MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Programme Overview

The Master of Information Technology and Information System programme is established on the principle that modern enterprise success depends on the strategic alignment of cutting-edge technology with organisational architecture. Situated at MQA Framework Level 7, this programme balances advanced technological innovation with critical business systems engineering.

We believe that future IT leaders must be more than technical experts; they must be strategic visionaries capable of architecting secure, intelligent, and scalable digital ecosystems. By synthesising emerging cloud paradigms, data-driven systems, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) with enterprise management, this curriculum prepares professionals to direct digital transformation, protect critical info-structures, and cultivate agile, tech-forward global organizations.

Programme ID

Programme Reference

MQA/PA19183

MOHE Approval No.

JPT/BPP(U)1000-801/47/e26/04475

Academic Level

MQA Framework Level 7 (Master’s Degree)

Credit Hours

42 Credit Hours

Semester

3 Semesters x 14 weeks

Duration

Full-time: 1 year / Part-time: 2 – 5 years

Programme Objectives

The primary objectives are designed to transform IT professionals into high-level enterprise architects and digital leaders:

Architect Secure and Scalable Enterprise Solutions： Equips graduates to comprehensively design, deploy, and govern secure enterprise IT architectures utilising next-generation cloud frameworks, distributed ledger systems, and high-performance computing technologies.
Evaluate and Deploy Intelligent Analytical Systems： Develops advanced capabilities to analyse, optimize, and safely integrate complex Artificial Intelligence (AI) models and machine learning algorithms to systematically solve intricate, large-scale organizational and data-driven challenges.
Spearhead Cross-Functional Digital Transformation Initiatives： Prepares professionals to strategically manage corporate tech portfolios, lead multi-disciplinary technical teams, and drive sweeping organizational changes across highly competitive global business environments
Cultivate Ethical Data Governance and Tech Leadership： Instils a deep operational commitment to global compliance standards, robust cyber ethics, and data privacy principles (such as PDPA and GDPR) necessary for building long-term digital trust and institutional resilience.

Programme Subjects

Common Core Subjects

Programme Name	Code Subject	Name of Subject	Course Classification	Credit
Master of Information Technology and Information Systems	MIT 1140	Strategic Management Information Systems	Major	3
	MIT 1150	Database Technologies and Applications	Major	3
	MIT 1170	Interactive Web Application Design and Development	Major	3
	MIT 1130	Research Methodology	Major	3
	MIT 1160	Emerging Technologies	Major	3
	MIT 1230	Advanced Networking Technologies	Major	3
	MIT 1240	Advanced Data Science and Analytics	Major	3
	MIT 1250	Strategic Systems Planning and Design	Major	3
	MIT 1260	Internet of Things	Elective Student needs to take 2 Electives in Y1/S2 & 1 Elective in Y1/S3	3
	MIT 1270	Blockchain Technology	Elective Student needs to take 2 Electives in Y1/S2 & 1 Elective in Y1/S3	3
	MIT 1280	Artificial Intelligence	Elective Student needs to take 2 Electives in Y1/S2 & 1 Elective in Y1/S3	3
	MIT 1290	Big Data Systems and Architecture	Elective Student needs to take 2 Electives in Y1/S2 & 1 Elective in Y1/S3	3
	MIT 1294	Mobile Computing	Elective Student needs to take 2 Electives in Y1/S2 & 1 Elective in Y1/S3	3
	MIT 1296	Advanced Programming	Elective Student needs to take 2 Electives in Y1/S2 & 1 Elective in Y1/S3	3
	MIT 1390	Project	Major	3

Entry Requirements:

Students from Malaysia
International students

Fulfilling one of the requirements listed below:
Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with CGPA above 2.75; OR
Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with CGPA between 2.75 and 2.50 with 2 years working experience and an interview; OR
Bachelor’s degree in the field or relevant fields with CGPA less than 2.5 and minimum 5 years working experience OR
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) in accordance to Malaysian Qualification Agency requirement and 2 years managerial/ supervisory experience; OR
Other academic qualification that are equivalent to the above and recognized by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) and the Malaysian Ministry of Education.
If Your Bachelor Degree Are From Different Fields:
1. Students without a qualification in the related fields or relevant working experience requires to undergo and pass a bridging module.
2. Students without a qualification in the related field but with relevant working experience requires to fulfil the following conditions:
CGPA above 2.50 must have at least two (2) years of relevant working experience; or
CGPA 2.00 to 2.50 must have at least five (5) years of relevant working experience;
3. In addition, students will need to undergo a rigorous internal assessment

Academic requirements:

1.Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR

2.Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.5, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.OR

3.Candidates without a qualification in the related fields or working experience in the relevant fields must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the HEP and meet the minimum CGPA based on (1) to (2).
English language requirements:
1.IELTS (Academic) minimum Band 6.0
2.TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum 60
3.Cambridge English Qualification and Test minimum score of 169
4.Pearson Test of English minimum score 59
5.MUET minimum Band 4

The school has established a complete education system from undergraduate to doctoral level. The curriculum is fully aligned with international standards and all courses are taught in English.

Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday to Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.