

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)
Kuala Lumpur, WP Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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60 | Undergraduate programs | |
32 | Postgraduate programs |
Overview
Institution type | Private |
Year established | 1993 |
Campus setting | Urban |
Student population | Large (More than 10,000) |
foreign students | 58% |
Nationalities | 78 |
About Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is the ONLY top private Malaysian university to achieve double distinction. Its well-known recognition is the QS "5 Stars Plus" Rating and is ranked in the QS World University Ranking 2024 as APU is ranked in the Top 2.2% in the world.
Facts about APU's achievement in the latest QS World University rankings:
- Ranked #621-630 in the QS World University Ranking 2024.
- Ranked No.179 in Asia.
- Ranked No.1 for International Students in Malaysia.
- Ranked No.16 for International Students in the world.
- Ranked among the top 13 universities in Malaysia.
- Ranked among the top 6 private universities in Malaysia.
On November 1st, 2021, the QS Apple Conference announced the latest QS Stars Rating awards. APU made history by becoming the first Malaysian university to receive an overall rating of Five Stars Plus. This highly esteemed award is only bestowed upon institutions that achieve five-star ratings across all categories and reach the highest benchmark score set by QS STARS. APU has joined the exclusive group of 20 universities worldwide that have accomplished this remarkable achievement.
Aside from that, APU has received recognition as one of Malaysia's Highest-rated Emerging Universities. The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) has awarded APU a 5-star rating under the latest SETARA Ratings. Additionally, the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has designated APU as a Premier Digital Tech University. This prestigious recognition demonstrates APU's commitment to providing top-notch digital technology courses and ensuring that the graduates possess the high-level skills needed to meet the demands of future digital jobs locally and globally.
The Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia's Annual Graduate Tracer Study also reveals that all APU graduates secured employment upon graduation, which is a remarkable achievement. This achievement is a testament to our commitment to developing skilled professionals for global careers. Our alumni, numbering over 80,000, have established successful careers worldwide.
Moreover, APU is ranked in Asia and Malaysia for providing a multicultural learning experience. With a student body of over 13,000 individuals from 130 countries, APU's Malaysian campus fosters a diverse and cosmopolitan environment that equips students to tackle global challenges. Furthermore, all of APU's academic programs are authorized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
Admissions
IELTS | 5.5+ |
TOEFL | 6.0+ |
For admission requirements and intakes for each individual course/programme please refer to course details.
Courses available 94
Tuition and application fees
B$ 4,854 - B$ 38,833 per year
Estimated tuition fees as reported by the institution.
Application fee (local students) | B$ 48 |
Application fee (foreign students) | B$ 226 |
Student visa fee (foreign students) | B$ 776 |
Living cost
B$ 485 per month
Average living cost in Malaysia
The amount is indicated taking into account the average cost of food, accommodation, etc in Malaysia for 2023
Food | B$ 323 |
Accommodation | B$ 323 |
Others | B$ 97 |
Accommodation
At Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), students have many housing options, such as On-Campus, Off-Campus, and next to the APU Campus.
For instance, they can stay at APU On-Campus Residence and inquire about accommodation assistance from the Institute's Student Services department. The APU On-Campus Residence is located within APU's Campus in Technology Park Malaysia. It is equipped with 24/7 security and access card control.
Moreover, students in the APU On-Campus Residence will have access to campus facilities such as SweatZone, swimming pool, and Residence Lounge.
Here is the breakdown of 4 room types available at APU On-Campus Residence:
1. En-suite with Common Kitchen
Features:
- A Common Kitchen on each floor has a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.
- All rooms have attached bathrooms equipped with water heaters, bathroom mirrors with shelves, and towel racks.
- Self-service laundry facilities are available on a 'Pay as you use' basis.
Types of rooms:
- En-Suite Single (Super Premium)
- En-Suite Twin (Super Premium)
- En-Suite Single (Premium)
- En-Suite Twin (Premium)
- En-Suite Single (Deluxe)
2. Two Rooms Unit With Kitchen
Features:
- A Common Kitchen is available in the two rooms with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.
- All rooms have attached bathrooms, water heaters, shelves, and a towel rack.
- The common shared area is cleaned twice a week.
- Self-service laundry facilities are available.
Types of rooms:
- En-Suite Single (Super Premium)
- En-Suite Single (Premium)
3. Dual Key - Premium With Pantry & Sharing Amenities
- These units are furnished with premium finish with a common shared pantry. Each unit has 2 Rooms with a common area with access to a separate toilet, shower, and sink with a Mirror to be shared by 4 students with Twin Rooms. The unit has a common pantry equipped with a bar table, a microwave oven, an electric kettle, a refrigerator, shelves, and an ironing board. The shower area is equipped with water heater and towel racks.
- These units come with a high-quality finish and a shared pantry. Each unit has two rooms and a common area with access to a separate toilet, shower, and sink with a mirror. Four students can share the bathroom, which is Twin Rooms. Also, the unit has a common pantry. It has a bar table, microwave oven, electric kettle, refrigerator, shelves, and ironing board.
- A Common Kitchen is also available on each floor, with a stove, microwave oven, and refrigerator.
- Self Service Laundry Facilities are available.
Types of rooms:
- Dual Key Premium Rooms
4. Apartment With Kitchen - 5 Rooms In An Apartment
- A Common Kitchen is available in the two rooms with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.
- All rooms have attached bathrooms, water heaters, shelves, and a towel rack.
- The common shared area is cleaned twice a week.
- Self-service laundry facilities are available.
Types of rooms:
- En-suite single (Premium Room in Apartment)
- En-Suite Single (Deluxe Room in Apartment)
- En-suite twin (Deluxe Room in Apartment)
Room types range between RM790- RM1,560 per month. Other than that, the students must also pay RM400 for a one-off charge.
Important note:
- Accommodation and room type are subject to availability.
- All fees are payable in Ringgit Malaysia (RM).
On the other hand, students who prefer to live off-campus also have housing options.
Here is the breakdown of APU Off-Campus Residence:
1. Super Premium Apartments with Cooking Facilities at M Vertica
Features:
- Has 3 or 4-bedroom apartments with full cooking facilities and a full-size living hall.
- It has amenities such as a Security Card Access System, Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Futsal, Badminton, and Tennis Court.
- Each apartment has a sofa set, kitchen cabinets, dining table sets, refrigerator, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and others.
- Self-service laundry is available.
- Covered walkway to public transportation Maluri MRT-LRT.
- Close to Velocity Mall, MyTown, and Ikea.
- The distance from APU is 11km, and has a scheduled shuttle bus.
Types of rooms:
- Master Super Premium Single with attached bath/toilet.
- Medium Super Premium Single (Front View).
- Medium Super Premium Single.
- Small Super Premium Single.
2. Premium Apartment With Cooking Facilities at Fortune Park
Features:
- Has 3 or 4-bedroom apartments with full cooking facilities and a full-size living hall.
- It has amenities like a Security Card Access System, Swimming Pool, and Gymnasium.
- Each apartment has a sofa set, kitchen cabinets, dining table sets, refrigerator, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and others.
- Close to Pavilion Bukit Jalil Shopping Mall (6.5km).
- Close to Mines Shopping Mall & Mines Resort City (2.5km).
- Distance from APU is 4km and has a scheduled shuttle bus.
Types of rooms:
- Master Premium with attached bath - Twin Sharing
- Master Premium with attached bath - Single
- Medium Premium Twin - Twin Sharing
- Medium Premium Twin - Single
- Medium Premium Single
- Compact Premium Single
Room types range between RM730- RM1,580 per month. The students must also pay RM350 (M Vertica) and RM280 (Fortune Park) for a one-off charge.
Important note:
- Accommodation and room type are subject to availability.
- Free bus shuttle service between APU and LRT station/ Fortune Park/ M Vertica is ONLY for them staying at APU-managed accommodation. Students must show their residence pass to the bus driver to board the bus.
- All fees are payable in Ringgit Malaysia (RM).
Lastly, the students can choose Satellite Campus Residence due to its short distance and next to APU Campus.
Satellite Campus Residence at Technology Park Malaysia (TPM)
Features:
- Next to APU Campus.
- The Satellite Campus Residence has triple sharing and single occupancy options.
- Some rooms have air conditioning.
- Each floor has shared common bathrooms.
- A Common Kitchen is available on each floor and equipped with a stove, microwave, and refrigerator.
- A shared Study Area with Wi-Fi in the Study Lounge.
- Self-service laundry facilities are available.
Types of room:
- Standard Room - Triple Sharing.
- Standard Room Air Conditioning - Triple Sharing.
- Deluxe Room Air Conditioning with shared attached bath/toilet - Triple Sharing.
- Deluxe Room Air Conditioning with shared attached bath/ toilet - Single Occupant.
Room types range between RM390- RM740 per month. The students must also pay RM280 for a one-off charge.
Important note:
- Accommodation and room type are subject to availability.
- All fees are payable in Ringgit Malaysia (RM).
Campus
At Technology Park Malaysia, students can earn practical technology degrees in various technical subjects. The campus is a comprehensive research and development center catering to knowledge-based industries. It allows students and staff to connect with top technology and engineering professionals, technopreneurs, and entrepreneurs worldwide. APU's campus, Technology Park Malaysia, boasts a modern design with glass and aluminum structures, which house various facilities.
- Auditoriums and Classrooms
- Cafeteria
- Convenience Shop
- Engineering Labs
- IT Labs
- Computer Games Development Studio
- Green Screen Studio
- Design & Drawing Studio
- Library
- Transportation- Campus Connect Shuttle Services
- Surau
- Sports and Recreational Facilities
- On-Campus Accommodations
- APU XR (META) Studio
- Cyber Security Talent Zone
- Financial Trading Centre
- Animation and VFX Studios
- School of Postgraduate Studies
- Psychology Centre
- Health Support Services
- Advertising Studio
- Industrial Design Workshop
- Erasmus+ Friends Teahouse
APU's campus, Technology Park Malaysia, is strategically located in Malaysia's leading advanced development hub. The modern campus sets a new standard for design excellence among Malaysian universities.
It combines an eco-friendly environment with a blend of technology and innovation, making it an ideal place for professional learning. The campus is easily accessible through major highways, LRT, and other forms of public transportation.
It is located next to Bukit Jalil Stadium. It can be accessed by public transport (bus and LRT/Metro) and taxi. Students and visitors can visit the campus via public transport, drive, or walk. For those living nearby, the campus is a 10-15 minute walk away or can be reached via APU's shuttle bus. Students can take APU's shuttle from Bukit Jalil LRT Station (Sri Petaling-Ampang Line). Or, they can drive using the highways within the Klang Valley, which includes the Middle Ring Road II (MRR), Damansara Puchong Highway (LDP), Kesas Highway, Maju Expressway (MEX), North-South Expressway, and the Puchong-Sungai Besi Bypass.
Student population
Large (More than 10,000)
Total population
Undergraduate students | 6000 |
Postgraduate students | 1000 |
foreign students | Data not available |
The College Tour
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Why Choose APU?
- Engineering Degrees Internationally Recognized
- under Washington Accord
- Engineering Degrees Accredited
- by the Board of Engineers (BEM)
- Award-Winning Students
- Regular winners of both local and international competitions
- Internationally Recognized Programmes
- Premier Digital Technology Institute of Higher Learning in Malaysia
- awarded by the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation [MDEC]
- 100% Employability
- according to Graduate Tracer Study by Ministry of Education Malaysia
- Internationally Recognized by QS
- First Malaysian University to achieve an overall rating of Five Stars Plus in the latest QS Stars Rating awards
- Over 13,000 Students
- from more than 130 countries
- Amongst Highest Rated Emerging Universities in Malaysia
- Rated 5-Stars under SETARA 2011, 2013 and 2019 by Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
- More than 80,000 Graduates and Alumni
- Courses for IR4.0
- -FinTech, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, Mechatronics, Digital Marketing, E-Business that are first-of-its-kind
Testimonials
- Mahyar Esteki- BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering
- I learnt so much about professional attitude for high level job positions at Asia Pacific University. Moreover, APU taught me about respect to job commitment. I think these kind of soft skills are much more significant than any hard skills.
- Noung Samboth- Bachelor (Hons) in Banking and Finance
- APU has inspired me to be part of diversity. The university shows me the beauty of different cultures and equipped me with both approaches, individual and teamwork, which I found myself I am flexible enough in my career path.
- Bibi Jehaan Naailah Ghaseeta- B.Sc (Hons) in Information Technology (specialism in Forensic Computing
- APU has not only given me the chance to study what I wanted but it has also helped me develop the essential skills I needed to secure my dream job right after graduation! Studying and working alongside with people from all over the world was a knowledge-and-exposure enriching experience. My lecturers and other staffs were very friendly and helpful. The excellent study resources and facilities provided to us were top-notch and APU always encouraged me to think "outside-the-box" and opened my eyes into a whole new horizon. I was a also proud member of the Student Welcome Team and Student Ambassadors Team. The challenges that I went through in my student life being away from my family and beloved Mauritius had actually transformed me into the independent and responsible person that I am today. I am now working in the IT Security Team of an international company in Malaysia and I'm proud to say that I'm an APU Graduate!
- Nigina Kadirova- BA (Hons) in Marketing Management
- I am very grateful to APU for training me during the whole studying period in terms of finishing course works on time and preparing for exams. It has developed a very valuable skill in me which is time management and self-discipline as well as ability to close tasks/projects on time which is super important for all of the companies out there.
- Darshini Nadarajan- BA (Hons) in International Business Management
- University is all about learning, gaining new skills and new experiences. APIIT is a place that encourages students to develop holistically. Join different clubs/societies, or start your own and see yourself grow. Remember, hiring managers are looking for skills and experiences, not just your academic results.
- Lok Chi Cheng- BA (Hons) Product Design
- I am truly grateful to every academic staff of SOMAD, and the multiracial study environment. As a student, I’ve learned a lot of practical skills from classes; as an individual, I was trained to become a better and all-rounded person. Many opportunities are given to us to gain more industrial experiences. I’ve always enjoyed these workshops and events. All of these had motivate me and lead me to what I am doing now. My job is very challenging and interesting, it requires good problem-solving skills and good interpersonal skills, which is what I’ve always been trained for. I am really thankful to my lecturers that always push me to be confident in my own potential and strengths.
- Sharon Ng Yen Peng- BA (Hons) Animation
- It was truly a wonderful experience being able to pursue a degree in Asia Pacific University, a University that was filled with talented students from different countries and warm-hearted staffs. The lecturers are willing to share their knowledges and always inspire us to become a professional artist. Many opportunities were given to us to explore and learn. The knowledge and skills taught in the class have prepared me to have the eye for details towards movement in my job.
- Teo Wai Lun- BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with specialism in Forensic Accounting
- The ultimate three words - Unique Culture, One-of-a-Kind, and Competitive, can be used to describe APU. The lecturers are very passionate, some of them really push the students beyond the limit and whatever you able to find out from the academic notes. We are trained to be efficient, effective and critical at the same time – so that we can cope with risks and uncertainties that we will face in real working life. Speaking of my current role, critical thinking is, indeed, the most exciting thing.
- Yap Han Wen- BA (Hons) in Marketing Management
- To sum it up in one word - awesome! The lecturers are caring and passionate of their work, willing to spend time to help their students as best they can. Studying in APU has prepared me for the challenges ahead in life and in my career. I wouldn't have gotten my current job if it weren't for APU's exposure and guidance.
- Awais Farooqi- B.Eng (Hons) in Mechatronic Engineering
- Whichever industry I have been to, after my engineering degree from APU I am always valued by the proficient engineers for my practical & innovative knowledge of technology, APU has given me a virtuous platform as an engineer to work independently for the course projects. This self-governing process of earning knowledge has developed me to become a best research and development assistant to any industry for its enhancement both in technology and business-sector.
- Andrew Teh Boon Kheng - B.Eng (Hons) in Mechatronic Engineering
- APU provided me a fabulous platform to equip myself to enter the industrial world, from organizing various engineering events to managing a team. Studying at Asia Pacific University has given me a lot of memorable and happy moments. It provided many opportunities for students to learn and explore. In the university’s engineering community, IEM-APU Student Section, I was one of the committee representatives to assist in different events such as seminar coordination, industrial visit arrangements and technical workshops to skill up other studetns and so on. It was such an honour to be enrolled in Asia Pacific University and be involved in this student section, as I could develop my management skills .The student section established a bridge between our internal communities and other universities to reinforce students’ experiences during their university life. These experiences made my student life eventful and valuable during my study at Asia Pacific University.
- Tshering Deki Dorji- BSc (Hons) in Acturial Studies
- APU is the completed package to what a university should be. From passionate lecturers, some of whom are genuinely interested in making the students succeed, to a campus with all the facilities required for a fruitful college life, APU has played a critical role in shaping the person I am today. The cultural diversity of the students provided a wonderful opportunity to learn about various cultures and traditions of the world. The enthusiasm of lecturers pushes each student to reach their highest potential. It is an excellent learning institution that inculcates the spirit of competition, professionalism and hard work in their students.
- Yap Huey Ling- BSc (Hons) in Actuarial Studies
- “As the saying goes, “It’s the teacher that makes the difference, not the classroom.” The enthusiasm of APU lecturers to push their students to live up to their true potential have made the institution stand out from the crowd. Other than educating students with specific subject knowledge, some of the lecturers at APU are confident in delivering information, advice and guidance outside their own area of specialism by sharing their past experiences with the intention to motivate students to succeed in and out of the university. Meanwhile, the syllabus taught at APU do prepare their actuarial students for certain SOA professional exams. Perhaps the current actuarial program structure would have prepared their students even better for future career pathway in actuarial.”