Institution Profile

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 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
• Accounting, Banking, Finance & Actuarial
• Media, International Relations & Psychology
• Design, Advertising & Animation

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 Computing & Technology, Engineering, Business & Management, Accounting & Finance, Actuarial Studies, Psychology, Design & Media. 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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Latest Achievement News

• APU Winning Student Project addresses UN Sustainability Goals

  November 8, 2021

  APU Software Engineering Students invention won 1st Prize at Xylem REACH Student Hackathon 2021

• APU emerges as the First and Only QS 5 Stars Plus University in Malaysia

  November 8, 2021

  Among only 18 universities around the world to achieve this prestigious rating

• Innovative Social Impact Project Champions James Dyson Award 2021

  August 27, 2021

  APU design talents create desalination pod for the sea nomads’ clean drinking water hailed

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Student Testimonials

Adri Ahmad bin Adlan BSc (Hons) in Computer Games Development (2014) Country of Origin: Malaysia Quality Assurance Artist, Lemon Sky I joined APU to become a video game developer but other than that, I made many friends and was also actively involved in various clubs and societies which in return, I’ve earned valuable life-long knowledge and experiences.

Darshini Nadarajan BA (Hons) in International Business Management (2011) Country of Origin: Malaysia Life Planning Advisor & Family Takaful Advisor, Great Eastern APU is a place that encourages students to develop holistically. Join different clubs/societies, organizing workshops and seminars. Remember, hiring managers are looking for skills and experiences, not just your academic results.

Lok Chi Cheng BA (Hons) Product Design (2015) Country of Origin: Malaysia Project Coordinator, Conceptual Art Design (M) Sdn. Bhd. I’ve learned a lot of practical skills from classes; as an individual, I was trained to become a better and all-rounded person. Many opportunities are given to us to gain more industrial experiences. All of these had motivated me which lead me to my dream job today.

Nur Fazilah Ahmad Jaffar Bachelor in Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Honours (2018) Country of Origin: Malaysia Service Project Engineer, Honeywell Oil & Gas, Malaysia APU has helped me open to becoming innovative, and has trained me to develop essential skills needed to secure my dream job during my internship and after graduation. ?The challenges that I went had transformed me into an independent and responsible person that I am today. I am proud to say that I am APU Graduate and I am now working in automation in the oil & gas industry.

Ong Khai Liang BSc (Hons) in Actuarial Studies (2021) Country of Origin: Malaysia Product Development and Pricing Support Executive, at Sun Life Malaysia Assurance Berhad The actuarial community at APU is so supportive which motivated me to sit for professional exams, which are extremely important in an actuarial journey. The environment and people I met are amazing which keeps me excited for what's coming next!

Teo Wai Lun BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with specialism in Forensic Accounting (2016) Country of Origin: Malaysia Account Executive, Teo & Yee Trading The ultimate three words - Unique Culture, One-of-a-Kind, and Competitive, can be used to describe APU. We are trained to be efficient, effective, and critical at the same time so that we can cope with risks and uncertainties that we will face in real working life.

Bibi Jehaan Naailah Ghaseeta B.Sc (Hons) in Information Technology specialism in Forensic Computing (2016) Country of Origin: Mauritius Agile Coach, SWIFT Malaysia I was able to secure my dream job right after graduation. The excellent study resources and facilities provided allowed us to think outside-the-box, besides, I was also a proud Student Ambassador collaborating with people from all over the world. It was a knowledge-and-exposure enriching experience.

Hassan Munir Certificate in Graphic Design (2002) Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates Chief Creative Officer at Comic Con, United Arab Emirates APIIT has enriched in my professionalism as well as problem-solving and critical thinking abilities which contribute highly in my career. Today, I’m the Chief Creative Officer at Comic Con and a proud APIIT Alumni!

Khawaja Syed Salman Mahmood BA (Hons) in International Business Management (2011) Country of Origin: Pakistan Supply and Distribution (Wholesale) Manager, Westside Petroleum Group, Australia The culture at APU fosters ideas sharing, critical discussions, and collaboration among students and faculty across a wide range of interests. It’s rare to find cultural and academic diversity in any institution in which students from different parts of the world gather under one roof.

Noung Samboth Bachelor (Hons) in Banking and Finance (2015) Country of Origin: Cambodia Regional Business Analyst, Forte Insurance (Cambodia) APU has shown me the beauty of different cultures and equipped me with both approaches, individual and teamwork, which I found myself I am flexible enough in my career path.

Raimkulov Amirkhan BA (Hons) in Media Marketing (2019) Country of Origin: Kazakhstan Sales Assistant, RTS Decaux JSC, Kazakhstan APU programme gave me a solid knowledge base in all areas of marketing, especially the ability to put theory into practice. I had no problems finding a job in my home country, APU certificate is very much appreciated by the employer in Kazakhstan.

Shrouq Al-Kharasani Banking & Finance with specialism in Investments and Risk Management (2018) Country of Origin: Saudi Arabia Financial Analyst at Tata Consultancy Services, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia I would say that the diverse cultures that I have met in APU has taught me a lot about different places in the world and helped widen my perspective.

Tshering Deki Dorji BSc (Hons) in Acturial Studies (2016) Country of Origin: Bhutan Strategy Officer, Bhutan National Bank Limited APU is the completed package to what a university should be. From passionate lecturers, who are genuinely interested in making the students succeed, to the campus with all the facilities required for fruitful university life, APU has played a critical role in shaping the person I am today.

Yoshiteru Seiki MBA (Euro Asia) (2018) Country of Origin: Japan Coming from a nation that doesn’t speak English, I was first intimidated but gradually embraced the culture of Malaysia and APU. The people and lecturers were very helpful in completing my MBA and I truly enjoyed my experience in this multicultural environment.

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