Bachelor of Data Science in

Intelligent Analytics with Honours

PROGRAMME SPECIFICATIONS

The Bachelor of Data Science in Intelligent Analytics with Honours is a newly revised programme developed from the former Bachelor of Computer Science (Bioinformatics) with Honours. This exciting transformation introduces a broader and more flexible learning experience that reflects the growing importance of data, artificial intelligence and digital innovation. You will develop highly sought after skills in data analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, big data and cloud computing. More than simply ecommerceith numbers, you will learn how to transform complex information into smart insights and meaningful solutions across fields such as healthcare, finance, smart agriculture, ecommerce and digital services.

Although the revised programme highlights a new direction in Data Science and Intelligent Analytics, students who are passionate about Bioinformatics can still explore the field through a selection of elective courses. Your learning journey will also extend beyond lectures through practical projects, industry placements, collaborative activities and real world challenges. Whether you dream of becoming a data scientist, data analyst, data engineer, business intelligence analyst or AI specialist, this programme offers the knowledge and flexibility to shape a future that matches your interests. If you are curious, creative and ready to make an impact through data, this is where your journey begins.

CALON STPM | CANDIDATES WITH STPM

[ Versi Bahasa Malaysia ]

Memenuhi Syarat Am Universiti serta KEPERLUAN KHAS PROGRAM

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 2.80 pada
peringkat STPM;

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B- (NGMP
2.67)
pada peringkat STPM dalam mata pelajaran
berikut:

  • Mathematics (T)

dan

Mana-mana SATU (1) dari mata pelajaran berikut:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Information and Communications Technology

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya kepujian (Gred C) pada peringkat SPM dalam DUA (2) mata
pelajaran berikut:

  • Matematik
  • Matematik Tambahan

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Band 2.0 dalam
Malaysian University English Test (MUET) untuk
peperiksaan yang bermula Sesi 1 tahun 2021 atau Band 2 untuk peperiksaan sehingga tahun
2020
mengikut tempoh sah laku pada tarikh
permohonan.

[ English Version ]

Meeting the University’s General Requirements and SPECIFIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Achieving a minimum CGPA of 2.80 at the STPM level;

and

Achieving at least Grade B (CGPA 2.67) at the STPM level in:

  • Mathematics (T)

and

Achieving at least ONE (1) in the following subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Information and Communication Technology

and

Achieving at least a pass (Grade C) at the SPM level in TWO (2) of the following subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • Additional Mathematics

and

Achieving at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for exams starting from Session 1 of 2021 or Band 2 for exams up to 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

CALON LEPASAN STAM | CANDIDATES WITH STAM QUALIFICATION

[ Versi Bahasa Malaysia ]

Memenuhi Syarat Am Universiti serta KEPERLUAN KHAS PROGRAM.

Mendapat sekurang – kurangnya Pangkat Jayyid Jiddan (PNGK: 3.00) dalam Peperiksaan Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) DAN

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya kepujian (Gred C) pada
peringkat SPM dalam mata pelajaran berikut:

  • Matematik
  • Matematik Tambahan

DAN

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Band 2.0 dalam Malaysian University English Test (MUET) untuk peperiksaan yang bermula Sesi 1 tahun 2021 atau Band 2 untuk peperiksaan sehingga tahun 2020 mengikut tempoh sah laku pada tarikh
permohonan.

[ English Version ]

Meeting the University’s General Requirements and SPECIFIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS.

Achieving at least a Rank of Jayyid Jiddan (CGPA: 3.00) in the Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) Examination. AND

Achieving at least a pass (Grade C) at the SPM level in the following subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • Additional Mathematics

AND

Achieving at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for exams starting from Session 1 of 2021 or Band 2 for exams up to 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

CALON LEPASAN MATRIKULASI / ASASI | CANDIDATES FROM MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION

[ Versi Bahasa Malaysia ]

Memenuhi Syarat Am Universiti serta KEPERLUAN KHAS PROGRAM

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK 2.80 pada
peringkat STPM;

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B- (NGMP
2.67)
pada peringkat STPM dalam mata pelajaran
berikut:

  • Mathematics

dan

Mana-mana SATU (1) dari mata pelajaran berikut:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Information and Communications Technology

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya kepujian (Gred C) pada peringkat SPM dalam DUA (2) mata
pelajaran berikut:

  • Matematik
  • Matematik Tambahan

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Band 2.0 dalam
Malaysian University English Test (MUET) untuk
peperiksaan yang bermula Sesi 1 tahun 2021 atau Band 2 untuk peperiksaan sehingga tahun
2020
mengikut tempoh sah laku pada tarikh
permohonan.

[ English Version ]

Meeting the University’s General Requirements and SPECIFIC PROGRAM RREQUIREMENTS

Achieving a minimum CGPA of 2.80 at the STPM level:

and

Achieving at least Grade B (CGPA 2.67) at the STPM level in:

  • Mathematics

and

Achieving at least ONE (1) in the following subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Information and Communication Technology

and

Achieving at least a pass (Grade C) at the SPM level in TWO (2) the following subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • Additional Mathematics

and

Achieving at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for exams starting from Session 1 of 2021 or Band 2 for exams up to 2020, according to the validity period on the application date.

CALON LEPASAN KELAYAKAN SETARAF (A-LEVEL) / INTERNATIONAL BACCALAURETE DIPLOMA (IB)/ AUSTRALIAN MATRICULATION PROGRAM (AUSMAT) | CANDIDATES WITH DIPLOMA / EQUILAVENT QUALIFICATIONS

[ Versi Bahasa Malaysia ]

Memenuhi Syarat Am Universiti serta KEPERLUAN KHAS PROGRAM

Memiliki kelayakan GCE A Level dengan
sekurang-kurangnya mendapat Gred C atau
Memiliki kelayakan International Baccalaureate
Diploma (IB)
dengan mendapat Gred 4 mata
pelajaran peringkat HL
atau memiliki Australian
Matriculation Program (AUSMAT)
dengan
mendapat Gred C/ 60% ATAR Rank dalam mata
pelajaran berikut:

  • Mathematics

dan

Mana-mana SATU (1) daripada mata pelajaran
berikut:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Computing

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya kepujian (Gred C) pada peringkat SPM atau setara diperingkat
antarabangsa dalam DUA (2) mata pelajaran
berikut:

  • Matematik
  • Matematik Tambahan

dan

Mendapat sekurang- kurangnya Band 2.0 dalam
Malaysian University English Test (MUET) untuk
peperiksaan yang bermula Sesi 1 tahun 2021
atau Band 2 untuk peperiksaan sehingga tahun
2020
mengikut tempoh sah laku pada tarikh
permohonan/ Band 5.5 dalam ujian IELTS
(Academic)/ score 500
dalam ujian TOEFL PBT/
score 46
dalam ujian TOEFL IBT/ score 51 dalam
Pearson Test of English (PTE)/ score 160 dalam
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests/
level 108
dalam ELS Certified Intensive English
Programme Level.

[ English Version ]

Meeting the University’s General Requirements and SPECIFIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Possess a GCE A-Level qualification with at least a Grade C or Possess an International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) qualification with a Grade 4 in HL subjects or possess an Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) qualification with a Grade C/60% ATAR Rank in the following subjects:

  • Mathematics

and

Any ONE (1) of the following subjects:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Computing

and

Achieve at least a pass (Grade C) in SPM or equivalent international level in TWO (2) of the following subjects:

  • Mathematics
  • Additional Mathematics

and

Achieve at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for exams starting from Session 1 of 2021 or Band 2 for exams up to 2020, according to the validity period on the application date or Band 5.5 in IELTS Academic Score 500 in TOEFL PBT/ Score 46 in TOEFL IBT/ score 51 in Pearson Test of English (PTE)/ score 160 dalam Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests/ level 108 in ELS Certified Intensive English Programme Level.

CALON LEPASAN DIPLOMA | CANDIDATES WITH DIPLOMA

[ Versi Bahasa Malaysia ]

Memenuhi Syarat Am Universiti serta KEPERLUAN KHAS PROGRAM

Memiliki Diploma Sains Komputer atau
Kejuruteraan Perisian atau Teknologi Maklumat
atau Sistem Maklumat dari dari UTM/ IPT/ Setaraf
dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya PNGK
3.00;

atau

Memiliki Diploma dalam bidang Sains dan
Teknologi dengan mendapat sekurang-kurangnya
PNGK 3.00.

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Gred B- pada
peringkat Diploma dalam salah satu mata
pelajaran Mathematics.

dan

Mendapat sekurang-kurangnya Band 2.0 dalam
Malaysian University English Test (MUET) untuk
peperiksaan yang bermula Sesi 1 tahun 2021
atau Band 2 untuk peperiksaan sehingga tahun
2020
mengikut tempoh sah laku pada tarikh
permohonan.

Catatan:

  • Calon dikehendaki muat naik keputusan
    peperiksaan yang lengkap semasa
    Diploma (daripada semester pertama
    hingga semester akhir) dan salinan
    Diploma atau surat pengesahan tamat
    pengajian melalui sistem UPU online.
  • Tahun kemasukan dan tempoh pengajian
    sebenar adalah tertakluk kepada
    pengecualian kredit yang diluluskan oleh
    UTM.

[ English Version ]

Meet General University Requirements
as well as SPECIAL PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS

Possess a Diploma in Computer Science or
Software Engineering or Information Technology
or Information Systems from UTM/ IPT/ Equivalent
with at least a CGPA of 3.00;

or

Possess a Diploma in Science and
Technology with at least a
CGPA of 3.00.

and

Obtain at least Grade B- at the
Diploma level in one of the
Mathematics subjects.

and

Obtain at least Band 2.0 in the
Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for
examinations starting Session 1 2021 or Band 2 for examinations up to the year
2020
according to the validity period on the date of
application.

Note:

  • Candidates are required to upload complete
    examination results during the
    Diploma (from the first semester
    to the final semester) and a copy of the
    Diploma or letter of completion of
    studies via the UPU online system.
  • The year of entry and actual duration of study
    are subject to credit exemptions approved by
    UTM.
KEMASUKAN MELALUI APEL / ADMISSION THROUGH APEL

[ Versi Bahasa Malaysia ]

  • Berumur sekurang-kurangnya 21 tahun semasa permohonan;
  • Lulus SPM
  • Mempunyai pengalaman kerja yang berkaitan;
  • Lulus Penilaian APEL (A) – T6.

[ English Version ]

  • At least 21 years old at the time of application;
  • Passed SPM;
  • Relevant work experience;
  • Passed APEL (A) Assessment – T6.

As a research based programme, it develops strong analytical, technical and research skills that prepare graduates to solve complex challenges in data driven industries. Graduates can pursue careers as Data Scientists, Data Analysts, Data Engineers, Big Data Specialists, Data Analytics Engineers, Data Analytics Developers, Business Intelligence Analysts, Automation Analysts, Data Analysts and Scientists, or specialists in Data Analytics System Design.

Graduates may also continue their studies in postgraduate programmes offered by UTM or other universities worldwide. Depending on their interests and career goals, they may choose programmes offered through research, mixed mode or taught course pathways.

  • Fundamental Programming Concept
  • Discrete Structure
  • Computer System and Organization
  • System Analysis and Design Methodologies
  • Big Data EcoSystem and Technology
  • Operating Systems
  • Advanced Programming
  • Database
  • Mathematics for Data Science
  • Fundamental Artificial Intelligence
  • University Elective 1
  • University Elective 2
  • University Elective 3
  • Data Structure and Algorithm
  • Statistical Data Analysis
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Analytics Programming
  • Software Development and Quality Assurance
  • Network & Communications
  • Neural Network and Deep Learning
  • Data Mining
  • Data Management and Governance
  • Data Ingestion and Lakehouse Technologies
  • University Elective 4
  • University Elective 5
  • Data Storytelling for Business Intelligence
  • Data Science Final Year Project 1
  • Industrial Training (HW)
  • Industrial Training Report
  • Specialization 1
  • Specialization 2
  • Specialization 3
  • Specialization 4
  • University Elective 6
  • University Elective 7
  • University Elective 8
  • Data Science Final Year Project 2
  • Startup and Innovation Technopreneurship
  • Specialization 5
  • Specialization 6

To graduate, students must

UTM PROFESSIONAL SKILLS CERTIFICATE (PSC)

The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) plays an important role in the development of human capital in Malaysia. One of the initiatives taken is to conduct students’ employability programme with the aim to give students a value-added degree and enhance employment marketability among graduates. The folowing are among the programmes offered:

Internship
Internship
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship
Entrepreneurship
Mobility

Further Information

DR. SHARIN HAZLIN BINTI HUSPI
Head of Department
Applied Computing & Artificial Intelligence
DR. NIES HUI WEN
Program Coordinator
UTM Open Day
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