Diploma in Information & Communication Technology (Interactive Technology)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

2 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

May, Jul, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM50,800

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Course Highlights

Preparing students for creative and technical roles in digital environments such as interactive media, game design, VR/AR and web technologies
Direct pathway into undergraduate programmes — complete the diploma and progress into relevant degree courses at APU (credit transfer opportunities available)
Taught by experienced lecturers with industry-aligned teaching to prepare you for real-world ICT careers
Ranked top 2% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2026

Course Structure

Overview

Semester 1

Information Systems
Internet Applications
Computer Architecture
Mathematics and Statistics for Computing

Semester 2

System Analysis and Design
Programming with Python
Operating Systems

Semester 3

Networking Technologies
Object Oriented Programming
Database Management

Semester 4

Responsive Web Design & Development
Algebra and Discrete Mathematics
Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Interactive Media and Immersive Technology Track: Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse
Games Development - Game Art Track: Fundamentals of Game Art

Semester 5

Cloud Computing Principles
Cyber Security and Forensics
Interactive Media and Immersive Technology Track: Fundamentals of Game Development
Games Development - Game Technology Track: Fundamentals of Game Development

Semester 6

Capstone Project
Fundamentals of Game Design with UIUX
Advanced Networking

Internship (12 Weeks)

Note: all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-Curricular Activities.

Entry Requirements

SPM: 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics (#), with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);
IGCSE/O-LEVELS: 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/O-LEVELS including Mathematics (#);
UEC: 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics (#);
CERTIFICATE: Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent;
A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

Note: (#)Candidates with only a Pass in Maths in SPM/IGCSE/O-Levels or equivalent will be required to complete and pass “Mathematics and Statistics for Computing” in their Semester 1 of Diploma.

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