Bachelor Of Computer Science In Artificial Intelligence With Honours

The Bachelor of Computer Science in Artificial Intelligence offers students a thorough understanding of AI principles, theories, and applications. The programme focuses on advanced knowledge and practical skills in key areas such as Intelligent Systems, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Image Processing, Cloud Computing, Web Programming, and Database Technology. Students gain hands-on experience with AI tools, design intelligent algorithms, and apply evolutionary computing to solve complex problems. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies, the programme equips graduates to develop innovative AI solutions and address real-world challenges.

Academic Requirements

• A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.00; OR
• A pass in STPM with a minimum grade of C (CGPA 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects or any equivalent qualification; OR
• A pass in STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid in any TWO (2) subjects;

  AND a credit in:

  • Additional Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
  • Mathematics and any one of the Science, Technology, or Engineering subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.

  Note: Candidates need to take a reinforcement course equivalent to Additional Mathematics with appropriate topics in the discipline of Computer Science, Data Science, or Software Engineering at the beginning of the study.

  OR

• A pass in STPM (Science Stream) or its equivalent with a minimum grade of C (CGPA 2.00) in Mathematics subject and ONE (1) Science / ICT subject; OR
• Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 but more than 2.00 may be admitted subject to a thorough internal evaluation process; OR
• Any Diploma in Science and Technology (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. Candidates with a CGPA below 2.75 but more than 2.00 may be admitted subject to a thorough internal evaluation process; OR
• Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval; OR
• Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate / Academic Board’s approval.

Notes:

• Students are required to pass the Reinforcement Mathematics before being allowed to take related core courses. The candidate can sit for any subjects that did not indicate Mathematics as a prerequisite. Reinforcement Mathematics can contribute to the overall graduating credit.
• Students from Matriculation / Foundation or its equivalent can be exempted from taking the Reinforcement Mathematics, provided that the Mathematics offered at that programme level is equivalent / more than the Additional Mathematics offered at an SPM level.

English Language Requirements

• Achieve a minimum score of 5.0 in the IELTS or equivalent.

If a student does not meet this requirement, the HEP must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.

Year 1

• Introduction to Programming
• Discrete Mathematics
• Computer Organisation and Architecture
• Database Management Systems
• Mathematics 1 for AI (Linear Algebra)
• Object-oriented Programming
• Introduction to Internet Technologies
• Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
• Information Systems Risk and Security
• Cooperative Placement 1

Year 2

• Data Structures and Algorithms

• Database Design
• Operating Systems
• Mathematics 2 for AI (Calculus)
• Introduction to Human Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
• Ethics in AI
• Recommender Systems
• Networking
• Software Project Management
• Database Technology
• Cooperative Placement 2

Year 3

• Programming for Computer Science
• Fuzzy System and Evolutionary Computing
• Project Formulation
• Application Layer Programming
• Project Design and Implementation
• Image Processing
• Intelligent Systems
• Natural Language Processing
• Web Programming
• Cloud Computing
• Cooperative Placement 3

General Courses (MPU):

For Malaysian students:

1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
   (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
2. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
   (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)

For foreign students:

1. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
2. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
   (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)