Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) in Mobile Computing

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of mobile/wireless technologies and how these technologies are utilised and integrated to meet specific business needs.

This course builds a solid foundation of software development skills and introduces the specific skills needed for developing mobile/wireless applications. Students will also gain the necessary understanding of current technologies and architectures that provide the network and communications infrastructure for mobile-enabled enterprise computer systems.

Students will also develop skills in the design of modern distributed software systems, using appropriate technologies, architectures and techniques, and in the advanced network technologies supporting the upper layers, together with their planning, management and security. The structure of the course allows students to gain valuable practical experience in building software systems, and also apply their knowledge to mobile game design.

Entry Requirements

  • 3 principals STPM/ 'A' Levels or equivalent or
  • 5 credits SPM/ 'O' levels or equivalent and
  • Limkokwing’s Foundation in Information Technology

Students with a recognised Certificate or Diploma in the relevant field will be given credit exemptions based on past results.

International Students

For non-Malaysian citizens, please refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency’s (MQA) List of Overseas Qualifications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System (PDF) to see if you qualify for this course.

Programme Structure

Year 1
Semester 1 Semester 2
Communication Theory & Study Skills JAVA Programming I
Fund of Computer Systems Introduction to Information System
Mathematics for Computing Multimedia Authoring
C++ Programming I Database System
Creative Studies Probability & Statistics
Multimedia technology Data Structures & Algorithm Analysis
Moral/Islamic Studies* Bahasa Malaysia A/B
Year 2
Semester 3 Semester4
Mobile Systems Mobile Electronic Device
Computer Architecture Data Communication & Networking
Mobile Device Programming 1 Mobile Device Programming 2
Business Communication Skills System Analysis & Design
Wireless Internet Programming
Information Technology Law
Discrete Mathematics Human Computer Interface Design
Year 3
Semester 5 Semester 6
Major Project 1 Distributed Operating System
Software Project Management Wireless Network Security
Wireless Network Global Information System
Ethics & Professional Conduct Major Project 2
Interactive Multimedia Design Knowledge Management
Malaysian Studies

* Not applicable for international student

Career Opportunities

On successful completion, students can enter a variety of challenging careers, such as mobile business application development; user-support management in networked organisations, and information analysis in decentralized businesses. Career opportunities include:

  • Mobile Solution Specialist
  • Mobile Application Developer