About Us

overview

DISTED College, established in 1987 as Penang’s pioneer private institution of higher learning, has undergone a remarkable transformation since its modest beginnings, emerging as a prominent institution of higher education in Penang. Our overarching vision is to become the premier college in Penang, dedicated to serving the needs of both industry and the community.

Today, the College offers a diverse range of programs encompassing Certificate, Foundation, Diploma, and Bachelor Degree levels across various fields, including Accounting, Business, Computing, Creative Multimedia, and Psychology. Additionally, DISTED has earned a distinguished reputation as the leading provider of Cambridge-A-Level and the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACEi) within the state.

At DISTED, we deeply regard the well-being of our students and all members of our campus community. Our educational approach places a strong emphasis on integrating industry perspectives into students’ learning experiences. Leveraging our close collaborations with industry leaders, we prepare graduates who are highly sought after for their technical proficiency and interpersonal skills. Integrity is at the core of our values, and we consistently uphold principles of transparency and fairness in all our endeavours. Our commitment extends beyond the classroom, as we priorities diversity and inclusivity within our campus and our engagement with the broader community. We are dedicated to achieving excellence and professionalism across all facets of College life.

DISTED empowers students for a holistic and meaningful education experience and a better start towards the career of their choice through the following collaborative enriching initiatives:

CORE VALUES

Excellence

We strive for excellence and professionalism in all aspects of College life.

Caring

We respect and care for the well-being of students and all members of the campus community.

Collaboration

We believe in effective engagement with industry partners to produce graduates that are sought after for their technical and people skills.

 

Integrity

We value integrity, exercise openness and fairness in everything that we do.

Inclusiveness

We are committed to diversity and inclusiveness both on campus and in advancing interactions with the wider community.

PHILOSOPHY

Introduction to Information Technology & Information System

This course provides an introduction to information technology and Information systems. The student will be introduced to computer software, hardware, and networking technologies, Information systems, databases as well as information security and privacy. The subject also teaches students to maximize their use of mobile devices, make the most of online tools for collaboration and communication, and fully utilize today’s Internet capabilities. It highlights today’s most current technology trends and developments.