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This School offers a Diploma in Information Technology, Bachelor degrees in Information Technology and Information Systems, Master of Science in Computer Science (by Research) and Doctor of Philosophy (Computing).

The Diploma in Information Technology gives students a foundation to develop into programmers good in programming and designing of Computer Systems to meet the needs of the industry. On completion of this course, students can choose to pursue a degree whereby they are offered advanced entry into Year 2 of the Information Technology degree programme in Sunway University, subject to meeting entry requirements.

The Degree courses are validated by the distinguished Lancaster University, UK where students who successfully complete their courses will be recognised as graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University, UK. Both degree courses include a 4-month industrial training stint.

Students who choose to major in Information Systems are trained in business and project management, cyber law and E-Commerce. Elective subjects can be selected in either E-Business or Enterprise Resource Planning. Students who select electives in E-Business enhance their knowledge in accounting, customer relationship management and systems analysis; while Enterprise Resource Planning electives provide an in-depth look in business intelligence systems and business reengineering processes.

The Degree programme in Information Technology encompasses a strong foundation in systems analysis and development, and encourages students to develop soft skills and critical thinking skills. Electives are selected from the area of Computer Science or Networking. Subjects in Computer Science include various programming languages and mathematical principles, while students who take up subjects in Networking acquire additional skills in network development, hardware configuration and network troubleshooting.

The Master of Science in Computer Science is specially designed for those wishing to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of Computer Science and for career development in research-based organisations. Candidates may opt to pursue this programme either on a full-time or part-time basis, allowing the flexibility of combining work and study.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Computing) programme aims to develop leaders and innovators in the area of computing and ICT. The programme will steel graduates with the ability to apply advanced knowledge and skills, to deal with the computing and ICT needs of organisations and society in a professional and ethical manner.

Accounting, Hospitality and Tourism graduates shine at Sunway University College Graduation

Accounting, Hospitality and Tourism graduates shine at Sunway University College Graduation

The Sunway University College 4th Graduation Ceremony 2010 was held at the Grand Lagoon Ballroom of Sunway Resort Hotel and Spa recently. The inspiring and dignified ceremony saw the conferment of degrees and granting of diplomas to those who qualified. There were a total of 378 graduates and diplomates at this graduation.

The Chancellor of Lancaster University, Sir Chris Bonington and the Chancellor of Sunway University College, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr Jeffrey Cheah AO, were present to give away…

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Sunway students emerge Third in SAS-EON Bank Group  Knowledge Discovery Challenge

Sunway students emerge Third in SAS-EON Bank Group Knowledge Discovery Challenge

The recent inaugural SAS-EON Bank Group Knowledge Discovery Challenge finals held at Sunway University College (Sunway) which focuses on developing homegrown talent in data-mining (analytical) skills amongst tertiary students saw five qualifying teams competing. The competition had earlier attracted a total of 30 teams.

Leading business analytics solutions provider SAS Malaysia, and EON Bank Group were proud to conclude this competition, a first joint academic-based CSR project, which kicked off two months ago.

The teams were provided with a sizeable…

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SCT students win First Runner Up in SAS PROGRAMMING COMPETITION 2009

SCT students win First Runner Up in SAS PROGRAMMING COMPETITION 2009

Sunway University College’s School of Computer Technology (SCT) was proud to see 4 of their undergraduate students clinch the 1st runner-up position in the SAS Programming Competition 2009 held recently at UiTM, Shah Alam. The competition was jointly organised by SAS Malaysia and UiTM.

Sunway University College fielded three teams who were coached and guided by SCT academic staff, Ms Angela Lee and Ms Ling Mee Hong. Two of Sunway’s teams beat 9 other teams in the…

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Towards Excellence in Teaching

Towards Excellence in Teaching

Sunway University College’s School of Computer Technology (SCT) lecturer, Lyon Laxman has a knack for lifelong learning and the inner drive for bigger tasks that even the Vice-Chancellor of Sunway University College, Professor Jarlath Ronayne is personally impressed with.

Lyon was awarded the certificate of “Exceptional MSc Project” by Rinicom Ltd, a privately owned technology company in the United Kingdom, for his outstanding M.Sc project paper.

Besides winning the prestigious industry award from Rinicom Ltd, Lyon also…

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A Memorable Graduation of Successes and Beating the Odds

A Memorable Graduation of Successes and Beating the Odds

700 graduating students of 2008 were presented degrees and diplomas for their achievements in wide-ranging disciplines in Sunway University College (Sunway). These were in Business, Computer Technology, Creative Arts & Communications, Health & Natural Sciences and Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Management.

The University also celebrated the first graduation of its batch of students who earned the collaborative Psychology degree from Sunway and its partner Lancaster University. It was also the first time that Sunway saw 6 scoring first class…

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Sunway University College and Lancaster University get a second PMI 2 grant

Sunway University College and Lancaster University get a second PMI 2 grant

Lancaster University (Lancaster) and Sunway University College (Sunway) have been awarded a second PMI 2 grant by the British Council. This £40,000 (approx RM255,000) grant, between Lancaster’s Department of Computing and Sunway’s own School of Computer Technology (SCT), is to support the development of a joint research project in the area of mobile phone technology and large public screens.

A part of the PMI 2 (the second ‘Prime Minister’s Initiative’) by British Council is the awarding of competitive grants to…

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Emmanuel wins an award for his space-saving business idea

Emmanuel wins an award for his space-saving business idea

A student of Sunway University College has emerged as a Merit Award winner in the MSC Malaysia – IHL Business Plan Competition 2007/2008 in the Business Idea category. Just 16 years old, Emmanuel Yong was left to do the final presentation alone when his buddy Chua King Zen who partnered him in the project initially, left when he completed his studies at Sunway.

The competition was open to students from 31 public and private institutions of higher learning (IHLs)….

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Milestone Graduation Ceremony with a Special Diplomate at Sunway University College

Milestone Graduation Ceremony with a Special Diplomate at Sunway University College

The newly installed Foundation Chancellor of Sunway University College, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri (Dr) Jeffrey Cheah conferred degrees and granted diplomas to 538 graduates from the School of Computer Technology, School of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Management and the School of Creative Arts & Communication. This is the first time Sunway University College is awarding degrees and diplomas which have been developed entirely by Sunway academia. It was also the inaugural graduation since its Foundation Chancellor was installed in the…

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Sunway Students Edge First Runner-Up Place in MSC Business Plan Competition

Sunway Students Edge First Runner-Up Place in MSC Business Plan Competition

After winning two pre-qualifying rounds of the MSC Business Plan Competition late last year, students and staff made Sunway University College proud by winning the First Runner-up Award in the Business Idea category and the Merit Award in the Business Plan category respectively. This took place at the finals of the national level MSC-IHL Business Plan Competition in Putrajaya recently.

The students, Dexter Wong Kum Theen, Susmitha Burra and Lim Tou Ee are in the final year of the Bachelor…

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Prudential Young Talent Programme Grooms Sunway Students for the Worl

Prudential Young Talent Programme Grooms Sunway Students for the Worl

16 final year students from Sunway University College were privileged to be chosen for the Prudential Young Talent Programme which aims to develop the professional and personal growth of young talents or top students of higher learning establishments. This programme, by Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad which is part of Prudential plc (UK) one of the largest financial services organisations in the world, is an extension of its Leadership and Management Review programme which develops top talent within the Prudential company….

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The Gift of Education from Sunway

The Gift of Education from Sunway

Among the scholarships given by Sunway University College, perhaps the ones that are the most satisfying to award are the Tun Dato’ Seri Omar Ong Community Scholarships. These scholarships are not for academic achievers, nor for the “kings” and “queens” of sports or extra-curricular involvement. This little-known scholarship welcomes the forgotten youth who live in Homes or come from the impoverished community.

Ms Lee Siok Ping, Director of Student Services Department, who assists the Sunway Education Trust Fund to disperse…

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A Bounty of Scholarships & Awards at Sunway

A Bounty of Scholarships & Awards at Sunway

It was a day that will be remembered for a long time for 538 students who were honoured for their outstanding achievements academically, socially and in the sporting arena during the annual scholarships and awards ceremony at Sunway University College this year.

Six (6) top scoring students were RM2,000 richer for being the recipients of the prestigious Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Jeffrey Cheah Scholastic Award, given at the end of a course at Sunway University College. Among those who…

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