Duration:2 years
Intakes:February
Campus:Forward School, Penang
Level of Study:Diploma
Faculty:Engineering
Course Code:
About this course
Because today, the whole world runs on software.
Whether you want to create a flight control app for drones, the next social network or a self-driving vehicle, software engineers have enormous career opportunities in today’s tech-enabled world.
At Forward College, you don’t just write code; instead, you’ll learn how to solve problems. Immersive and project-based, you’ll analyze software architecture, apply algorithms, achieve fluency in industry-standard programming languages —all to develop useful, robust and scalable software products. Plus, you’ll learn how to work in teams and manage projects in a workforce setting for actual clients.
Upon graduation, you’ll be ready to create reliable, affordable, and faster software for all kinds of different purposes.
What can you do with our Applied Software Engineering NitroDegree?
Graduates often pursue careers in software engineering and development, consulting, and more. They commonly work for financial institutions, technology companies, and software corporations.
Accreditation & Degree Pathways
This program is an accredited Diploma under the Skills Department / Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran (JPK). It is endorsed by the Ministry of Human Resource Malaysia. For possible continuation higher education routes, we partner with other universities to provide students with a flexible option to obtain industry-relevant skills and a career-focused degree. The programs allow students to begin with Forward College, then continue their education to receive a 3-year degree in a relevant field via credit transfer or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) route.
Total Course Fees
Approx. RM 37,500
For more information please call Atikah at +604-225 0077, or email at hello@forward.edu.my
Subject Listing
- Functional Programming Fundamentals
- Deploying full-stack web applications
- Computer Networking and Security
- Machine Learning and Deep Learning concepts
- Android Development using Kotlin
- Agile Development and UI/UX
- Software Product Development and Entrepreneurship
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have one of the following Entry requirements:
SPM Leavers:
- Achieved at least a Pass in English and Mathematics
- Achieved passing score for Forward School’s Computer Programmer’s Aptitude Test
STPM Leavers:
- Achieved at least a Pass in English and Mathematics
- Achieved passing score for Forward School’s Computer Programmer’s Aptitude Test
Working Professionals (Applies to Remote Learners):
- Achieved passing score for Forward School’s Computer Programmer’s Aptitude Test
International Student Only
Note: International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above. To find country-specific entry requirements please call Atikah at +604-225 0077, or email at hello@forward.edu.my