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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

Award-winning technology university with strong industry and global partnerships.

Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah PersekutuanEst. 1993Official website

About

Type

Private

Founded

1993

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan

Website

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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is a leading private technology university located in Technology Park Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. It has won multiple awards for graduate employability and industry collaboration.

APU specializes in computing, engineering, business, design, and media programs with a curriculum aligned to industry certifications and global technology trends.

International students choose APU for its modern campus, diverse student community from over 130 countries, and strong placement record with multinational technology firms.

Academics

Study levels

FoundationDiplomaDegreeMaster'sPhD

Faculties & schools

School of Computing
School of Engineering
School of Business
School of Design and Innovation
School of Media, Languages and Culture
School of Accounting and Finance
School of Psychology
School of Architecture and Built Environment

Popular programs

ProgramLevel
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer ScienceBachelor's
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Software EngineeringBachelor's
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical & Electronic EngineeringBachelor's
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Data AnalyticsBachelor's
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Digital AdvertisingBachelor's

Research centres

APU Centre for Research and Development

Institutional research coordination across computing and engineering.

Centre for Technology Development and Applications

Applied technology research and industry prototyping.

Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning

Educational technology and pedagogical innovation research.

Campuses

Technology Park Malaysia Campus

Jalan Teknologi 5, 57000 Kuala Lumpur

Admissions

Intakes

FebruaryAprilJuneSeptemberNovember

General requirements

  • SPM/O-Levels, UEC, A-Levels, STPM, foundation, or diploma with required grades
  • Mathematics prerequisite for computing and engineering programs
  • Portfolio for design and media programs

English requirements

  • IELTS: 5.0–5.5 overall
  • TOEFL iBT: 46–55
  • APU English Placement Test available

Requirements vary by program — confirm with ARNE counselors.

Required documents

  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency test results
  • Portfolio (design programs)

Tuition fees (estimate)

Estimated international tuition: RM 28,000–45,000/year for most undergraduate programs. Dual-degree options with partner universities may have additional fees.

International students

APU is one of Malaysia's most internationally diverse universities, with students from over 130 countries and comprehensive support for global learners.

Support services

  • APU International Student Office
  • On-campus accommodation at Technology Park Malaysia
  • Industry placement and internship programs
  • Student societies and hackathon events
  • Career placement and graduate employability support

Visa & EMGS

APU assists international students with EMGS student pass applications after enrollment confirmation and fee payment.

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