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Certificate in Information & Communication Technology
About
The APIIT Certificate in Information & Communication Technology (CICT) equips students with strong communication, leadership, and ICT skills, providing a solid foundation for a career in the dynamic IT industry. The programme also offers opportunities for progression into diploma programmes or careers in Computing, Software Engineering, and other IT-related fields.
Key facts
| Qualification | Certificate |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 17 months |
| Intakes | March, July, September |
| Total estimated cost (local) | B$ 5,601 |
| Total estimated cost (foreign) | B$ 6,316 |
Subjects
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Information Tech (IT)
Duration
17 months
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | B$ 5,601 | B$ 6,316 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | B$ 5,601 | B$ 6,316 |
| Estimated cost per year | B$ 3,954 | B$ 4,458 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
B$ 148 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
B$ 148 |
| Enrollment Fees | B$ 238 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Application & Student Visa Fees
STAGE 1 (Payable upon acceptance of offer) RM 2,650 (approx. USD 620)* is payable when you have accepted the offer. This fee includes Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees. This also entitles you to airport assistance and transfer to the University/accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted. STAGE 2 (Payable upon Student Pass Visa Approval) RM 1,500 (approx. USD 350)* is payable once your Student Pass is approved. This fee includes the post-arrival processing fee, EMGS medical check-up in Malaysia, Medical Insurance for a year, i-Kad (International Student Card issued by Immigration Malaysia) charged to ALL International students in Malaysia, Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVal), and the Student Pass Fees for one-year. The i-Kad issued by Immigration Malaysia will enable students to avoid having to carry their passports around for identification purposes and will be tied to their Student Pass Validity and will be re-issued at visa renewal. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the Student Pass Visa Approval Letter (VAL) has been issued by EMGS. |
B$ 1,236 |
|
International Student Registration & Administrative Fees
A fee of RM 5,000 is payable as registration & administrative fee for International Students. The Fees includes Student ID Card Fee for the duration of the course. |
B$ 1,489 |
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
B$ 148 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
B$ 148 |
| Personal Bond (refundable) | B$ 297 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
SPM
- 1 Credit in any subject at SPM level with a minimum of a pass in Mathematics#, Bahasa Malaysia, and Sejarah (History);
IGCSE/O-LEVELS
- 1 Credit (Grade C & above) in any subject with a Pass in Mathematics# at IGCSE/O-Levels;
UEC
- 1 Credit (Grade B & above) in any subject with a Pass in Mathematics# at UEC;
A qualification that APIIT accepts as equivalent to the above.
# Candidates without a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Levels or equivalent, need to take and pass the reinforcement Mathematics module before the commencement of the Certificate Programme.
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
- IELTS: 4.0
- TOEFL IBT: 30-31
- Pearson (PTE): 36
- MUET: Band 3
Curriculum
SEMESTER 1
- Basic Mathematics
- Data Communications & Network
- Database Concepts
- Fundamentals of Information System
- Basic Research Skills
SEMESTER 2
- Integrated Systems Technology
- Introduction to Mobile Systems
- Introduction to Operating Systems
- Introduction to Computer Architecture
SEMESTER 3
- Web Design & Technology
- System Analysis & Design Fundamentals
- Fundamentals of Cyber Security
- Fundamentals of Visual Programming
- Networking & Cloud Technologies
SEMESTER 4
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M'sian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int'l Students)
- Personal Skills
- Youth Development
Internship (8 weeks)
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 8 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.