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Foundation in Information Technology

College of Computing & Informatics (CCI)

R3/0011/3/0013 (11/28) (MQA/A9149)

Overview

This programme is designed to develop core IT knowledge, digital skills, and logical thinking abilities. It prepares students for degree-level studies in information technology, enabling them to adapt to the rapidly evolving technology landscape.

 

About Programme

The department of Foundation and Diploma Studies (CCI-FDS) offers Foundation in Computer Science (FCS), Foundation in Information Technology (FIT), and Diploma in Computer Science (DCS) programmes. The department is equipped with sufficient computer laboratories. All the laboratories are air-conditioned and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.

The Foundation in Information Technology will equip the students with the necessary knowledge and skills to enable them to successfully pursue their respective degree programmes. Among the subjects to be undertaken by foundation students are Introduction to Computing, Introduction to Problem Solving and Basic Computer, Introduction to Web Development, Personal Productivity with Information Technology, Fundamentals of Data & Information, and other relevant subjects. Students will also be exposed to various out-of-class activities.

Students who have successfully completed their Foundation in Information Technology programme will be able to enter into the Bachelor of Information Technology (Information Systems) (Hons), Bachelor of Information Technology (Visual Media) (Hons), and Bachelor of Information Technology (Graphics & Multimedia) (Hons).

50 credit hours of subjects are being taught in three semesters. This Foundation in Information Technology programme can be completed in 1 year.

🗓️ Intakes 2026
January, June & August
 
🕒 Duration
1 Year

🪙 Total Programme Fee
RM6,000 - for Malaysian students
RM19,800 - for International students

 

⭐ Career Prospect
  1. Range of Monthly Salary (from fresh to senior position):
    RM2,000 – RM25,000
    Source: Jobstreet Salary Report and Kelly Services (Malaysia) Salary Guide.

  2. Employability Rate (within 6 months of Graduation):
    97.7% Employed | 6.0% Job Creators / Further Study
    Source: Ministry of Education Malaysia’s Graduate Tracer Study.

Programme Structure

Entry Requirement

For Malaysian Student

For International Student