About Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is a private university established in 1993 and is amongst Malaysia’s Premier Private Universities.

The university offers a diverse range of courses at pre-university, undergraduate, postgraduate and even at certificate levels, including in the fields of Computer & Technology, Engineering, Business & Management, Accounting & Finance, Actuarial Studies, Psychology, Design & Media.

The university is widely recognised for its credibility in offering top-notch education specifically in the digital technology field to meet both local and global demands. With an international student community of more than 13,000 students from more than 130 countries studying in its Malaysian campus, APU also offers a truly cosmopolitan learning environment which prepares students well for the global challenges which lie ahead.

APU’s Ranking & Reputation

APU is ranked top 2.1% university in the world (#611-620) and holds a QS "5 Stars Plus" rating in the latest QS World University Rankings 2025 — the only Malaysian university to receive this double distinction.

Other notable highlights from the latest QS rankings are:

• Ranked #611-620 in the World
• Ranked #186 in Asia
• Ranked #1 for International Students in Malaysia
• Ranked #16 in the World for International Students
• Ranked Top 200 for International Faculty in the World

It's also worth noting that APU is a Premier Digital Tech University, recognised for its commitment to producing high-quality graduates for digital tech-based jobs via cutting-edge research and education policies, strong industry linkages, and career development and placement services.

Why Study at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Globally Recognised Programmes
5-Star SETARA University, Premier Digital Tech University and programmes accredited by international bodies such as ACCA, Washington Accord and Society of Actuaries

Dual Award Programmes
Partnership with De Montfort University (DMU), UK enables you to receive Dual Awards which will enhance your career prospects

Industry and Employability Driven
APU trains and equip students with industry-ready skills and knowledge where 100% of APU students are employed upon graduation

International Community
APU has over 13,000 students from more than 130 countries, making it a truly diverse environment

Campus Location

APU is located in Technology Park Malaysia (TPM) in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur and can be easily accessed through major highways, LRT and other forms of public transport. In its vicinity are various eateries and the National Sports Stadium.

Courses Offered

APU prides itself on its technologically-driven programmes. Extending across a wide range of disciplines, all of APU’s programmes are structured to prepare students for the future. 

Featured programmes at APU

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

APU Foundation Programme (Computing & Technology)

Intake

Feb, Apr, Jul, Aug, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM26,300

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Scholarships
• Duration

• Direct pathway into dual-award degrees at APU
• Programme emphasises on 4 key areas to ensure student success – leadership & teamwork, problem-solving skills, social skills & responsibilities, and practical skills
• Strong partnerships with key industry players such as Microsoft, IBM, MDEC, Salesforce, CISCO, AWS, KPMG, Oracle, SAS, Hilti, and CompTIA
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

• Bukit Jalil: RM26,300

SPM:

• 10A+: 100% tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A/A-): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A+/A/A-): 40% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A+/A/A-): 10% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 9(A*/A): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A*/A): 35% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A*/A): 10% tuition fee waiver

• Duration: 1 year

Highlights

• Direct pathway into dual-award degrees at APU
• Programme emphasises on 4 key areas to ensure student success – leadership & teamwork, problem-solving skills, social skills & responsibilities, and practical skills
• Strong partnerships with key industry players such as Microsoft, IBM, MDEC, Salesforce, CISCO, AWS, KPMG, Oracle, SAS, Hilti, and CompTIA
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Campus

• Bukit Jalil: RM26,300

Scholarships

SPM:

• 10A+: 100% tuition fee waiver
• 9(A+/A/A-): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A+/A/A-): 40% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A+/A/A-): 30% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A+/A/A-): 10% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 9(A*/A): 50% tuition fee waiver
• 8(A*/A): 35% tuition fee waiver
• 7(A*/A): 20% tuition fee waiver
• 4(A*/A): 10% tuition fee waiver

Duration

• Duration: 1 year

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

Diploma in Information & Communication Technology

Intake

Apr, Jul, Aug, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM48,000

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Malaysia's award-winning Premier Digital Tech University

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Coverage of both academic and vocational aspects of the wide area of Computing and Information and Communications Technology
• Future proof yourself by gaining critical, independent and cooperative learning skills
• Among the first universities in Malaysia awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the MDEC and MOHE
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

• Bukit Jalil: RM48,000

• Duration: 2 years

Highlights

• Coverage of both academic and vocational aspects of the wide area of Computing and Information and Communications Technology
• Future proof yourself by gaining critical, independent and cooperative learning skills
• Among the first universities in Malaysia awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the MDEC and MOHE
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Campus

• Bukit Jalil: RM48,000

Duration

• Duration: 2 years

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

Diploma in Design & Media

Intake

Apr, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM48,000

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Malaysia's award-winning Premier Digital Tech University

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• Campus
• Duration

• Bukit Jalil: RM48,000

• Duration: 2 years

Campus

• Bukit Jalil: RM48,000

Duration

• Duration: 2 years

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

BSc (Hons) in Computer Science

Intake

Mar, Jul, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM98,300

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Malaysia's award-winning Premier Digital Tech University

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
• Strong partnerships with key industry players such as Microsoft, IBM, MDEC, Salesforce, CISCO, AWS, KPMG, Oracle, SAS, Hilti, and CompTIA
• Among the first universities in Malaysia awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the MDEC and MOHE
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

• Bukit Jalil: RM98,300

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
• Strong partnerships with key industry players such as Microsoft, IBM, MDEC, Salesforce, CISCO, AWS, KPMG, Oracle, SAS, Hilti, and CompTIA
• Among the first universities in Malaysia awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the MDEC and MOHE
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Campus

• Bukit Jalil: RM98,300

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Actuarial Studies​

Intake

Mar, Jul, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM92,000

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Malaysia's award-winning Premier Digital Tech University

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Full accreditiation from IFoA with the maximum exemptions of 6 papers in the new IFoA curriculum
• First and only university in Malaysia to have all 6 preliminary exams and 3 VEE topics listed in its SOA UCAP profile
• Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

• Bukit Jalil: RM92,000

• Duration: 3 years

Highlights

• Full accreditiation from IFoA with the maximum exemptions of 6 papers in the new IFoA curriculum
• First and only university in Malaysia to have all 6 preliminary exams and 3 VEE topics listed in its SOA UCAP profile
• Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
• Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Campus

• Bukit Jalil: RM92,000

Duration

• Duration: 3 years

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Scholarships

APU offers up to 100% scholarships for its Malaysian students and up to 30% for its international students. These are the scholarships you can find at APU.

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

APU Merit Awards (Foundation & Diploma)

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver per year

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma

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• Highlights

• For all foundation and diploma programmes
• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• Minimum of 4As in SPM/IGCSE
• Scholarship is awarded on a yearly basis and is renewable each year upon meeting the minimum CGPA requirements, all the way up to degree
• For 100% scholarship, interview is required

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

APU Merit Awards (Degree)

Amount

Up to 50% tuition fee waiver per year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• Minimum of BBB in A Level or CGPA of 3.00 in STPM, or equivalent
• Scholarship is awarded on a yearly basis and is renewable each year upon meeting the minimum CGPA requirements
• No interview/assessment required

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur

East Malaysia Community Rebates

Amount

15% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For those with SPM, STPM and UEC qualifications from Sabah and Sarawak schools
• Scholarship is awarded on a yearly basis and is renewable each year upon meeting a minimum CGPA of 2.50

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