SCHOOL OF

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

WHY
CHOOSE
SIT?

I nformation Technology (IT) is evident in every aspect of our daily lives, whether at
work or play. When you get a quality education in IT or any of its sub-disciplines, career
opportunities in every sector and every corner of the economy will be opened to you.
A place you can call home
Be immersed in a fun yet enriching
With so much to learn and even more to aspire for, you will want to zoom in on an area of learning environment! We will
study that interests you the most, confident that it is in line with what the industry needs. nurture your potential through
That is why at NYP, we offer six innovation-oriented IT diploma courses at the School of projects, seminars, competitions,
work attachments and university
Information Technology (SIT) — all designed to train you to be a skilled IT professional immersions, both local and overseas.
and a worthy candidate for higher education in related fields. SIT also maintains a lifelong
relationship with you after graduation.

INNOVATION-BASED LEARNING SIT graduates are knowledgeable, forward- Industry-relevant

Your learning journey at SIT will be an looking and versatile professionals who Gain valuable experience developing
exciting experience in innovation, filled with are able to embrace dynamic changes and IT software products and solutions
opportunities to learn and work with state-of- contribute innovatively to the digital future. with the latest gadgets and emerging
the-art technologies. You will also be readily admitted for further technologies used by the industry at
Develop your full potential via our well- studies at renowned local and overseas our very own Centre for IT Innovation.
balanced curricula that integrate broad-based universities with advanced standing. Many
core knowledge and skills with real-life of our past graduates excel in their higher Industry-ready
applications and industry relevant practices. education pursuits, obtaining their degrees Our graduates are highly sought after
You will also learn to design innovative and with high honours. with many attaining professional
user-centric IT solutions using the design certifications even before
thinking approach and be updated on the BEYOND THE CLASSROOM they graduate.
latest technological developments and industry At SIT, you will enjoy a vibrant school life
trends with additional specialist modules. that goes beyond the classroom. Develop Abundant scholarship opportunities
Your learning experience will revolve around life skills and leadership qualities with Industry leaders collaborate with
the Centre for IT Innovation, a key platform for a global perspective through our many us to award bond-free scholarships to
staff and students to develop innovative and overseas attachments, student club activities, aspiring students. Enrol in our Talent
effective IT software solutions and services community outreach projects, and IT and Development Programme and join the
for the industry. In the process, you will entrepreneurship competitions, both local ranks of many outstanding alumni who
• Business Informatics • Financial Informatics receive valuable hands-on experience working and international. Such learning experiences are currently scholars in prestigious
on live projects, thereby enhancing your nurture you to be a well-rounded IT local and overseas universities.
• Business Intelligence & Analytics • Infocomm & Security
technical skills, domain knowledge and project professional who is prepared to face future
• Cyber Security & Forensics • Information Technology management capabilities. challenges, locally and globally.

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BUSINESS INFORMATICS

STRONG INDUSTRY SAS, Singapore Land Authority, Splunk, Financial Technologies. As you work full-time
COLLABORATIONS ST Electronics and StarHub. on real-life projects in these centres, you will
A hallmark of SIT is our strong collaboration Our technology innovation centres are sharpen your technical knowledge, business
with the industry, which in turn provides you jointly set up with industry partners to acumen and project management skills.
with realistic and relevant learning experiences. spearhead the development of technologies The knowledge that you will gain will prepare
Our partners include technology leaders such in the areas of Big Data Analytics, Cyber you for various globally recognised professional Enterprises are always concerned about operational efficiency and the projects and case studies, you will learn how business concepts and
as Accenture, Alteryx, Centre for Strategic Security, Enterprise Mobility, Social Media certification courses, which are offered by bottom line, and you will be the IT professional helping them achieve their IT complement each other successfully for business innovations.
Infocomm Technologies (CSIT), Cisco Systems, Technologies, Cloud Computing, Next technology leaders such as IBM, Microsoft, business goals and give them a winning edge. The Diploma in Business These include sales, marketing, accounting, finance, business
Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), Defence Science Generation Network Technologies, Wireless Oracle, SAP, Cisco Systems and Red Hat. Such Informatics course trains you to drive businesses with IT and innovative management, e-business and start-ups. The course readies you to excel
& Technology Agency (DSTA), Esri, IBM, iSentia, & Mobile Computing, Internet of Things, Web certifications will enhance your competitive services by combining knowledge from both the IT and business worlds. in entrepreneurship, service Innovation, business development and
Microsoft, NCS, Oracle, Red Hat, Samsung, SAP, Services, Enterprise Business Solutions and edge when you step into the workforce. Through a progressive and integrative approach with hands-on management, business applications design and development

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• IT and business is the best combination for Three academic years on a full-time basis. You must have obtained the following
further studies and career opportunities in minimum GCE ‘O’ Level results: YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2
either or both disciplines, offering broad- FURTHER EDUCATION • English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7 Core Modules Core Modules Core Modules
based understanding of technologies and
platforms for developing innovative solutions You have opportunities to pursue further studies • Elementary/Additional Mathematics BM0030 Business Communication 1 BM0036 Management Principles BM0528 Teaching Enterprise Project
for businesses. with advanced standing in relevant degree Grade 1–6 BM0031 Principles of Accounting BM0501 Business Communication 2 (Practicum)
courses at reputable universities in Singapore, • Any two other subjects, Grade 1–6 BM0032 Essentials of Marketing BM0518 Business Environment IT3506 InfoSecurity Technology
• Learn how businesses can leverage IT to the UK, Australia, the US, Canada, New Zealand BM0034 Business Statistics BM0519 Financial Management IT3691 Final Year Project
improve customer experiences and gain and others. BM0035 Principles of Economics BM0522 International Business IT3693 Overseas Internship Programme
competitive advantage.
IT1501 Computing Mathematics IT2601 Database Management Systems (12 weeks)
• Identify new business opportunities and start CAREER PROSPECTS IT1506 Data Structures & IT2604 Software Engineering Practices IT3696 Overseas Internship Programme
your entrepreneurial journey with us! Graduates of this course will be in high demand Programming Techniques IT2605 Applications of Web Services (24 weeks)
and can look forward to rewarding careers in IT1507 Web Applications Development ITP281 e-Business & Project IT3698 Internship Programme (24 weeks)
IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… positions such as: IT1606 Laws & Ethics of IT ITP282 Enterprise Applications IT3699 Internship Programme (12 weeks)
• Exercise core expertise in IT and Internet • Business development managers IT1608 Networking Essentials Development & Project ITP381 Business Informatics Project
technologies. • E-business consultants ITP182 Object-Oriented General Studies* General Studies*
• Have a comprehensive understanding of • Business applications specialists Programming & Project
entrepreneurship and new web technologies • Services professionals and researchers General Studies* Prescribed Electives 1 and 2
for business development, social media • Business analysts (Choose one specialisation)
marketing and web-enabled e-business and • Techno-strategists Entrepreneurship
e-services. • Entrepreneurs BM0505 Market Research
• Utilise best practices in IT and business, BM0515 Entrepreneurship
synergising business concepts with technical
expertise across various industry sectors. Service Innovation
• Deliver IT-enabled and IT-driven business BM0523 Services Marketing Management
solutions in innovative ways. IT3651 Service Science and Innovation
• Gain essential life skills in creative and
critical thinking, team building, self-directed Prescribed Elective 3
learning, effective communication and (Choose one module)
entrepreneurship. IT2656 Mobile Services and Applications
IT3556 Business Intelligence and Analytics
IT3557 Cloud Computing for
Business Applications

* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include general knowledge and life skills, engineering, life sciences, digital media,
business, health sciences and design.

^ Please refer to section on entry requirements for diploma courses for more details. For detailed module synopses, please refer to the online Prospectus at http://www.nyp.edu.sg/about-nyp/nyp-overview/media-room/publications/prospectus.html

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BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE & ANALYTICS WHY THIS DIPLOMA? DURATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Acquire knowledge and skills in business, Three academic years on a full-time basis. You must have obtained the following
analytics, IT, social media and project minimum GCE ‘O’ Level results:
management necessary for business FURTHER EDUCATION • English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7
intelligence and data mining. You have opportunities to pursue further studies • Elementary/Additional Mathematics
• Learn to transform data into valuable insights with advanced standing in relevant degree Grade 1–6
to grow businesses. courses at reputable universities in Singapore, • Any two other subjects, Grade 1–6
• Enjoy flexibility in further studies and/or the UK, Australia, USA, Canada, New Zealand
career choices in industries such as financial and others.
services, healthcare, retail and hospitality.
CAREER PROSPECTS
IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… You will be highly sought-after in all sectors of
• Apply the essentials of social sciences and the business world and can expect
business concepts such as psychology, a dynamic and rewarding career with industry
sociology, communication skills and leaders as:
consumer behaviour. • Business Intelligence Analysts
• Conceptualise and develop innovative • Business Analytics Specialists
applications delivered through social media • IT Business Analysts
channels and/or mobile platforms. • Data Mining & Warehousing Specialists
• Interpret data through techniques and • Web and Social Media Specialists
concepts on data modelling, analytics and • Business Analytics Technology Consultants
visualisation to derive useful insights for • Data Scientists
developing corporate strategies.
• Design enterprise collaboration applications
to enable collaboration and networking across
departments and divisions.

Smart devices today are generating huge amount of content and data. platforms like social media, web and mobile channels, leveraging IT,
With the expert eye of an analyst, this ocean of information can be social media technologies and business analytics techniques to implement
turned into business intelligence that organisations can use to drive business solutions.
business decisions. You will also pick up data management concepts and business analysis
The Diploma in Business Intelligence & Analytics course is the first to gain higher knowledge in areas such as social media technologies,
of its kind in Singapore with an emphasis on business and social analytics. mobile computing and solutions, business intelligence, and analytics
Our curriculum empowers you to harness and aggregate data across and visualisation. ^ Please refer to section on entry requirements for diploma courses for more details.

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CYBER SECURITY & FORENSICS
COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2

Core Modules Core Modules Core Modules
IT1321 Programming Essentials IT2322 Quantitative Methods IT3322 Data Privacy and Security
IT1323 Psychology & Sociology IT2323 Database Management Systems IT3331 Final Year Project
IT1324 Law & Ethics of IT IT2324 Network Technology IT3333 Overseas Internship Programme
IT1325 Computing Mathematics IT2325 Communication Skills 2 (12 weeks)
IT1331 Object-Oriented Programming IT2331 Industry Analysis IT3336 Overseas Internship Programme
IT1333 Business Statistics IT2333 Advanced Database Systems (24 weeks)
IT1334 Consumer Behaviour IT2334 Software Engineering Practices IT3339 Internship Programme (12 weeks)
IT1335 Communication Skills 1 IT2335 Predictive Modelling IT3338 Internship Programme (24 weeks)
ITP131 Principles of Web Usability ITP231 Mobile Application Development ITP331 Enterprise Business Analytics Project
Design & Project & Project General Studies*
ITP132 Social Media Applications & Project ITP232 Business Analytics &
General Studies* Visualisation Project Prescribed Electives (Choose three)
General Studies* IT3351 Analytics for Financial Services
IT3353 Analytics for Retail & Hospitality
IT3355 Social Media Analytics
IT3357 Digital Marketing & Analytics
IT3358 Geospatial Analytics
IT3359 Big Data Analytics

With the modern world so reliant on technology, what would happen capabilities in evidence gathering will allow you to analyse and investigate
if a major financial institution or government agency experiences a digital frauds and crimes. Your studies will cover the latest trends and
cybersecurity attack? Not only will it disrupt operations and services, developments in cybersecurity, information security methods, processes
there will also be a serious loss of trust from customers or the public. and technologies, and topics critical to cyber defence, such as phishing,
If your mission is to safeguard the connected world from malicious cryptography, steganography, digital forensics, zero-day attacks, system
threats and advanced cyberattacks, choose the Diploma in hardening and enterprise security.
* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include general knowledge and life skills, engineering, life sciences, digital media, Cyber Security & Forensics, which is designed to equip you with You will be versed in the latest developments in secure software
business, health sciences and design. IT expertise and specialised knowledge. development, operations and network security management, enterprise
You will be able to strategise, research, develop and deploy security and governance, and digital forensic technologies and
For detailed module synopses, please refer to the online Prospectus at http://www.nyp.edu.sg/about-nyp/nyp-overview/media-room/publications/prospectus.html effective security solutions. Your training in digital forensics and processes.

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• Be at the forefront of IT security technology. Three academic years on a full-time basis. You must have obtained the following minimum
• Develop capabilities in digital forensics, in GCE ‘O’ Level: YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2
areas such as investigation and evidence FURTHER EDUCATION • English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7 Core Modules Core Modules Core Modules
gathering, and analysis of digital frauds You have opportunities to pursue further studies • Elementary/Additional Mathematics IT1521 Computing Mathematics 1 IT2521 Database Management Systems IT3523 InfoSecurity Governance
and crimes. with advanced standing in relevant degree Grade 1–6 IT1523 Programming Essentials IT2522 Risk and Incident Management IT3531 Final Year Project
• Be among the niche group of IT courses at reputable universities in Singapore, • Any two other subjects Grade 1–6 IT1525 Communication Skills 1 IT2524 Operating Systems IT3533 Overseas Internship Programme
professionals who specialise in IT the UK, Australia, the US, Canada, New Zealand IT1528 Cyber Security Technology, IT2525 Data Structures and Algorithms (12 weeks)
assurance and governance. and others. Law & Ethics IT2533 Servers and Services IT3536 Overseas Internship Programme
IT1531 Computing Mathematics 2 Security Management (24 weeks)
IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… CAREER PROSPECTS IT1533 Network Technology IT2534 InfoSecurity Standards, IT3538 Internship Programme (24 weeks)
• Gain holistic knowledge in critical areas of Cybersecurity is a key enabler of trusted IT1534 Cryptography and Applications Policies and Audit IT3539 Internship Programme (12 weeks)
enterprise information security and digital e-services across public, private and people IT1535 Communication Skills 2 IT2535 Software Engineering Practices General Studies*
forensics from various perspectives. sectors. There is growing demand for qualified ITP191 Web Applications Development IT2537 Cyber Forensic Technologies
• Harmonise security policies and governance, cybersecurity professionals across all industries, & Project ITP291 Network Security & Project Prescribed Electives
risk management and IT, when implementing local and global, be it financial services, ITP192 Object-Oriented Programming ITP292 Applications Security & Project (Choose three modules from the following
effective cybersecurity solutions. telecommunications, manufacturing, healthcare & Project General Studies* specialisations)
• Embrace the integrity and ethical or defence. You can look forward to a challenging General Studies* Cyber Security
responsibilities expected of an information and fulfilling career in positions such as: IT3526 Cyber Security Attack and Defence
security professional. • Network security experts IT3541 Digital Rights Management
• Gain essential life skills in creative and • Information security consultants IT3542 IT Project Management IT3546 Cloud
critical thinking, team building, self-directed • Digital forensic investigators Computing Security
learning, effective communication and • Software security specialists IT3548 Mobile Security
entrepreneurship. • Information systems auditors IT3549 Cyber Security Operations
& Intelligence

Cyber Forensics
IT3525 Cyber Forensic Process
IT3543 Advanced Cyber Forensic Techniques
IT3545 Disaster Recovery and Business
Continuity Management
IT3547 Malware Analysis

* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include general knowledge and life skills, engineering, life sciences, digital media,
business, health sciences and design.

^ Please refer to section on entry requirements for diploma courses for more details. For detailed module synopses, please refer to the online Prospectus at http://www.nyp.edu.sg/about-nyp/nyp-overview/media-room/publications/prospectus.html

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FINANCIAL INFORMATICS WHY THIS DIPLOMA? DURATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Acquire a good spectrum of IT skills and Three academic years on a full-time basis. You must have obtained the following
business domain knowledge relevant to the minimum GCE ‘O’ Level results:
financial services industry. FURTHER EDUCATION • English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7
• Choice of career paths in IT and/or banking You have opportunities to pursue further studies • Elementary/Additional Mathematics
and finance. with advanced standing in relevant degree Grade 1–6
• Choice to pursue higher education in IT, courses at reputable universities in Singapore, • Any two other subjects, Grade 1–6
banking or finance. the UK, Australia, the US, Canada, New Zealand
and others.
IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO…
• Define business requirements in financial CAREER PROSPECTS
services and translate them into Graduates of this course will be in high demand
implementable IT solutions. and can look forward to rewarding careers in
• Deploy best practices specific to the trade positions such as:
and enhance them through business • Cross-disciplinary IT experts
intelligence and analytics, business • Techno-strategists
process management, banking technology, • Financial IT solutions developers
enterprise solutions and project work. • Financial applications specialists
• Develop essential life skills in creative and • IT & financial consultants
critical thinking, team building, self-directed • Business & financial analysts
learning, effective communication and
entrepreneurship.

Familiar with financial institutions like American Express, Barclays, Citibank, of IT domains and capabilities are used to implement solutions to enable
DBS and UOB? They offer a vast range of products and services that are financial services and analyse financial data. Hands-on projects and case
inextricably linked to IT systems and networks. studies further provide you with the experience needed to design and
To prepare you for a brilliant career in the financial sector, the Diploma enhance them, especially in focus areas such as accounting and finance,
in Financial Informatics adopts a well-balanced approach to integrate IT financial products and services, internet and banking technology,
training and financial knowledge. You will learn how the breadth business analytics and enterprise solutions. ^ Please refer to section on entry requirements for diploma courses for more details.

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COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2

Core Modules Core Modules Core Modules
IT1621 Computing Mathematics 1 IT1633 Capital Markets & IT3621 Emerging Fintech
IT1622 Trends in Fintech & Services Financial Instruments IT3631 Final Year Project
IT1623 Programming Essentials IT2621 Database Management Systems IT3633 Overseas Internship Programme
IT1625 Principles of Accounting IT2624 Financial Management (12 weeks)
IT1631 Computing Mathematics 2 IT2625 Communication Skills 2 IT3636 Overseas Internship Programme
IT1634 Economics IT2626 Law, Governance and Ethics (24 weeks)
IT1635 Communication Skills 1 IT2632 Software Engineering Practices IT3638 Internship Programme (24 weeks)
IT1636 Consumer Banking IT2633 Cyber Security for Financial Services IT3639 Internship Programme (12 weeks)
ITP161 Web Applications Development IT2634 Risk Management ITP361 Fintech Innovation Project
& Project ITP261 Enterprise Applications Development General Studies*
ITP162 Object-Oriented Programming & Project
& Project ITP262 Business Analytics & Project Prescribed Electives (Choose three)
General Studies* General Studies* IT2635 Investment and Financial Derivatives
IT3622 Enterprise Solutions
IT3623 Business Process Management
IT3642 International Finance and Treasury
IT3643 Personal Financial Planning
and Insurance
IT3645 Mobile Services and Applications
IT3647 Cloud Computing for Business

We see more and more things getting connected to the Internet, from and more efficient ways of doing business. This course will equip you to
* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include general knowledge and life skills, engineering, life sciences, digital media, your phones, smart sensors monitoring the environment to inbuilt be that IT professional, by exposing you to a wide variety of technologies
business, health sciences and design. computers in cars and buses. This evolution of Internet of Things has ranging from Internet of Things, cybersecurity, data analytics to infocomm
opened up new opportunities for multi-skilled IT professionals who can technologies. Applying design thinking, you will also learn to create
For detailed module synopses, please refer to the online Prospectus at http://www.nyp.edu.sg/about-nyp/nyp-overview/media-room/publications/prospectus.html create smart applications that will enhance our lifestyle and help innovative solutions that are user-centric.
companies find new

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• Acquire diverse IT expertise in sensor Three academic years on a full-time basis. You must have obtained the following minimum
technologies, cybersecurity, infocomm GCE ‘O’ Level results: YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2
and application development FURTHER EDUCATION • English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7 Core Modules Students must complete all core modules Enterprise Software Development
• Gain niche capabilities to develop You have opportunities to pursue further studies • Elementary/Additional Mathematics IT1751 Computing Mathematics 1 and a minimum of three modules from the IT3783 Mobile Applications Development
innovative end to end solutions with advanced standing in relevant degree Grade 1–6 IT1753 Principles of Computing prescribed electives. IT3795 Database Administration
• Enjoy excellent career prospects as a courses at reputable universities in Singapore, • Any two other subjects Grade 1–6 IT1761 Computing Mathematics 2 Core Modules IT3800 Open Source Technologies
multi-skilled IT professional the UK, Australia, the US, Canada, New Zealand IT1762 Data Structures and Algorithms IT3761 Final Year Project Development
and others. IT1768 Database Systems IT3763 Overseas Internship Programme IT3786 Data Analytics and Visualisation
IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… IT1769 Law & Ethics of IT (12 weeks) ITP371 Enterprise Software Development
• Design, develop and integrate applications CAREER PROSPECTS IT1770 Communication Skills 1 IT3766 Overseas Internship Programme & Project
and smart sensors to implement secured You can look forward to rewarding careers in IT1773 Infocomm Security Fundamentals (24 weeks)
IT solutions for businesses. positions such as: ITP171 IT Fundamentals & Project IT3768 Internship Programme (24 weeks) IT in Supply Chain Management
• Administer and manage secured IT • Systems and network security specialists ITP172 Networking Fundamentals & Project IT3769 Internship Programme (12 weeks) IT3792 Logistics and Distribution
infrastructure systems and services • Network and IT services specialists General Studies* IT3772 Communication Skills 2 IT3793 Advanced Planning and Optimisation
using established IT standards. • Software developers IT3779 Smart Object Technologies IT3794 Operations Management
• Develop in-depth technical knowledge • Logistics and supply chain executives YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 General Studies* ITP373 Global Supply Chain Management
and skills in one of the following Core Modules & Project
specialisations: IT2755 Software Engineering Prescribed Electives
– Systems & Network Security IT2757 Servers and Services (Choose one module from the following)
– Network & IT Services Security Management Systems & Network Security
– Enterprise Software Development IT2758 Operating Systems IT3784 Computer & Network Forensics
– IT in Supply Chain Management IT2762 Network and Communications IT3788 Cyber Security Operations
• Develop essential life skills in creative IT2768 IT Services and Management & Intelligence
and critical thinking, team building, IT2771 Rich Internet Application Development IT3789 Cyber Security Attack & Defence
self-directed learning, effective IT2774 Network Security ITP374 Systems & Network Security Project
communication and entrepreneurship. IT2775 Operations Security
ITP271 Web Application Development Network & IT Services
& Project IT3787 Enterprise Systems Administration
ITP272 Sensor Technologies & Project IT3790 Virtualisation and Data
General Studies* Centre Management
IT3797 Open Systems Administration
IT3799 IT Services Operations Management
ITP372 Enterprise Networking & Project

* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include general knowledge and life skills, engineering, life sciences, digital media,
business, health sciences and design.

^ Please refer to section on entry requirements for diploma courses for more details. For detailed module synopses, please refer to the online Prospectus at http://www.nyp.edu.sg/about-nyp/nyp-overview/media-room/publications/prospectus.html

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WHY THIS DIPLOMA? DURATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
• Explore broad-based learning in IT before Three academic years on a full-time basis. You must have obtained the following
progressing to focus on a specialisation of minimum GCE ’O’ Level results:
your choice. FURTHER EDUCATION • English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7
• Be equipped with strong core IT skills and You have opportunities to pursue further studies • Elementary/Additional Mathematics
grow into a highly versatile professional who with advanced standing in relevant degree Grade 1–6
is in great demand across all industry sectors. courses at reputable universities in Singapore, • Any two other subjects, Grade 1–6
• Our winning curriculum has produced many the UK, Australia, the US, Canada, New Zealand
outstanding graduates who are winners of and others.
the Albert Vidal Award at the WorldSkills
competition, IT Youth Award winners, Lee CAREER PROSPECTS
Kuan Yew Award winners and an Ngee Ann IT opens doors to diverse and exciting career
Kongsi Award winner. opportunities across all industry sectors, including
• Past graduates have been awarded prestigious banking, finance, business, marketing, biomedical,
scholarships for further studies and many have health sciences, lifestyle, entertainment, security
excelled in local and overseas universities, and networking. You can expect to enjoy a
obtaining advanced standing and graduating dynamic and rewarding career with industry
with high honours. leaders in positions like:
• Applications and software specialists
IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • IT consultants
• Be at the forefront of the digital revolution. • Enterprise architects
Be skilled in state-of-the-art technologies • Project managers
and emerging technologies such as diverse • Technopreneurs
smart computing technologies, cyber security,
business analytics & visualisation, cloud
computing, enterprise software and mobile
& web development.
• Be equipped with the essential know-how
and follow the industry best practices
to innovatively and effectively use IT in
industry-grade software development and
management, from analysis and design to
implementation, testing and quality assurance.
• Gain essential life skills in creative and
critical thinking, team building, self-directed
learning, effective communication and
entrepreneurship.

Realise your ambition to be an IT professional through our flagship you acquire essential knowledge in software analysis, design,
diploma course that merges software technology, design and development, testing and management, to turn your ideas into reality.
innovation. You will be inspired to create innovative software Additionally, you can pursue your interest through one of five specialisations:
applications and IT solutions that wow people and captivate industries. information security and forensics, business analytics and visualisation,
Our broad-based curriculum helps you build a strong foundation geospatial and mobile innovation, social media and analytics, and
in problem-solving skills and programming techniques. This will help digital entertainment. ^ Please refer to section on entry requirements for diploma courses for more details.

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YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Business Analytics & Visualisation Social Media & Analytics
Core Modules Core Modules Core Modules IT3133 Quantitative Methods IT3125 Psychology & Sociology
IT1101 Computing Mathematics 1 IT1204 Data Structures and Algorithms IT3180 Emerging Trends and Technologies IT3134 Business Intelligence & Analytics for Online Media
IT1110 Communication Skills 1 IT1205 Operating Systems IT3291 Final Year Project IT3135 Digital Marketing & Analytics IT3127 Enterprise Social Media
IT1111 Programming Essentials IT1210 Communication Skills 2 IT3293 Overseas Internship Programme ITP315 Business Analytics & IT3128 Social Media Marketing & Analytics
IT1201 Computing Mathematics 2 IT2107 Mobile Usability Design (12 weeks) Visualisation Project ITP313 Social Media Technologies & Project
IT1213 Data Communications & Networking IT2116 Software Engineering IT3296 Overseas Internship Programme
IT1214 Digital Media Interaction Design IT2118 InfoSecurity Technology (24 weeks) Geospatial & Mobile Innovation Digital Entertainment
IT1218 Law & Ethics of IT IT2201 Database Management Systems IT3298 Internship Programme (24 weeks) IT3160 Concepts of Geospatial IT3125 Psychology & Sociology for
IT2106 IP Technology and Networking ITP211 Object-Oriented Analysis, IT3299 Internship Programme (12 weeks) Information System Online Media
ITP111 Web Applications Development Design & Project General Studies* IT3161 Geospatial Visualisation IT3154 Computer Graphics
& Project General Studies* IT3178 Cloud Computing IT3158 Visual Art Techniques
ITP112 Object-Oriented Programming Prescribed Electives ITP312 Smart Device Development & Project ITP314 Games Development & Project
& Project Prescribed Electives (Choose one specialisation)
General Studies* (Choose one module from each of the Information Security & Forensics
two specialisations) IT3111 InfoSecurity Management
Programming Language IT3112 System and Network Security
IT2127 C# Applications Development IT3118 Digital Forensics
IT2128 C++ Applications Development ITP311 Applications Security & Project

Enterprise Development
ITP212 Java Enterprise Development & Project
ITP213 Enterprise Applications Development
& Project

* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include general knowledge and life skills, engineering, life sciences, digital media,
business, health sciences and design.

For detailed module synopses, please refer to the online Prospectus at http://www.nyp.edu.sg/about-nyp/nyp-overview/media-room/publications/prospectus.html

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