Study computer science in Malaysia: Taylor's Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)
Taylor's University's three-year computer science degree in Subang Jaya, a dual award with the University of the West of England: the published fee in rupees, the English score, the entry routes, four specialisations, three final-year tracks and the intake months. We work with 34 partner universities, and our Calicut team guides students into Malaysia every intake.
The degree at a glance
Malaysia computer science at Taylor's: what this degree is
The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) is offered by the School of Computer Science at Taylor's University. Taylor's lists the programme code as KPT/JPS (R2/0613/6/0149) (MQA/FA2541) 03/28. It is a dual award programme offered in collaboration with the University of the West of England (UWE).
Seats are limited for each intake. You choose one of four specialisations (Data Science, Cyber Security, Mobile Computing or Artificial Intelligence) and one of three final-year tracks. Taylor's also lists overseas articulation options, which let you complete the computing programme at one of its partner universities in Australia or the United Kingdom.
What you actually study
The Malaysia computer science curriculum, year by year
Year 1 and 2 are a common core, then you add specialisation modules. Year 3 changes with the track you choose. Taylor's says all information is subject to change.
Year 1: common core
- Database Systems
- Computer Architecture and Organisation
- Object Oriented Programming
- Discrete Structures
- Principles of Software Engineering
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Operating Systems
- Advanced Programming
Year 2: intelligent systems
- Computer Networks
- Machine Learning and Intelligent System
- Ideating Start-up
- Specialisation modules in your chosen area
Year 3: three tracks
- Conventional: Capstone Project I and II, Human Computer Interaction, Professional Practices and Information Security
- Work-Based Learning: Industrial Project I and II plus the same two modules
- Technopreneurship: Technopreneurship Project I and II plus the same two modules
Four specialisations
- Data Science: Data Mining, Big Data Technologies
- Cyber Security: Computer Intrusion Detection, Wireless Networks and Security
- Mobile Computing: Mobile Applications Development, Internet of Things
- Artificial Intelligence: Computer Vision and Natural Language Processing, Cognitive Computing and Applications
Source: Taylor's University programme page. International students also take Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 and Citra Malaysia, plus university core modules and flexible education (free electives or a minor).
Published fees, converted
Malaysia fees for this Taylor's degree, in dollars and rupees
Taylor's publishes one fee figure for each student type in its 2026 programme information. For international students it is in US dollars. The Malaysian student figure is in ringgit.
Published programme fee, international students (2026)
≈ Rs37.62 lakh
Taylor's publishes this as the fee for international students in its 2026 programme information. The page does not say whether it covers the whole degree or one year, so we confirm that with Taylor's before you budget. Rupee figure is our conversion at USD 1 = Rs93.933 (9 November 2026 close, za.investing.com). Fees exclude 6% service tax.Malaysian students, same programme (2026)
≈ Rs28.55 lakh
Shown for comparison, as published by Taylor's. The same unit question applies.Admission from India
Malaysia entry route for this Taylor's computer science degree
Taylor's publishes entry pathways by qualification. It does not publish an Indian Class 12 percentage for this degree. Qualifications recognised as equivalent by the Malaysian Government are listed, so your route is confirmed with Taylor's before you apply.
Published pathways
Source: Taylor's programme page, checked 10 November 2026. IB is 24 points in 6 subjects. Candidates also need credits in Mathematics and English at SPM level or equivalent.
Other published routes
Any Foundation with CGPA 2.0 recognised by the Malaysian Government, and matriculation recognised in the relevant field, are also listed. Diplomas in computing below CGPA 2.50 but above 2.00 may be admitted after internal evaluation.
What this means for Class 12. Taylor's lists Additional Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent, and a reinforcement Mathematics module for students without it. It does not name Indian boards. We send your Class 12 Mathematics and subject marks to Taylor's and get the route confirmed before you apply.
English evidence
Malaysia English requirement for Taylor's international students
Taylor's lists the English requirement for international students as IELTS 5.5, or a Pre-University or Diploma qualification that was completed in English. If you are short of the score, we check with Taylor's which English route it accepts for your qualification.
Source: Taylor's programme page, English Requirements, checked 10 November 2026.When you can start
Malaysia intakes for this degree: February, April and September
Taylor's lists three intake months for this degree. A student finishing Class 12 in the spring can usually aim for the September intake, depending on when results, English evidence and the EMGS student pass process complete.
In year 3 you choose between a Conventional track with an internship or cooperative education placement, a full year of Work-Based Learning with industry partners, or a Technopreneurship track focused on startups.
After the degree
Malaysia final-year choices and careers at Taylor's
Taylor's lists these careers for graduates: applications developer, database designer, e-business consultant, IT consultant, network engineer, programmer, software developer, software engineer, systems analyst, systems developer and technical support engineer.
The three tracks let you finish with an internship, a year inside an industry partner or a startup project. Tell us which fits your plan and we will compare it with the other Malaysia computer science degrees on our list.
Questions families ask us
Malaysia computer science at Taylor's: FAQ
What is the dual award with UWE?
Taylor's says the degree is a dual award programme offered in collaboration with the University of the West of England. We confirm exactly which certificates you receive and any conditions.
Is USD 40,049 a yearly fee?
Taylor's does not say on the programme page whether it covers the whole degree or one year. We ask Taylor's for the fee schedule before you plan the budget.
Do I have to choose a specialisation?
Yes. Taylor's says students specialise in Data Science, Cyber Security, Mobile Computing or Artificial Intelligence.
Can I finish the degree abroad?
Taylor's lists overseas articulation options with partner universities in Australia or the United Kingdom. We check which are open to your intake and what they cost.
Evidence
Sources for this Malaysia course page
- Taylor's University: Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) - programme code, dual award, duration, intakes, fees, service tax, curriculum, specialisations, entry pathways, English requirement, tracks, careers. Checked 10 November 2026.
- Photograph: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0). USD to rupee at USD 1 = Rs93.933 (9 November 2026, za.investing.com); RM to rupee at RM1 = Rs23.4525 (29 October 2026, za.investing.com).
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