Bachelor of Science (Hons) Business Information Systems

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) Business Information Systems

Computer systems are now an important part of our lives, with well-engineered, reliable and usable systems crucial to the survival of most organisations. People who can design, implement and maintain these ever-evolving systems are in constant demand. Studying in the BIS field of computing is challenging and enjoyable, and can lead to a rewarding career.

Graduates of the Business Information System degree programme combine business knowledge with technical skills and are qualified for a range of jobs including Business Analyst and IT Strategy Manager.

Programme Details

Programme Code
KP/JPS (KA 8208) 08/12

Duration
3 years; 6 semesters

Assessment
Varies from module to module but will include end of module examinations, coursework, project work, laboratory reports and tests of competence in theoretical and practical sessions.

Awarding Body
University of East London, UK

Refer to: http://www.uel.ac.uk/programmes/cite/undergraduate/bus-information-sys.htm

Main Intakes
The main intakes are conducted in September, January and May of each year.

Entry Requirements

Any one of the following qualifications:

  1. Pass Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) / GCE ‘A’ Level with TWO (2) full passes or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.0;
  2. a) Computing
    b) Business Studies
    c) Economics
    d) Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
    e) Visual Art

    AND Pass Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with credit in Mathematics.

  3. Pass relevant Foundation / Matriculation programme with CGPA 2.0 from institutions recognized by Malaysia Government AND Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level (Insitut Jati)*;
  4. A Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.5. Candidates with CGPA below 2.5 but above 2.0 may be admitted subjects to a rigorous internal accessment process;
  5. Any other Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 AND credit in Mathematics at SPM Level;
  6. Pass SMIII (UEC) with minimum 5Bs including Mathematics*;
  7. Other equivalent qualifications recognized by Malaysian Government*;
  8. Other equivalent foreign qualifications recognized by Malaysian Government*.

Overseas student must pass relevant English courses by recognized institutions at satisfactory level or equivalent exemption qualifications.

*Subject to verification and approval of Legenda Education Group
MOHE : Ministry of Higher Education
MQA : Malaysian Qualifications Agency
PHEI : Private Higher Education Institutions

English Language Requirements (For international students only)
All international students from a country in which English is not used as the medium of instruction in formal education are required to meet the following English language requirements:

  1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): minimum score of 550 (PBT) or 213 (CBT) or 79 – 80 (iBT)
  2. International English Language Testing System (IELTS): minimum overall Band 6.
  3. Malaysian University English Test (MUET) : minimum Band 6.

The test must be taken no more than two years before the start of your studies at Legenda.

Subjects
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
  1. Pengajian Malaysia 
  2. Pengajian Islam/Pendidikan Moral 
  3. Information Technology in Business
  4. Website Design and the Internet
  5. Study Skills
  6. Computer Based Technologies
  7. Information Systems
  8. Visual Programming
  1. Bahasa Kebangsaan A
    (for Malaysians only)
  2. Information System Modelling & Design
  3. Information Technology Planning & Infrastructure
  4. Professional Issues
  5. Multimedia Applications for Business
  6. Usability Engineering
  7. Database Systems
  1. Advanced Information Systems Development
  2. Advanced Database Development
  3. Research & Academic Development
  4. Project Management
  5. Management Information Systems
  6. Project
Note: Availability of this programme is subject to final validation approval.

Brochure & Form Download
  1. Computer Science and Information Technology Brochure
  2. Malaysian Student Admission Form
  3. International Student Admission Information
  4. International Student Admission Form

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Published on January 30, 2012