BA (Hons) in Animation
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Mar, Jul, Sep, Nov
Tuition Fees
RM98,300
Course Highlights
- Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
- Recognised as the first Toon Boom Centre of Excellence (COE) in Malaysia, giving APU students various privileges such as Free Desktop Subscription of the award-winning software and granted full assess to Toon Boom Learning Resources
- Among the first universities in Malaysia awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the MDEC and MOHE
- Ranked top 2.2% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2024
Course Structure
Common Modules:
- Illustration for Concept Art
- 3D Pipeline
- Creative Project
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Digital Illustration
Specialised Modules:
- Animation Principles
- Digital 2D Animation
- Digital 3D Animation
- Motion Graphics
Common Modules:
- From Script to Screen
- Digital Film Production
- Effects & Simulation
- Rigging for Animation
- Visual Culture
- Innovation Process
Specialised Modules:
- Film Shorts & Stings: Proposal
- Film Shorts & Stings: Production
- Character Creation
- Facial Animation & Lip-synching
- Character Animation
Internship (16 weeks)
Common Modules:
- Sound Design
- Animation Techniques for Games
- Research Project Report
- Design Futures
- Exhibition Design
- Venture Creation
Specialised Modules:
- Animation Project: Proposal
- Animation Project: Production
- Team Animation Project: Proposal
- Team Animation Project: Production
Entry Requirements
Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree:
- STPM: A Pass with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects
- A Level: 2 Passes
- UEC: 5 Grade Bs
- Foundation/Matriculation: A Pass with minimum CGPA of 2.00
Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree:
- Diploma and equivalent:
- A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent
- A pass in DKM/DLKM/DVM with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate/Academic Board's approval.
Portfolio: Pass an Interview OR submission of Design Portfolio as required
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM800
Tuition fees
RM98,300
Other miscellaneous fees
RM500
Discounts & scholarships
-RM800
Total payable amount
RM98,800
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