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Introduction

With 100% employability and a 5-star rating, this award-winning university, the Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU), stands as one of the most iconic universities in Malaysia. It is devoted to nourishing students’ potential with high-quality, affordable, innovative, and internationally benchmarked education and research in a professional, ethical, and student-centered manner. According to QS World University Rankings 2026, it is placed 597th in the world, top 2% of universities worldwide. By gaining over 400 respected awards at local and international levels, it showcases its noticeable performance and global recognition. The university is renowned for presenting top-grade digital technology courses and preparing highly qualified graduates who are ready to meet job demands locally and globally.

Achievements

  • 100% employability among its graduates
  • Graduates earned a prestigious 6-star rating
  • Highest-rated emerging university in Malaysia
  • Students from over 130 nationalities

Awards & International Recognitions

  • Prime Minister’s Award
  • Institute of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) Award
  • Cybersecurity Excellence Awards
  • Asia Fintech Awards
  • PC.COM Award (Best Tech University-2023, 2024)
  • Malaysia Education and TVET Award
  • Malaysia Cyber Security Awards
  • Private Education Excellence Awards
  • Employers’ Choice of University
  • Global Quality Accreditation from QAA UK
  • Premier Digital Tech University

Explore the Study Areas

Undergraduate Programs

Program NameDurationTuition FeesEnglish RequirementsIntake
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Information System Security3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

September

November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Cloud Engineering3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

September

November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Internet of Things (IoT)3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Digital Transformation3 yearsRM104,600IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

September

November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Financial Technology3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Business Information Systems3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology with a specialism in Sustainable Computing3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science with specialism in Data Analytics3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science with specialism in Digital Forensics3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science (Cyber Security)3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Software Engineering3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

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November

Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence)3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40

September

November

Bachelor in Interactive Media and Immersive Technology (Hons)3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46

PTE 51

September

November

Bachelor in Interactive Media and Immersive Technology (Hons) with a specialism in VR/AR3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

September

November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Games Development3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

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November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Visual Effects3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

September

November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Media and Communication Studies3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

September

November

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Hons)3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

September

November

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Hons) with a specialism in Forensic Accounting3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

September

November

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Hons) with a specialism in Forex and Investments3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

September

November

Bachelor of Accounting and Finance (Hons) with a specialism in Accounting Technology3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

September

November

Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons)3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL IBT 60,

PTE 59

September

November

Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) with a specialism in Investment Analytics3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL IBT 60,

PTE 59

September

November

Bachelor in Banking and Finance (Hons) with a specialism in Financial Technology3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL IBT 60,

PTE 59

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Actuarial Studies3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL IBT 60,

PTE 59

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Actuarial Studies with a specialism in Data Analytics3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL IBT 60,

PTE 59

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Actuarial Studies with a specialism in Financial Technology3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL IBT 60,

PTE 59

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

September

November

Bachelor of Financial Technology (Hons)3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 6.0, TOEFL IBT 60,

PTE 59

September

November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

September

November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management with a specialism in E-Business3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

September

November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management with a specialism in Digital Leadership3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

September

November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management with a specialism in Business Analytics3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

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November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Human Resource Management3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Business Management3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

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November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Marketing Management3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

September

November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Marketing Management with a specialism in Digital Marketing3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

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November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Digital Advertising3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Relations3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Tourism Management3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

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November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Hospitality and Tourism with specialism in Hospitality3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Hospitality and Tourism with a specialism in Hospitality Innovation3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0

MUET 3.5

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Hospitality and Tourism with a specialism in Events Management3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0

MUET 3.5

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Hospitality and Tourism with a specialism in Aviation Management3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.0

MUET 3.5

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November

Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology3 yearsRM104,600 total

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51

MUET 4

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November

Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Honours4 yearsRM133,200

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47,

MUET 3.5

September

November

Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering with Honours4 yearsRM133,200

IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47,

MUET 3.5

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November

 

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours4    yearsRM133,200IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47,

MUET 3.5

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Bachelor of Computer Engineering with Honours4 yearsRM133,200IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47,

MUET 3.5

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Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering with Hons4 yearsRM133,200IELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47,

MUET 3.5

September

November

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Industrial Design3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.0, TOEFL IBT 40,

PTE 47,

MUET 3.5

September

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Animation3 yearsRM104,600 totalIELTS 5.5, TOEFL IBT 46,

PTE 51,

MUET 4.0

September

November

Master’s Programs

Program NameDurationTuition FeesAcademic RequirementsEnglish Requirements
MSc in Software Engineering1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in Computing or related fields with a CGPA of 2.50, a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted for internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment, and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence1+ yearRM40,800 totalBachelor’s in Computing or related fields with a CGPA of 2.50, a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted for internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment, and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5
Master of Science in Cyber Security1+ yearRM40,800 totalBachelor’s in Computing or related fields with a CGPA of 2.50, a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted for internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment, and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5
MSc in Data Science and Business Analytics1+ yearRM44,800 totalBachelor’s in Computing or related fields with a CGPA of 2.50, a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted for internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment, and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5
MSc in Information Technology Management1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in Computing or related fields with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5
Master of Technology Management1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5
Master of Science in Digital Transformation1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in Computing or related fields with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5
Master of Business Administration1+ yearRM38,800

total

A Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Digital Leadership1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Business Analytics1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Supply Chain Management1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Hospitality and Tourism1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Artificial Intelligence (MBAi)1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite CourseIELTS 6.0
Master of Business Administration with a specialism in Oil and Gas Management1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Science in International Business Communications1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Science in Digital Marketing1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant workIELTS 6.0
Master of Project Management1+ yearRM38,800 totalA Bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.50; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted via internal assessment. In non-related fields, a CGPA of 2.00 with relevant work, subject to internal assessment and without relevant work experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 6.0
Master of Accounting1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; with a CGPA of at least 2.50 can be subject to internal assessment; below 2.50 with a minimum of 5 years of experience in relevant fields is acceptable. Bachelor’s in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 along with 5 years of experience in relevant fields, subject to internal assessment and passing pre-requisite courses. Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s can be accepted.IELTS 5.5
Master of Accounting1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; with a CGPA of at least 2.50 can be subject to internal assessment; below 2.50 with a minimum of 5 years of experience in relevant fields is acceptable. Bachelor’s in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 along with 5 years of experience in relevant fields, subject to internal assessment and passing pre-requisite courses. Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s can be accepted.IELTS 5.5
Master of Accounting in Forensic Analysis1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; with a CGPA of at least 2.50 can be subject to internal assessment; below 2.50 with a minimum of 5 years of experience in relevant fields is acceptable. Bachelor’s in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 along with 5 years of experience in relevant fields, subject to internal assessment and passing pre-requisite courses. Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s can be acceptedIELTS 5.5
Master of Finance1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted with 5 years of experience in the relevant fields.IELTS 6.5
Master of Finance with a specialism in FinTech1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted with 5 years of experience in the relevant fields.IELTS 6.5
Master of Science in Actuarial Science1+ yearRM38,800 totalBachelor’s in Actuarial, Mathematics, Statistics, or Computing with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; 2.50 can be accepted for internal assessment; a CGPA below 2.50 may be considered with 5 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s in Finance or Economics with a CGPA of 2.75 or a CGPA of 2.50 with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, both subject to passing pre-requisite courses. A Bachelor’s in non-related fields with a CGPA of 2.75 and 5 years of relevant experience is acceptable, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.0
Master of Arts in Design Innovation Management1+ yearRM38,800 total2.50 CGPA in a related field, or less than 2.50, may be accepted with 5 years of experience in relevant fields. Any other bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 is acceptable, subject to passing the interview and the pre-requisite courses.IELTS 6.0
Master of Arts in Design Innovation Management1+ yearRM38,800 total2.50 CGPA in a related field, or less than 2.50, may be accepted with 5 years of experience in relevant fields. Any other bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 is acceptable, subject to passing the interview and the pre-requisite courses.IELTS 6.0
Master of Philosophy in Engineering2 yearsRM29,800 totalBachelor’s in Engineering or related fields with a CGPA of 2.75 at least; 2.50 can be accepted for internal assessment; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with 5 years of experience in the relevant fields, subject to internal assessmentIELTS 5.0
Master of Philosophy in Management2 yearsRM29,800 totalBachelor’s in related fields with a CGPA of 2.75 at least; 2.50 can be accepted for internal assessment; a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with 5 years of experience in the relevant fields, subject to internal assessment. Bachelor’s in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 without relevant experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.IELTS 6.0
Master of Science in Computing2 yearsRM29,800 totalBachelor’s in Computing or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; 2.00 can be accepted for internal assessment. A Bachelor’s in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and relevant experience is acceptable for internal assessment; 2.50 without relevant experience, subject to passing pre-requisite coursesIELTS 5.5

Doctor of Philosophy(PhD) Programs

Program NameDurationTuition FeesAcademic RequirementsEnglish Requirements
PhD in Computing3 yearsRM46,800Master’s in a related field, and other qualifications equivalent to a Master’sIELTS 6.0
PhD in Technology3 yearsRM46,800 totalMaster’s in a related field, and other qualifications equivalent to a Master’sIELTS 6.0
PhD in Management3 yearsRM46,800 totalMaster’s in a related field, and other qualifications equivalent to a Master’sIELTS 6.0
PhD in Finance3 yearsRM46,800 totalMaster’s in a related field, and other qualifications equivalent to a Master’sIELTS 6.5
PhD in Engineering3 yearsRM46,800 totalMaster’s in a related field, and other qualifications equivalent to a Master’sIELTS 5.0
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)3 yearsRM54,800 totalMaster’s in related fields, or its equivalent qualification.

Master’s degree in non-related fields and with relevant working experience, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.

Master’s degree in non-related fields and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.

IELTS 6.0

Strong Industry Linkages and Experimental Learning

With industry-academia collaboration, Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation Malaysia ensures quality education and an excellent learning experience by embedding an industry-relevant curriculum, frequently visiting industries, and arranging career-oriented activities. This collaboration enhances professional practices and gives opportunities to solve real-world problems. It has various industrial partners, namely-

  1. Joget
  2. Dynamic Link Solutions (DLS)
  3. Red Hat
  4. Tecforte
  5. Cisco
  6. Salesforce
  7. Materialise
  8. KPMG
  9. HILTI
  10.  Microsoft
  11.  IBM
  12.  Home Deal
  13.  SAP
  14.  Toon Boom
  15.  NetsEco
  16.  REACH 360
  17.  OpenMinds
  18.  EFXCO
  19.  Motorola Solutions
  20.  Beckhoff
  21.  Control Ez
  22.  DAIKIN
  23.  DF Automation and Robotics
  24.  Drawbridge
  25.  ABB
  26.  Humach
  27.  Kawan Food
  28.  Materialise
  29.  MIMOS
  30.  Vecnology

International Students at APU Malaysia

As students come from more than 130 countries, including Asia, Central Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Oceania, this represents opportunities to experience a truly multiethnic setting. As per QS World University Rankings 2026, it is ranked No. 16 for international students around the world, demonstrating its vigorous global appeal. International Students Support Centre at the university is concerned with ensuring your journey is smooth, streamlining your pass application process, and proposing a warm welcome upon arrival in Kuala Lumpur.

Accomodation

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation offers both APU On-Campus Residence and APU Off-Campus Residence or Satellite Campus Residence within Technology Park Malaysia (TPM), which are thoughtfully customised in various styles, sizes, and budgets to cater to various student preferences. These accommodation options are designed considering students’ departure from home, providing a secure and welcoming environment to create sustainable memories for a lifetime. In addition to physical comfort, the accommodations strengthen community building and intellectual growth, contributing to an inclusive student experience. APU On-Campus Residence is built within the campus, a short walk away from learning amenities. Meanwhile,  Off-Campus Residence stands alongside the campus, and free shuttle bus services are available for daily commuting. To support students’ health and well-being, the Oceana Clinic is located within the APU campus and is devoted to delivering the best experience.

Final Thoughts

APU Malaysia can be the best option for you with its reasonable tuition fees, varied student communities, and a culturally close environment. In here, students can experience a phenomenal academic environment and be equipped as professionals for global careers. Through partnerships with leading global and local technology companies, its coursework remains contemporary and empirical, which enhances employability. Career Centre at the university offers professional services, such as job matching, resume/interview workshops, Mega Career Fairs, employer networking, and internship placements. Its multicultural setting sharpens cross-cultural teamwork and communication capacities, which are vital to work in a new and different environment. Therefore, studying at the Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation means you are heading towards a successful professional life.

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