Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Program Overview
The Bachelor of ICT prepares students to design, manage, and implement information systems and communication technologies across industries. Students gain expertise in networking, database management, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and IT project management, equipping them to drive Sarawak’s digital economy transformation and support both public and private sector ICT initiatives.
Category & Alignment
- Academic Discipline: Computing & IT
- PCDS 2030 Alignment Area: Digital Economy
Study Duration
- 3 years (full‑time, on‑campus)
- Standard completion time: 6 semesters
- Extensions or repeated subjects are not funded under FTES
Admission Requirements
- STPM / A‑Levels / UEC with strong passes in Mathematics
- Foundation or Diploma in ICT/Science/Engineering with minimum CGPA ≥ 2.5
- IELTS ≥ 6.0 / TOEFL iBT ≥ 75 / MUET Band ≥ 4
- Anak Sarawak (MyKad “K” status), first bachelor’s degree, full‑time enrollment, no other scholarships or loans
Career Pathways
- ICT Systems Analyst
- Network Administrator
- Database Administrator
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- IT Project Manager
🎯 Target Employers in Sarawak
- Digital Economy & ICT: Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC), local ICT startups
- Telecommunications: Telekom Malaysia, Sacofa, CelcomDigi
- Energy & Utilities: Sarawak Energy Berhad (ICT infrastructure, smart grid)
- Government & Agencies: JKR Sarawak (ICT systems), Sarawak State Government ICT units
- Research & Academia: UNIMAS ICT labs, Swinburne Sarawak R&D centres
Estimated Local Salary Benchmarks (Monthly, RM)
| Career Stage | Typical Job Title | Salary Range (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level (0–2 yrs) | Graduate ICT Analyst / Network Administrator | RM 2,800 – RM 3,500 |
| Mid Level (3–7 yrs) | ICT Systems Analyst / Database Administrator | RM 4,500 – RM 7,000 |
| Senior Level (8–15 yrs) | Senior ICT Specialist / IT Project Manager | RM 8,000 – RM 12,000 |
| Executive Level (15+ yrs) | Head of ICT / Chief Information Officer | RM 15,000 – RM 20,000 |