APU Foundation Programme (Architecture & Design)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
1 year
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
Tuition Fees
RM26,400
Course Highlights
- Direct pathway to dual-award design degrees at APU
- Programme emphasises on 4 key areas to ensure your success – leadership and teamwork, problem-solving skills, social skills and responsibilities, and practical skills
- Programme is designed for those who do not have a credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent but are interested to progress to Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics or Intelligent Systems programmes
- Progression flexibility lets you choose a Degree programme of your choice from a primary or alternative pathway
Course Structure
Semester 1 (12 weeks)
- English for Academic Purposes
- Communication Skills
- Personal Development & Study Methods
- Essentials of Web Applications
- Mathematics
Note: This is a common Semester 1 across all pathways
Semester 2 (12 weeks)
- Fundamentals of Drawing
- Life Drawing
- Design Studies
- Public Speaking in English
- Major Project 1
Semester 3 (12 weeks)
- Academic Research Skills
- Introduction to Digital Photography
- Major Project 2
- Co-Curricular
Choose one of the following modules:
- History of Design and Media
- Introduction to Architecture and Built Environment
PRIMARY PATHWAYS (Upon Completion of Foundation)
- Industrial Design, Visual Effects, Animation & Digital Advertising
- Architecture
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS : Students may alternatively choose the following:
- Computing & Technology
- Immersive Technology & Game Development
- Accounting, Finance, Banking & Actuarial Studies
- Business, Management, Hospitality & Tourism
- International Relations
- Media, Communication & Psychology
SPECIALISED MODULES FOR ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
- Fundamentals of Drawing
- Life Drawing
- History of Design and Media
- Design Studies
- Introduction to Digital Photography
- Introduction to Architecture and Built Environment Module
- Major Projects
Entry Requirements
- SPM: 5 Credits in at least 5 subjects with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History)
- O Level/IGCSE: 5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects
- UEC: 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects
- Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
Note:
- Some Degree Programmes may require a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or equivalent.
- Engineering Degree Programmes require a Credit in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry or Technical Science at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or equivalent.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM26,400
Other miscellaneous fees
RM1,300
Discounts & scholarships
-RM800
Total payable amount
RM26,900
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