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Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Β· Public University

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Asia Pacific University of Technology &: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is a university in Malaysia. It suits applicants who want a technology-focused institution and are prepared to confirm programme options directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The university is identified as a technology and innovation-focused institution, but no programme list is provided. The programme catalogue should be checked on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for entry requirements, application steps, and any document checklist. The university's admissions office can confirm how to apply and whether any programme-specific conditions apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs in Malaysia will depend on city, housing, and personal spending, so budget separately for accommodation, food, transport, and student expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it before applying. A student moving from abroad should also check visa requirements, tuition payment arrangements, and whether the programme they want is open to international applicants.

  6. How it compares

    Malaysia has 152 universities, so APU sits in a crowded higher-education market. Its main distinguishing points are its technology-and-innovation identity, its 1993 origin as APIIT, and its long graduate output, which may matter if you are comparing institutions with similar study options.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Asia Pacific University of Technology &

What is the official website for APU?

http://www.apu.edu.my/

What country is APU in?

Malaysia.

What is APU’s tuition currency?

MYR.

When was APU established?

It was established in 1993 as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT).

Overview

The Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) is a private university in Malaysia established in 1993 as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT). It has produced more than 90,000 graduates under APIIT in association with Staffordshire University. Fifty one percent of its shares are owned by Ekuiti Nasional Berhad.

Programs at Asia Pacific University of Technology &

60 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Diploma

Diploma Professional Accounting & Finance

Diploma in Accounting

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Media & Communication

Diploma in Design & Media

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Business & Management

Diploma in Events Management

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Business & Management

Diploma in Hotel Management

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Social Sciences & Psychology

Diploma in International Studies

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Diploma Social Sciences & Psychology

Diploma in Psychology

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Foundation

Foundation Computer Science & IT

Foundation in Computing (ODL)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

⏱ 1 year πŸŽ“ Online

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Malaysia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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