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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 transforming students into highly competent, employable and future-proof professionals. APU has earned an enviable reputation as an award-winning University through its achievements in winning a host of over 200 prestigious awards at local and international levels.
Why Study in APU
APU was announced as among the Highest Rated Emerging Universities in Malaysia, being rated 5-STAR (EXCELLENT Rating) under the latest SETARA Ratings by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). APU has maintained this Excellent Rating consecutively in the SETARA 2011, 2013, 2017 as well as in the latest ratings announced on 18th Dec 2020. The SETARA ratings system measures the performance of teaching and learning in universities in Malaysia.
APU was awarded the Premier Digital Tech University status by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). APU is recognised for its commitment in offering top-notch digital technology courses and ensuring our highly-skilled graduates continue to flourish and fill future digital job demands locally and globally. Premier Digital Tech University status was awarded by the Minister of Higher Education Malaysia. Premier Digital Tech Universities and Preferred Digital Tech Polytechnics (PDTIs) are Malaysia’s leading digital tech-focused tertiary institutions. The PDTIs have a proven track record in producing high quality graduates for digital tech-based high value jobs, via cutting-edge research and education policies, strong industry linkages, and career development and placement services.
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.
Born out of a collaboration between MDEC, the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia and industry leaders, the PDTIs deliver end-to-end solutions to ensure that future graduates are propelled into becoming dynamic members of an innovation-driven and knowledge-powered Malaysia.
APIIT was announced as one of the Top Private Colleges in Malaysia to attain 6-STAR (OUTSTANDING Rating) under the latest Ratings by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) on 18th Dec 2020. MYQUEST is a quality evaluation system assessed by MOHE to evaluate the quality of programmes offered by Malaysian private colleges.
According to the latest Annual Graduate Tracer Study by Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, 100% of APU graduates were employed by Graduation. This is not just a number, but a significant symbol of our success and pride in nurturing professionals for global careers. To date, over 50,000 alumni have embarked onto their careers worldwide.
APU is ranked among the Top 10 Private Universities in the latest QS Asia University Rankings 2021. APU is Ranked No.1 for International Students, No.1 for Inbound Exchange, and is amongst the Top 50 Universities for International Faculty. APU ranks among the Top 350 Universities in the QS Asia University Rankings 2021.
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.

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.
Worldwide Recognition – Internationally & Locally Recognised Degrees
You work hard to obtain the Degree. We work hard to get you Worldwide Recognition.
The Asia Pacific University has and always will, continue to develop and deliver its academic programmes through unique and well-established international partnerships and Qualifications gained from APU truly meet international quality standards.
Our degrees are widely recognized by international professional bodies as listed below:
- APU Engineering Degrees accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia, which is a member of the international Washington Accord
- APU Actuarial Studies Degrees obtained worldwide recognition from SOA, US and maximum exemptions from IFOA, UK
- APU Accounting & Finance Degrees widely recognized by professional Accounting bodies such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW
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
APU’s iconic campus is strategically located at Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. TPM is the ideal location for this new and contemporary Campus due to its strong positioning as Malaysia's primary hub for leading-edge and high-tech developments in a wide variety of areas such as Information and Communication Technology, Biotechnology, Microelectronics, Engineering and Broadcasting. TPM is also located in one of the most rapidly developing areas in Kuala Lumpur, and is well served and accessible through major highways, LRT and other forms of public transportation.























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.
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. |