Study in Asia Pacific University

Private University

Kuala Lumpur

asia pacific university

Private

12,000+

1993

Ranked No. 16 in the World for International Students

Kuala Lumpur

Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) was established in 1993 as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) and rebranded in 2004. APU is a private institution recognized for its dedication to offering top-quality digital technology programs, producing highly skilled graduates who meet local and global digital job demands. APU has been awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the Malaysian Minister of Higher Education. This designation highlights APU as one of Malaysia’s leading institutions focused on digital technology education. On 18th December 2020, APIIT was recognized as one of the Top Private Colleges in Malaysia, achieving a 6-STAR (Outstanding) Rating under the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education’s latest MYQUEST evaluation. MYQUEST is a standardized quality assessment system used to evaluate the performance of private colleges in Malaysia.

  • Vision : To be a leading university of technology and innovation, transforming students into highly employable, competent, and future-proof professionals.
  • Mission : We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable, innovative, and internationally benchmarked education and research. Our approach is professional, ethical, and student-centered, offering enriching and distinctive learning experiences.
  • Location :  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Facilities : Tech Labs, Development Studios, Psychology Centre, Industrial Design Workshops, Cyber Security Talent Zone, School of Postgraduate Studies, Health Support Services. Merit Scholarships.

APU provides a wide range of academic programs designed to cater to various levels of education and expertise. These programs are categorized into four main levels:

  • Undergraduate: Designed to equip students with fundamental knowledge and skills in their chosen fields.
  • Postgraduate: Advanced programs for deeper specialization and research-oriented learning.
  • Diploma: Foundational programs offering practical knowledge and skills.
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Research-intensive programs for scholars aiming to contribute to knowledge in their fields.

These programs are distributed across eight academic departments, ensuring diverse and comprehensive educational opportunities. In addition to its academic offerings, APU also emphasizes the importance of language proficiency. The university provides courses in two foreign languages: English and Korean, which aim to enhance students’ global communication skills and cultural understanding.  

Some degrees need a Math Credit; Engineering needs Math and Physics/Chemistry Credits. International students also need English scores (IELTS 4.0, TOEFL 30-31, PTE 30, or MUET Band 2). 

At APU, it is a well-rounded university experience, both in and out of the classroom. They encourage the learners to explore not only academics but also a variety of social, sporting, and cultural activities. 

Awards and Achievements

  • Rated No. 1 in Asia and Malaysia for multicultural learning experiences
  • #661-620 QS World University Ranking 
  • Rated 5 Stars (Excellent) SETARA 
  • Best Tech University and Best Future Ready University for 2024 – PC.com Awards
  • QS 5 star Plus University in Malaysia 

Collaborative Industrial Partners 

  • APU is one of the frontier universities on the Microsoft Talent Development programme. 
  • APU has signed a MoA with HILTI allowing for HILTI to sit in their industrial advisory panel for curriculum development.
  • APU collaborated with IBM on academic initiative to deliver a series of technical workshops, technology talks, and industry visits.
  • Oracle Academy provides support in curriculum, Faculty Professional Development, Certifications and community building. 
  • A project working space in the name of APU-ASTRO Innovation Zone (AIZ) to be provided for students to work on live projects with an ASTRO stationed personnel. 
  • Metronomik is a video game company founded and has been one of the APU Industrial Advisory Panel (IAP) members.

Professional Certification Partners  

    • AWS Academy Member Institution 
    • CISCO Certified CCNA
    • APU-DMU (De Montfort University, UK) Dual Degree Programme

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