Master of Information Technology via ODL (By Coursework)

(N-DL/0611/7/0027) 12/28 (MQA/PSA17388)

Master of Information Technology (MIT) is a postgraduate programme by coursework in open and distance learning (ODL) mode offered by Faculty of Information Science and Technology in Multimedia University, Melaka campus. This MIT programme with two tracks in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity aimed to cultivate graduates that have the necessary competencies for senior or managerial positions in an IT organization or relevant industry, with continual professional development through technical certifications.

The curriculum covers diverse topics including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data analytics, emphasizing practical skills to solve contemporary computing challenges. It fosters leadership, effective communication, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

The ODL environment utilizes an online learning platform to share digital content, other learning resources, and online lectures with students. Students can access these contents anytime and create a study plan that fits around their work and family commitments. The programme is fully coursework-based, with no final exam, allowing students to focus on continuous assessments, projects, and practical assignments to demonstrate their understanding and skills.

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Scholarship Postgraduate (Malaysian)
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• Entry Requirements
  • 1. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, as accepted by the Senate; OR
    2. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, can be accepted subject to a minimum of FIVE (5) years of working experience in the related fields and rigorous internal assessment; OR
    3. A Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in non-computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 or equivalent, must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses as determined by the HEP with minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment; OR
    4. Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree (Level 6, MQF) in the field of Computing or related fields recognised by the Government of Malaysia must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses as determined by the HEP
  • English Entry Requirement:
    • Minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.0 or its equivalent*
    • *The equivalency table is as below:

    English Competency	CEFR High B1	CEFR Low B2	CEFR Mid B2	CEFR High B2
    IELTS	5.0	5.5	6.0	6.5
    TOEFL iBT	42	46	60	79
    MUET	Band 3	Band 3	Band 4	Band 4
    Pearson Test of English	47	51	59	63
    Cambridge Qualifications and Test	154	160	169	176

    • In addition to the above, any other qualification which is of equivalent level as determined by the Senate of the University.

    • The English language requirement is waived for the candidates who are natives of and/or have completed their Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees from countries that use English as the medium of instruction as well as the first language.

• Programme Duration
  • Part-Time (only): Min. 2 years, Max. 5 years
• Intake
  • March/April,  October/November
  • Part-Time ONLY