundable) | MYR 20 |
Campus
Sarawak
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Intake
February, July
IELTS
6.5
Study Mode
On-campus
Study Type
Full time study
Program Mode
Coursework
Course Fee for International Students
Yearly Tuition Fees
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | MYR 38,600 |
| 2nd Year | MYR 38,600 |
| 3rd Year | MYR 38,600 |
Other Fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Insurance (compulsory) | MYR 900 |
| Hospitalization Deposit (refundable) | MYR 500 |
| International Student Registration Fee (not refundable) | MYR 420 |
| Student Visa Stamping Fee (not refundable) | MYR 20 |
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking) at Curtin University Malaysia operates as a sophisticated pedagogical framework designed to ground scholars in the epistemological foundations and transformative methodologies of systemic network architecture and infrastructural governance. This program facilitates an intellectual transition from general technical interest to specialized professional proficiency by synthesizing rigorous theoretical inquiry with applied systems engineering, ensuring that candidates can navigate the multifaceted complexities inherent in both wired and wireless modern information systems. By integrating advanced technical expertise with a focus on heuristic critical analysis, the curriculum bridges the gap between hardware fundamentals and software integration, covering diverse domains such as IoT, embedded systems, and telecommunications. A pivotal feature of the program at Curtin University Malaysia is the strategic alignment of laboratory sessions with industry-standard certification protocols, providing students with a direct pathway toward Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) accreditation. Through a multidisciplinary lens that encompasses microcomputers and real-time systems, the course allows for further academic personalization through elective specializations in software engineering and cyber security. Ultimately, the program serves as a critical mechanism for professional stewardship, establishing the foundational “hard skills” of network design and administrative management necessary for graduates to excel as network administrators and contribute to the stability of global digital infrastructures.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
| Year / Stage | Themes | Key Modules |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1: Sem 1 & 2 | Hardware & Software Foundations | Hardware Fundamentals, Programming Design and Implementation, Computer Systems, Electronics, Data Structures and Algorithms, and Database Systems. |
| Year 2: Sem 1 & 2 | Systems Design & Interfacing | Transmission and Interface Design, Data Communications and Network Management, Unix and C Programming, Microcomputers, and Engineering Management. |
| Year 3: Sem 1 & 2 | Advanced Networking & Systems | Operating Systems, Wireless Data Networks, Network Engineering, Distributed Networks, and Embedded Systems Engineering. |
| Final Capstone | Project Engineering | Computer Technology Project 1 & 2: A senior-year sequence where students design, prototype, and test a complex integrated hardware/software system. |
| Specialization Tracks | Security & Software Electives | Options include Cryptography, Intrusion Detection, Mobile App Development, and Object Oriented Software Engineering. |
Field of Research
N/A