Diploma in Information Technology

The Diploma in Information Technology (DIIT) program equips you with modern information technology (IT) skills, such as software engineering, corporate system maintenance and development, and industry-grade programming languages, to transform you into an IT expert built for the modern technological landscape.

Enrolling in the DIIT program gives students the opportunity to explore each and every aspect of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) environment. Students will gain first-hand experiences by working with actual Industry Partners to develop future-proof IT skills and network with potential employers.

Intakes

January, April, and August

Duration

2 Years

Assessments and Examinations

60% Coursework and 40% Final Examination

Progression Pathway

Why Study Here?

Holistic Education

The US education system is one of the most flexible in the world, offering students unlimited choices of courses and focusing on an all-around learning experience. Adopting the US liberal arts approach of inclusiveness, industry relevance, and flexibility, Sunway ADTP has a strong track record of producing well-rounded students equipped for American higher learning.

Seamless Transfer into American Universities

We engage professors from US universities to deliver parts of our academic content. Each year, more than 100 US universities visit Sunway University providing a valuable opportunity for students to engage with and seek advice from admission counselors. We also host representatives from Western Michigan University (WMU) on campus who provide counseling services to students transferring to WMU.

Academic Mentorship and Support

Each ADTP student is assigned an academic advisor who will provide academic guidance and support. Our student-lecturer engagement is high extending over and beyond the classroom. One in four of our lecturers consistently receives “excellent teaching” awards.

Extracurricular Advantage

Each semester our students engage in out-of-class activities e.g. running projects and charity programs as part of their assignments, volunteering in cultural performances, or participating in international conferences. We celebrate bank holidays like Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving.

University Placement Guidance

We conduct workshops on all aspects of the transfer process—from selecting suitable universities and preparing applications to transitioning abroad. Our “Freshman Seminars” equip students with skills to succeed as a freshman. Our placement team continually supports students to transfer into “best fit” colleges. We receive study-abroad-semester students from US and non-US universities each year, many of which are our alumni for summer semesters. On top of our summer semester subject offerings, we support our alumni by providing referrals, offering proctoring services, and providing internship opportunities.

Choice Of Subject

Year 1

Students will learn the following subjects in the first year

• Introduction to Information Technology
• Fundamentals of Information System
• Programming Concepts and Problem-Solving
• System Analysis and Design
• Database Fundamental I
• Fundamentals of Operating Systems
• Java Programming
• Data Communication and Networking
• Web Design
• Discrete Mathematics
• Probability and Statistics
• Principles of Management
• English for Information Technology

Year 2

Students will learn the following subjects in the second year

• Computer System Architecture
• Database Fundamental II
• Professional Issues in Information
• Technology
• Object-oriented Modelling
• Network Administration and Security
• Web Development
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Mobile Application
• Mathematics Logic and Theory Set
• English for Business Communication
• IT Project I
• IT Project II
• Internship

MOHE General Studies

Students must pass these MOHE General Studies

For Local Students

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
• Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Creativity and Innovative Thinking Skills (for students who have a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
• Community Service
• Moral Education OR Islamic Studies OR Education for Sustainability Development

For International Students

• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi
• Creativity and Innovative Thinking Skills
• Community Service
• Moral Education
• Education for Sustainability Development

DIIT sets you on the path to becoming an IT expert in the diversified fields of data science, computer science,

software engineering, banking and finance, manufacturing, management, ICT, and more. Upon completion of this program, graduates can expect excellent job offers, good starting salaries, and opportunities to scale the career ladder.

Become a highly sought-after professional in various industries as a:

• Computer programmer
• Cloud system engineer
• Database administrator
• Data scientist
• IT technician
• Network Engineer
• Quality assurance tester
• Software engineer
• Support Specialist
• Systems analyst
• Web administrator
• Web developer