Bachelor in Software Engineering (Honours)

College of Computing & Informatics

Overview

The UNITEN Bachelor in Software Engineering (Honours) programme focuses on the systematic design, development, testing, and management of high-quality software systems. Students gain a strong foundation in software engineering principles, programming, and systems analysis, complemented by hands-on project experience and collaborative teamwork. The programme prepares graduates to excel in software development, application design, system integration, and emerging digital technologies across diverse industries.

About Programme

The Bachelor in Software Engineering (Honours) programme, offered by the Department of Computing at the College of Computing & Informatics (CCI), features an innovative curriculum fully aligned with the Software Engineering Body of Knowledge (SWEBOK). It equips students with both theoretical and practical foundations in computer science, preparing them to excel as professional software engineers.

Graduates are capable of designing, developing, and maintaining software across diverse environments, including standalone systems, web applications, mobile platforms, and cloud infrastructure. The programme’s strong emphasis on quality assurance and industry best practices in analysis, design, development, and testing ensures that our graduates are highly sought after by employers and command competitive salaries.

Industry-Ready Graduates

UNITEN's software engineering programme is tailored to produce graduates who are not only proficient in core computing concepts, but who also work productively and collaboratively in team environments. By providing hands-on experience through real-world projects, the programme equips students with the practical skills and industry-relevant expertise required for a smooth transition into the workforce. Embark on a transformative journey and unlock your full potential as a software engineer.

MQA Self-Accreditation Status

A definitive mark of trust and academic excellence. UNITEN holds the prestigious Self-Accreditation (Swaakreditasi) status awarded by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) — an honor awarded only to higher education institutions with proven internal quality assurance systems. Choosing UNITEN means you are choosing a university recognized at the highest national level for its uncompromising educational standards.

Articulation Pathway to the UK

This programme provides students with the opportunity to start their studies at UNITEN and continue their degree in the University of Sheffield, UK, with credit transfer of selected courses completed during Year 1 at UNITEN.

🗓️ Intakes

January, June & September

🏫 Campus

Putrajaya Campus

🕒 Duration

3 years (full-time)

🪙 Total Tuition Fee^*

RM75,000
for Malaysian students

RM82,500
for International students

^*Notes: Tuition fee does not include registration fee, visa fee, accommodation fee, semester advance fee, and 6% Sales and Service Tax.

Programme Structure

✔️ Programming subjects

✔️ Software Engineering-related subjects

✔️ General and Common Subjects

✔️ Software Security

✔️ Computational Problem Solving

✔️ Fundamentals of Database

✔️ Computer Organization

✔️ Data Communication and Computer Network

✔️ Ethics and IT Professional

✔️ Elective Subjects (Choose 6)

Java Programming
Advanced Web Application Development
Mobile Application Development
Data Structure and Algorithms
Designing Applications on Cloud
DevOps: Tools and Technologies
Artificial Intelligence: Principles and Techniques
Machine Learning
Data Visualization Programming
UX Design

Entry Requirements

STPM

Science Stream

Pass STPM (Science Stream) with a minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in:

Mathematics (Grade C)
Any 1 of the Science/ICT subject (Grade C)

Art Stream

Pass STPM (Art Stream) with a minimum of Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any 2 subjects

AND

Additional Mathematics (Grade C)
Mathematics (Grade C)
Any 1 of the Science/Technology/Engineering subject in SPM (Grade C)

Matriculation

Pass Matriculation inrelated field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and Grade C for :

Additional Mathematics / Mathematics SPM
Any 1 of the Science / Technology / Engineering subjects in SPM

Foundation

Pass Foundation in related field with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and Grade C for :

Additional Mathematics / Mathematics SPM
Any 1 of the Science / Technology / Engineering subjects in SPM

Diploma

Pass Diploma in Computing field with a minimum CGPA of 2.50

Note : Candidate with CGPA below than
2.50 but more that 2.00 may beadmitted subjected to athorough internal evaluation process

Other Diploma

Pass Any other Diploma in Science and Technology with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 and Grade C for :

Additional Mathematics / Mathematics SPM
Any 1 of the Science / Technology / Engineering subjects in SPM

Note : candidate with CGPA below than
2.75 but more that 2.50 may beadmitted subjected to athorough internal evaluation process

A-LEVEL/ GCSE

Pass with a minimum of Grade D in :-

Mathematics
Any 1 Science/ ICT subject

DVM/ DKM/ DLKM

Pass DVM/ DKM/ DLKM with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 inrelated fields subjected to senate’s approval

High School Certificate From Mena / Arab Saudi

Minimum Grade C in :-

Mathematics
Any 1 Science subject

High School Certificate From Oversea