BA (Hons) in Visual Effects
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
RM102,200
Course Highlights
- Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
- Top-notch facilities including a dedicated VFX Studio
- Exposure to the industry through collaboration with industrial partners, frequent industry visits, career exposure activities and guidance on building a personal portfolio
- Ranked top 2% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2026
Course Structure
Core Modules
- Cinema Film Analysis
- Illustration for Concept Art
- 3D Pipeline
- Creative Project
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Advance 3D Pipeline
- Digital Compositing
- Digital Illustration
- Motion Graphics
Core Modules
- Character Creation
- Animation Techniques for Games
- Advanced Digital Compositing
- Digital Film Production
- Set Design
- Effects and Simulation
Elective Modules
- CGI Production
- Digital Sculpting
- Visual Culture
- Production Planning and Management
Internship (16 Weeks)
Core Modules
- Team VFX Project: Proposal
- Team VFX Project: Production
- VFX Project: Proposal
- VFX Project: Production
- Research Project Report
- Venture Building
- Exhibition Design
- Intellectual Property Basics
Elective Modules
- Sound Design
- Virtual Production
MQA Compulsory Subjects*
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (Malaysian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (International Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Co-Curriculum
Note:
- (*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
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 (Grade A-D)
- UEC: 5 Grade Bs
- Foundation/Matriculation: A Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.00
Note: Pass an Interview OR submission of Design Portfolio as required.
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 subject to HEP Senate/ Academic Board’s approval.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM102,200
Other miscellaneous fees
RM1,300
Discounts & scholarships
-RM800
Total payable amount
RM102,700
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