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About the Institution
The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is amongst Malaysia’s Premier Private Universities, and is where a unique fusion of technology, innovation and creativity works effectively towards preparing graduates for significant roles in business and society globally. APU has earned an enviable reputation as an award-winning University through its achievements in winning a host of prestigious awards at national and international levels.
APU was announced as among the Highest Rated Emerging Universities in Malaysia, being rated at TIER 5 (EXCELLENT) under the SETARA 2011 Ratings by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), and has maintained this Excellent rating in the SETARA 2013 Ratings and the latest SETARA 2017 Rating. Under the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) 2017 Ratings, APU was awarded 5-Stars in 4 categories of the QS Stars Ratings – Teaching, Employability, Facilities and Inclusiveness. The QS Stars rating is an international rating system that measures achievements and qualities of universities worldwide. In addition, in 2017, APU was also announced as one of Malaysia’s Premier Digital Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), for its commitment in offering top-notch digital technology courses and ensuring highly-skilled graduates continue to flourish and fill future digital job demands locally and globally.
Originally established as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) in 1993 and Asia Pacific University College of Technology & Innovation (UCTI) in 2004, APU’s sound approach to nurturing school leavers into qualified professionals has resulted in our graduates being highly sought after by employers. With an international student community of more than 11,000 students from more than 120 countries studying in its Malaysian campus, APU offers a truly cosmopolitan learning environment which prepares students well for the global challenges which lie ahead. APU offers a wide range of degrees with Technology as a common core. It is APU’s aim to nurture and encourage innovation through our programmes, with the intention of producing individuals who will learn, adapt and think differently in new and better ways.
APU’s achievements bear testimony to our commitment to excellence in higher education and training, as well as innovative research and development and commercialization. APU (via APIIT) is Malaysia’s first Institution to achieve Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC) Company Status. Through our network of APIIT Education Group branch campuses established in Sri Lanka and India, APU also reaches out to young aspiring professionals in these countries, providing them with a unique opportunity of experiencing international best practices in higher education using curricula, processes, resources and systems which have been developed in Malaysia. APU’s academic programmes are all approved by the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia and the qualifications are accredited or provisionally accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
Why Study in APU
- Proven Track Record of Employable Graduates – 95%+ Employed by Graduation.
- Amongst Highest Rated Emerging Universities in Malaysia – Rated 5-Stars under SETARA 2011, 2013 and 2017
- Premier Digital Technology Institute of Higher Learning in Malaysia – awarded by the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)
- Internationally Recognized by QS – Achieved 5-Stars ranking in 4 categories: Facilities, Teaching, Inclusiveness and Employability
- Internationally Recognized Programmes.
- More than 40,000 Graduates & Alumni.
- Over 12,000 students from more than 130 Countries.
- Award-Winning Students who regularly win both local and international competitions.
- Engineering Degrees Accredited by Board of Engineers (BEM).
- Engineering Degrees Internationally Recognized under Washington Accord.
- One of the only 7 universities in Asia to receive full accreditation by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), UK
- Programmes that are Industry 4.0-ready – Cyber Security, Financial Technology (FinTech), Cloud Computing, E-Business, Digital Marketing, Internet of Things (IoT), Data Science & Intelligent Systems
Programme Outline
Areas of studies:
- Computing, Technology & Games Development
- Engineering
- Business, Management, Marketing, Tourism & Media
- Accounting, Banking, Finance & Actuarial
- Animation & Visual Effects
- Industrial Design & Brand Management
Academic Resources and Facilities
With an international student community of more than 12,000 students from more than 130 countries studying in its Malaysian campus, APU offers a truly cosmopolitan learning environment which prepares students well for the global challenges which lie ahead. APU offers a wide range of degrees with Technology as a common core. It is APU’s aim to nurture and encourage innovation through our programmes, with the intention of producing individuals who will learn, adapt and think differently in new and better ways.























Student (Local and International) Support Services
Student Services at APU aims to provide support, assistance, advice, consultation, and essential services to all APU students and to cater to the well-being of students beyond their academic needs. It is a one-stop centre where questions about APU courses, policies, procedures, services and events can be obtained. We provide on-campus and off-campus accommodation within guarded environments, while students are exposed to clubs, societies, and special interest groups on-campus.
To ensure that our students get the best out of their life at APU, we offer personal counselling services geared towards helping them with academic concerns as well as emotional matters. All counselling is done in a safe and confidential environment by qualified counsellors.
Student Development Activities for Employability
APU Career Centre connects our students with over 10,000 potential employers to provide internship and job opportunities. Annually, they organize Mega Career Fairs on campus as well as career talks to help students equip themselves with necessary employability skills. Professionalism is our philosophy, where students are exposed towards workplace ethics and professional code of conducts on-campus. The campus simulates a real-life working environment, allowing students to adapt to the professional working environment even before they graduate.
The Student Experience
At APU, students are exposed towards our core values: Technology & Innovation, Professional Development, Multiculturalism and Cultural Diversity.
While teaching and learning processes pay focus on practical learning experience, innovative thinking is stimulated among students of all programmes, encouraging them to think outside the box and to solve the world's biggest problems. The multicultural experience at APU is spectacular - with students from over 130 countries studying on-campus, both local and international students are exposed to the amazing experience of cultural exchange and interactions that are happening on a daily basis.
Teaching and learning facilities are redesigned to suit the needs of the industry, in line with the Industrial Revolution 4.0, a strong emphasis on cooperative learning is reflected at APU's new iconic campus, through the abundance of communal spaces and discussion areas, where aspiring young minds come together to formulate innovative ideas. Wings spreading out from the Spine offer creative spaces intended to foster self-directed learning and teaching. Highly conducive teaching & learning spaces, study lounges, studios, laboratories, tutorial rooms, breakout rooms and syndicate rooms sit alongside modern, fully equipped lecture theatres where core knowledge is taught by well qualified academics. All spaces are carefully designed to create an unforgettable learning and lifestyle experience that lasts for a lifetime, while enabling professional learning and cultivating global mindsets.
Recognition and Accreditation
- KPMG CYBER SECURITY CHALLENGE 2018 - Top University Award
- PROTON DRB-HICOM CREATIVE CAR CHALLENGE 2018 - Champion
- NASA SPACE APPS CHALLENGE (KUALA LUMPUR) 2018 - Champion
- WORLD ASIAN BUSINESS CASE COMPETITION 2018 - Top 10
- F-SECURE INTERVARSITY CYBERSECURITY CHALLENGE 2018, 2017, 2016 - Champion
- SAS NATIONAL FINTECH CHALLENGE 2018 - 1st Place
- INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERS MALAYSIA (IEM) AWARD 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 – Gold Medal
Courses Offered
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Pre-University/Foundation Studies
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Foundation (Business & Finance)Level: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): RM 24,800 Duration: 1 year (3 Semesters) |
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Foundation (Computing & Technology)Level: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): RM 24,800 Duration: 1 year (3 Semesters) |
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Foundation (Design & Media)Level: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): RM 24,800 Duration: 1 year (3 Semesters) |
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Foundation (Engineering)Level: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): RM 25,200 Duration: 1 year (3 Semesters) |
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Certificate Level
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APIIT Certificate in Administrative SkillsLevel: Certificate LevelFees (Local): RM 15,850 Duration: 16 months (3 Semesters) |
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APIIT Certificate in Information & Communications TechnologyLevel: Certificate LevelFees (Local): RM 15,850 Duration: 16 months (3 Semesters) |
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Diploma Level
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Diploma in AccountingLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 42,800 Duration: 2 years (5 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Business AdministrationLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 42,800 Duration: 2 years (5 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Business with InformationTechnologyLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 42,800 Duration: 2 years (5 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Design & MediaLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 39,600 Duration: 2 years (6 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Electrical & Electronic EngineeringLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 39,600 Duration: 2.5 years (7 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Information & Communications TechnologyLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 44,900 Duration: 2 years (6 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Information & Communications Technology with a specialism in Data InformaticsLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 44,900 Duration: 2 years (6 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Information & Communications Technology with a specialism in Interactive TechnologyLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 44,900 Duration: 2 years (6 Semesters) |
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Diploma in Information & Communications Technology with a specialism in Software EngineeringLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 44,900 Duration: 2 years (6 Semesters) |
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Diploma in International StudiesLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): RM 39,600 Duration: 2 years (5 Semesters) |
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Bachelor's Degree Level
Masters Degree Level
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Master of AccountingLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: 1+ years |
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Master of Accounting in Forensic AnalysisLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: 1+ years |
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)Level: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: Full time (1+ years) / Part time (2-3 years) |
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Euro Asia Business)Level: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: 1+ years |
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Master of FinanceLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: Full time (1+ years) / Part time (2-3 years) |
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Master of Philosophy in EngineeringLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 25,200 Duration: Full time (2 years) / Part time (3-4 years) |
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Master of Philosophy in ManagementLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 25,200 Duration: 2 years |
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Master of Project ManagementLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: 1+ years |
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Master of Science in Artificial IntelligenceLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 32,600 Duration: Full time (1+ years) / Part time (2-3 years) |
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Master of Science in Computing (By Research)Level: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 25,200 Duration: Full time (2 years) / Part time (3-4 years) |
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Master of Science in Cyber SecurityLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 32,600 Duration: 1+ years |
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Master of Science in Global Marketing ManagementLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: 1+ years |
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Master of Science in International Business CommunicationsLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: 1+ years |
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Master of Technology ManagementLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: Full time (1+ years) / Part time (2-3 years) |
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MSc in Data Science and Business AnalyticsLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 36,800 Duration: Full time (1+ years) / Part time (2.5 -3 years) |
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MSc in Information Technology ManagementLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: Full time (1+ years) / Part time (2-3 years) |
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MSc in Software EngineeringLevel: Masters Degree LevelFees (Local): RM 29,500 Duration: Full time (1+ years) / Part time (2-3 years) |
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Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) Level
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PhD in ComputingLevel: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): RM 45,000 Duration: Full time (3 years) / Part time (4 years) |
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PhD in EngineeringLevel: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): RM 45,000 Duration: Full time (3 years) / Part time (4 years) |
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PhD in FinanceLevel: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): RM 45,000 Duration: Full time (3 years) / Part time (4 years) |
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PhD in ManagementLevel: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): RM 45,000 Duration: Full time (3 years) / Part time (4 years) |
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PhD in TechnologyLevel: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D) LevelFees (Local): RM 45,000 Duration: Full time (3 years) / Part time (4 years) |
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Contact Details
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Address: Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan |
Type: Private University & University College Tel: +6-03-8996 1000 or 1300-888-278 (APU)Fax: +6-03-8996 1001 Website: http://www.apu.edu.my |
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Student Testimonials
AHMAD FASEEH, The MaldivesFinal Year Student- BSc (Hons) in Computing " The atmosphere in APIIT is very relaxed although the amount of college work is a lot." It's experience and memories that will surely last a lifetime. There is more to it than just education. The atmosphere in APIIT is very relaxed although the amount of college work is a lot. Moreover, the people from the General Manager to the Lecturers and the receptionist are very friendly and helpful. And now with the Students Recreational Club (SRC), APIIT is becoming increasingly alive and exciting each day. It is a great honour that I can share as a student of APIIT. |
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![]() Aigerin Issabayeva, KazakhstanBSc. (Hons) in Computing, 2nd Year I study at UCTI which has a partnership with Staffordshire University, UK. UCTI offers good quality education with UK certification to students from all over the world at a much more affordable price. And the outcome - the degree - is just the same as the one from the UK! So when it came to the time to choose a university, I had no
doubt about UCTI and Malaysia! I thought of going to the UK when sending out my applications to universities but
Malaysia seemed more suitable for me in terms of expenses and life-style. |
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![]() Amandeep Singh Bhullar, India
“I am really impressed with the infrastructure and teaching standards at APIIT. All the lecturers and people here are very co-operative and helpful which makes it a comfortable and unforgettable learning experience.” |
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![]() Bayu Santoso, IndonesiaBSc (Hons) in Computing, 3 Years “It’s been almost 3 years since I started studying in Malaysia; and I love Malaysia and the University. At first, I thought I would only meet local people, and some from other Asian countries. However, I have actually met people from all around the world, from more than 80 countries at UCTI. Through the various people I have met from all over the world, I have experienced a unique study environment and it is fun too. When we get to know each other with people from all over the countries, we are able to share our culture with them. It is just an extraordinary environment. |
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![]() Cholpon Ulukbekova, KyrgyzstanUCTI Foundation Programme, 1Year It was a new step of my life, and it began at my university, UCTI. From the first week, my seniors and the staff of the university were very welcoming! I felt as if I was inside the hurricane of astonishing events. Members of the Students Activities Recreational Council invited me to participate in different activities like King and Queen Hunt, Charity Bazaar Auction, Multicultural Night and others as soon as I became a freshman. |
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IBRAHIM OMAR (Kenya)Diploma in Computing & Information Technology "I experience a real life environment." "I'm happy about the amount of practical work we get to do through assignments, projects and open lab facilities... lets us experience a real life environment a real life environment before we go out to work in the real world." |
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![]() Li Jing, China
When I first arrived I needed help with my English. I found it reassuring to have staff and students who are supportive. Now I think my English has much improved…right? |
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![]() Mohammed Shamil Feroz Fuad, Sri LankaBSc (Hons) in Multimedia, Level 2
Shamil, as he prefers to be called, is one of the youngest students in his intake. At only 20, he is already a level 2 student pursuing his BSc (Hons) Degree in Computing specialising in Multimedia. He was born in Colombo and spent 11 years of his life in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. He joined APIIT in February 2006 after obtaining his Diploma in Computing from an institution in Brunei. |
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![]() Muhammad Anis Ur Rehman, Pakistan
I am proud that Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Cricket Club (ACC) has won its very first match in the short history of APIIT Cricket Club. |
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![]() Nagamatsu Akinori, JapanBSc (Hons) in Mobile Computing Nagamatsu, our Japanese student from Fukushima has been in Malaysia for the past two and a half years. He heard about APIIT from his counsellors while he was in school and when he decided to take IT, this was the logical choice. He successfully completed his Diploma in computing with us and is currently pursuing his BSc (Hons) degree in computing specialising in Mobile Computing. |
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![]() Noriswandi bin Hj. Razali, Brunei
Although I am a foreign student I feel very comfortable here in APIIT as I am always taken care of by both my classmates and lecturers. |
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ROLAND R. TUCKER (South Africa)Final Year Student-BSc. (Hons) in Computing "The preparation the lecturers give to fresh graduates adds to our confidence to believe in our abilities."" The lecturers have been wonderful. The preparation they give to fresh graduates adds to our confidence to believe in our abilities. The real stories they presentà.add to our growing. Wisdom prevents us from making the same mistakes'. |
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![]() Sajad Hussein Manji, TanzaniaBSc. (Hons) in Computing, Final Year As an undergraduate student at APIIT & UCTI University, I sought several learning experiences. I am
majoring in BSc (Hons) in Computing and will graduate next month. The experience at APIIT has been like a roller
coaster - there were highs and lows during my time but it was a great journey. APIIT has the best lecturers in various
fields and they have vast experience and knowledge. The best part is that they are always ready to assist you in any
way possible. The facilities at APIIT are also of the highest standard. We have one of the best labs in Malaysia and a library which has a wide range of books some of which you can access online. |
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![]() Zhu Weisong, ChinaBSc(Hons) in Computing, Level 2 Zhu Weisong heard about APIIT when he consulted one of his close friends in Malaysia while he was looking for an institution that offered IT courses. Weisong, who comes from the Xinjiang province of China, was quick to learn about APIIT and its reputation, and decided to join us. He said that the lecturers’ experience in the IT industry was what got him interested. Weisong said that he enjoys studying at APIIT because of the teaching styles and also the facilities that are readily available to the students. He is currently in level 2 of the BSc (Hons) Computing Degree, and completed his Diploma in Computing at our TPM campus as well. Weisong felt that the workload and assignments kept him motivated and made him felt that there were objectives to be met and something to do. Once he completes his Bachelor’s Degree, he is thinking of moving on to pursue a Master’s Degree in the field of Computing before returning to China to start his own business based on the knowledge and skills he has acquired at APIIT. |