Bachelor of Computer Engineering (Hons)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

4 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Mar, Jul, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM118,800

Course Highlights

  • Fully accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) which is a signatory to the Washington Accord
  • Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
  • A study in the area of computer engineering which covers networking, database management, security systems, cloud infrastructure and data analytics
  • Ranked top 2% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2026

Course Structure

Common Modules:

  • Analysis of Circuits
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
  • Instrumentation & Measurement
  • Engineering Mathematics 1
  • Engineering Mathematics 2
  • Introduction to C Programming
  • Programming with Python
  • Engineering Materials

Specialised Modules:

  • Introduction to Networking

Common Modules:

  • Analogue Electronics
  • Digital Electronics
  • Introduction to Electrical Systems
  • Engineering Mathematics 3
  • Electromagnetic Field Theory
  • Engineering Software & Applications
  • Signals and Linear Systems
  • Innovation Process

Specialised Modules:

  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Object Oriented Development with Java
  • Fundamentals of Integrated Circuits Design

Common Modules:

  • Control Engineering
  • Communication Engineering Principles
  • Engineering Mathematics 4
  • Microprocessor Systems and Embedded Software
  • Digital Signal Processing
  • Engineering Project Management
  • Venture Building

Specialised Modules:

  • Modern Communication Systems
  • VLSI Design
  • Analogue Integrated Circuits & Systems

Minor/ Extension Pathway: Choose 1 module (In the 2nd Semester of Year 3)

Internship (16 weeks)

Common Modules:

  • Project Phase 1 (Investigation)
  • Project Phase 2 (Implementation)
  • Group Design Project 1
  • Group Design Project 2
  • Engineer in Society

Specialised Modules:

  • Computer Systems Security
  • User Experience

Minor/Extension Pathway: Choose 1 module as a continuation from the module selected in Year 3 Semester 2

MQA Compulsory Subjects*

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
  • Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
  • Workplace Professional Skills
  • Integrity and Anti-corruption
  • Co-Curriculum

(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)

Computer Engineering Minor/Extension Pathways

Minor Pathway – Gain breadth of knowledge by taking 3 set modules outside of a particular major field of study. There are minor packages available undertaken from Year 3 Semester 2 Year 4 Semester 1 and Year 4 Semester 2.

  • Digital Age Psychology
    • Industrial & Organizational Psychology (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Cyberpsychology (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Human Factors Psychology (Y4 Sem 2)

Extension Pathway – Expand depth of knowledge by taking three (3) set modules in a specific area within a certain field of study. There are extensions available undertaken from Year 3 Semester 2, Year 4 Semester 1 and Year 4 Semester 2

  • Cloud Computing
    • Designing and Developing Applications on Cloud (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Cloud Infrastructure and Services (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Emergent Technology (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Internet of Things
    • Knowledge Discovery and Big Data Analytics (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Internet of Things: Concepts and Applications (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Emergent Technology (Y4 Sem 2)
  • FinTech
    • FinTech Governance, Risk Management & Compliance (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Digital Finance (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Robo Advisor (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Digital Transformation
    • Digital Execution (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Digital Strategy & Analytics (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Emergent Technology (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Data Analytics
    • Knowledge Discovery and Big Data Analytics (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Behavioral Science and Marketing Analytics (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Optimization & Deep Learning (Y4 Sem 2)
  • Artificial Intelligence
    • Machine Vision Intelligence (MVI) (Y3 Sem 2)
    • Text Analysis & Sentiment Analysis (Y4 Sem 1)
    • Emergent Technology (Y4 Sem 2)

Entry Requirements

Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree:

  • STPM: 2 Passes with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry), and a Credit in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry) at SPM Level or its equivalent
  • A Level: 2 Passes (Grade A-D) including Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry)
  • UEC: 5 Grade Bs including Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry)
  • Matriculation/Foundation: Passed the relevant Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.0) with a Credit in Mathematics and Physics (or Chemistry) at SPM/O Level/IGCSE or equivalent

Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree:

  • Diploma and equivalent:
    • Successful completion of the APU/APIIT Engineering Diploma and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer, subject to the approval of the APU Academic Board OR
    • Successful completion of a Diploma in Engineering with other recognised Institutions and fulfilment of requirements for Credit Transfer, subject to the approval of the APU Academic Board
  • Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above

International Students

  • IELTS: 5.0
  • TOEFL IBT: 40
  • Pearson (PTE): 47
  • MUET: Band 3.5

Estimated Fees

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Tuition fees

RM118,800

Other miscellaneous fees

RM1,800

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RM119,800

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