BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE)


Programme Overview

This programme equips students with the knowledge and skills to design and develop computer systems that emulate and exhibit human intelligence. Students will learn the theoretical and practical aspects of Robotics, Cognitive Science, Image Processing, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Network, Fuzzy Logic, Expert Systems and Logic Programming. Students will apply their skills and knowledge through the development of real world applications in their final year projects.


Duration:  3.5 Years (7 Semester and 1 special semester), Full time (Coursework)

Programme Structure (GROUP K1 FROM YEAR 1)

  1. Basic Entrepreneurship Culture
  2. English for Communication (1)
  3. Computing Mathematics I
  4. Fundamentals of Programming
  5. Computer Systems and Organization
  6. Introduction to Data Science
  7. Philosophy and Current Issues (for local students only) / Basic Malay Language (for international students)
  8. English for Communication (2)
  9. Data Structure (#WIX1002)
  10. Computer System Architecture (#WIX1003)
  11. Network Technology Foundation
  12. Machine Learning
  1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
  2. Thinking and Communication Skills
  3. Project Management
  4. Database
  5. Probability and Statistics
  6. Software Modeling
  7. Probability and Statistics
  8. System Analysis and Design
  9. Mobile Application Development
  10. Co-Curriculum (1)
  11. Algorithm Design and Analysis (#WIA1002)
  12. Specialization Elective (1)
  13. Specialization Elective (2)
  14. Specialization Elective (3)
  15. University Elective (Cluster 1)
  16. Choose 3 electives of the following:
    1. Internet of Things (#WIA1005)
    2. Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
    3. Computing Mathematics II
    4. Cognitive Science
  1. Industrial Training *
  2. Academic Project I **
  3. Specialization Elective (4)
  4. Specialization Elective (5)
  5. Specialization Elective (6)
  6. Specialization Elective (7)
  7. University Elective (Cluster 2)
  8. University Elective (Cluster 3)
  9. Choose 4 electives of the following:
    • Natural Language Processing
    • Autonomous Robots
    • Deep Learning
    • Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition
    • Virtual Reality
  1. Co-Curriculum (2)
  2. Academic Project II (#WIA3002)
  3. Specialization Elective (8)
  4. Specialization Elective (9)
  5. Specialization Elective (10)
  6. University Elective (Cluster 3): Global Issues and Community Sustainability: Making the World a Better Place
  7. Choose 3 electives of the following:
    • Functional and Logic Programming
    • Fuzzy Logic (#WIX1001)
    • Practical Artificial Intelligence
    • Numerical Analysis

Note:

#Pre-requisite

*Taken all Faculty and Programme Core Courses except Academic Project I and Academic Project II

**Pass all Faculty and Programme Core Courses except Industrial Training and Academic Project II


SPECIALIZATION ELECTIVE COURSES (Choose only 10 courses)

  1. Internet of Things (#WIA1005)
  2. Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
  3. Computing Mathematics II
  4. Cognitive Science
  5. Functional and Logic Programming
  6. Natural Language Processing
  7. Fuzzy Logic (#WIX1001)
  8. Autonomous Robots
  9. Deep Learning
  10. Evolutionary Computation
  11. Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition
  12. Practical Artificial Intelligence
  13. Numerical Analysis
  14. Virtual Reality



Career Prospects

AI Research Scientist, Algorithm Developer, Business Intelligence Analyst, Computer Vision Engineer, Data Scientist, Deep Learning Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, Natural Language Processing Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Software Developer, Virtual Reality Developer

Tuition Fee

Local (SATU)

RM75,500

(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)

International

RM89,200

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025//2026

Entry Requirement

STPM
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in Science stream and;
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Additional Mathematics and Grade B- in any of the following subjects:
    • Physics
    • Information and Communication Technology
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
  • and
  • Obtain grade B in Additional Mathematics and Mathematics at SPM Level and;
  • Obtain grade B in any of the following subjects at SPM Level:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • ICT
Matriculation / Foundation
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in Science Stream and;
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Mathematics at Matriculation/Foundation and Grade B- in any of the following subjects:
  • Physics
  • Fundamentals of Information and Communication Technology
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • IT
    • Programming
    • Computing 
  • and
  • Obtain Grade B in Additional Mathematics and Mathematics at SPM Level and;
  • Obtain Grade B in any of the following subjects at SPM Level:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • ICT
STAM
  • Not Offered
Diploma / Equivalent
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate and;
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any 2 subjects at Diploma level including Mathematics and;
  • Obtain grade B in Additional Mathematics and Mathematics at SPM Level and obtain grade B in any of the following subjects at SPM Level:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • ICT
UM SATU Foundation
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 at Asasi SATU UM and;
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Mathematics at Asasi SATU UM and obtained grade B- in any of the following subjects:
    • Physics
    • Information & Communication Technology
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • IT
    • Programming
    • Computing 
  • and
  • Obtain grade B in Additional Mathematics and Mathematics at SPM Level and;
  • Obtain grade B in any of the following subjects at SPM Level:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • ICT
GEC A-Level
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification and;
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in Mathematics and grade B in any of the following subjects at A-Levels: 
    • Additional Mathematics
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computing
    • Related Computing Fields
  • and
  • Obtain grade B in Additional Mathematics and Mathematics at SPM Level and;
  • Obtain grade B in any of the following subjects at SPM Level:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • ICT
International Baccalaureate (IB)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtained International Baccaluareate Diploma (IB) that is recognised with a minimum of 30 points and;
  • Obtain at least grade 5 (Higher Level) /  grade 6 (Standard Level) in Mathematics and;
  • Obtained at least grade 5 (HL) or grade 6 (SL) in any of the following subjects: 
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science 
  • and
  • Obtain grade B in Additional Mathematics and Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE Level and;
  • Obtain grade B in any of the following subjects at SPM/IGCSE Level:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • ICT
AUSMAT
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) and;
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B-  in any one subjects at AUSMAT level as follows:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computing
    • Mathematics Specialist 
  • and
  • Obtain grade B in Additional Mathematics and Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE Level and;
  • Obtain grade B in any of the following subjects at SPM/IGCSE Level:
    • Physics
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Computer Science
    • ICT and;
Senior High School Certificate (SHSC)
  • Pass with a minimum average of 65%
  • Obtain a minimum of 60% / grade B- in Mathematics subjects.
  • Obtain a minimum of 60%/ grade B- in any ONE (1) subject: Physics, Computing, Chemistry, Biology
Matriculation / Foundation
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Mathematics subjects.
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any ONE (1) subject: (Computing Science / Computing), (Chemistry/Engineering Chemistry), Biology, (Physics/Engineering Physics), Basic Engineering 
Diploma
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Mathematics subjects.
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any ONE (1) subject: (Computing Science / Computing), (Chemistry/Engineering Chemistry), Biology, (Physics/Engineering Physics), Basic Engineering 
GEC A-Level
  • Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in Mathematics subjects.
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in any ONE (1) subject: Physics, Computing, Chemistry, Biology, Further Mathematics
International Baccalaureate (IB)
  • Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
  • Obtain a minimum of grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in Mathematics subjects.
  • Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any ONE (1) subject: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science
AUSMAT
  • Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in Mathematics subjects.
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in any ONE (1) subject: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics Specialist
Additional Requirements:
  • Candidates who apply must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental or physical illness and able to follow the program of study designed for this course.

English Language Requirements

  • Obtain a minimum of Band 3.5 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.5 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
  • Obtained a minimum English language Competency in any ONE (1) of the following requirements:
    • MUET 4.0
    • IELTS (Academic) 5.5
    • TOEFL iBT (Centre-based) 46
    • TOEFL Essentials (Online) 8.0
    • Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) 51
    • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency 160