Asia Pacific University Basic Information
University Overview
Asia Pacific University (APU: Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation) is a university ranked in the top 4% of world university rankings (as of 2024). While Japan has universities specializing in engineering and science, APU stands out as a unique university with a strong focus on IT, offering a distinctive course structure not found in other universities. With a campus that is home to 60% international students, it is an incredibly international environment.
Until 2019, APU partnered with Staffordshire University, a prestigious university in the UK that was the first in the world to systematize IT (then known as computers) as an academic discipline. APU learned a lot from Staffordshire University, but in order to aim for a top-level university in the rapidly evolving world of IT, APU terminated partnership with Staffordshire University, which had lasted for over 20 years, and are now accelerating our evolution.
For those considering transferring to Western universities, APU has partnerships with many renowned universities in the UK and Australia for second-year or third-year transfers.
APU participates in various competitions every year, and our students acquire high-level skills in the IT field, not only in Malaysia but also in international competitions.
■ Main Campus
The new campus, which was significantly delayed in construction, partially opened in 2017. Construction is still ongoing, and APU continues to expand.
■ APIIT Campus
Along with the opening of the new campus, the original campus was renamed the APIIT Campus. It mainly offers the University Preparatory Program in English and the Faculty of Design.
■ Esports Academy
With the opening of the new campus, the Esports Academy, which is the strength of Asia Pacific University in the IT field, was established as the first academy in Malaysia to systematically study esports.
Esports, short for Electronic Sports, is a new sports genre born as a competitive form of computer games played by multiple players. It has become a highly lucrative sport, surpassing golf and tennis, known for their high prize money, and is solidifying its position as the sport with the highest prize money.
Esports is being considered for inclusion as an official sport in the Olympics.
Since it is mainly held on weekends, it is possible to study esports alongside your major.
Asia Pacific University Main Campus
Inside Main Campus
Award-Winning in IT
Design Classroom in the Faculty of Information
Classroom in the Faculty of Information
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Classroom in the Faculty of Information
Classroom in the Faculty of Information
Classroom in the Faculty of Information
Classroom in the Faculty of Information
Server
Esports
Large Lecture Hall
Large Lecture Hall
Small Classroom
Small Classroom
Theater-Style Auditorium
Theater-Style Auditorium
Theater-Style Auditorium
Inside the Library
Library Lounge
Library Lounge
Library Multipurpose Area
Library Quiet Study Area
Quiet Study Area
Discussion Room
Discussion Room
Discussion Room
Outstanding Thesis Work
Library Individual Quiet Study Area
Library Individual Quiet Study Area
Library Individual Quiet Study Area
Library Individual Quiet Study Area
Book Self-Checkout Machine
Book Self-Return Machine
Cafeteria
Malay Cuisine
Malay Cuisine
Malay Cuisine
Chinese Cuisine
Chinese Cuisine
Indian Cuisine
Western Cuisine
Western Cuisine
Cafeteria
Cafeteria
Basketball Court
School Bus Waiting Area
School Bus Stop
Asia Pacific University APIIT Campus
Inside APIIT Campus
Inside APIIT Campus
Inside APIIT Campus
Large Lecture Hall
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Large Lecture Hall
Small Classroom
Cafeteria
Inside the Library
Faculty of Information Class Scene
Inside the Library
Inside the Library Discussion Room
Cafeteria
Self-Study and Discussion Room
Mobile Shop & ATM
Convenience Store
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
Classroom Scenery
e-Learning Scenery
You can also access the Internet.
Students Engaged in e-Learning
Bulletin Board
Self-Study Room
Placement Test Dedicated Room
Placement Test Dedicated Room
Basic Information
| Location | Kuala Lumpur |
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| Established | 1993 |
| Type | Private University |
| Number of Students | 10,000 |
| International Students | 6,000 |
| Language Courses | Available |
| Inter-Campus Program |
Not Available |
| Twinning Program | Not Available |
| American University Transfer Program |
Not Available |
| Double Degree Program |
United Kingdom: De Montfort University |
| Internship | Available |
| Course Enrollment | Possible |
Surrounding Environment
Asia Pacific University (APU) is located in the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur.
Since September 2017, dormitories have been established on campus, and students live in on-campus dormitories, on-campus apartments, or apartments owned by the school. There is a school bus service between the apartments and the school, and students use the school bus for transportation. The same applies to language courses.
There are various restaurants and shops around the apartments, so students should not feel inconvenienced in terms of daily life.
Location
| Location | Outskirts of Kuala Lumpur |
|---|---|
| Major Transportation | Bus, LRT, Taxi |
| Transportation from Airport | 1. KLIA Transit + LRT + Taxi 2. KLIA Transit + Taxi 3. Taxi |
University Preparation Courses (Pre-University Programmes)
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- Malaysia CIMB Bank Exchange Rate: Rm1=34.39yen(as of 2024年07月27日 11:45 )
- 2023
Diploma & Degree Programmes
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- Malaysia CIMB Bank Exchange Rate: Rm1=34.39yen(as of 2024年07月27日 11:45 )
Mitsubishi UFJ Bank Exchange Rate: GBP1=202.15yen(2024年07月27日 11:45 current) - 2023
Certificate Programmes
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- 2023
Intensive English Programme
Programme Overview
| Number of Students | 400 |
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| Countries of Origin of Students | More than 97 countries, with 3 to 5 nationalities in each class. |
| Nationality of Instructors | Mainly Malaysian. |
| Average Class Size | 15 to 28 students. |
| Maximum Class Size | 28 students. |
| Duration | 4 weeks (25 hours/week). |
| Number of Lessons | 2 lessons x 3 lessons/day (Friday: 2 lessons x 2 lessons) x 5 days/week. |
| Levels | 7 |
| Remarks |
Fees
- Student Visa Application Fee
- Rm3,450(118,646)
- International Student Registration Fee
- Rm4,800(165,072)
- Library Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm500(17,195)
- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,000(34,390)
- Tuition Fee
- Rm2,420/4 weeks(83,224)
Intake Dates
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Start Date | End Date |
| January 3 | January 27 |
| January 30 | February 24 |
| February 27 | March 24 |
| March 27 | April 21 |
| May 2 | May 26 |
| May 29 | June 23 |
| July 3 | July 28 |
| August 7 | September 1 |
| September 4 | September 29 |
| October 2 | October 27 |
| October 30 | November 24 |
| November 27 | December 22 |
Sample Class Schedule
| 8:45 AM - 10:45 AM | Writing |
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| 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Speaking |
| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Lunch |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | e-Learning / Self-study |
Accommodation
Fees
- Common Fees
- Goods Fee (On-campus Dormitory)
- Rm400 (13,756)
- Goods Fee (Satellite Campus Dormitory)
- Rm280 (9,629)
- On-campus Dormitory
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,840 (63,278)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm920 (31,639)
- ※ In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, mini fridge, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,780 (61,214)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm890 (30,607)
- ※ In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, closet, bookshelf, small fridge, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,720 (59,151)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm860 (29,575)
- ※ In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm2,700 (92,853)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm1,350 (46,427)
- ※ In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, mini fridge, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm2,340 (80,473)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm1,170 (40,236)
- ※ In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, mini fridge, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm2,160 (74,282)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm1,080 (37,141)
- ※ In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,960 (67,404)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm980 (33,702)
- ※ In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table, closet, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm3,120 (107,297 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm1,560 (53,648 MYR)
- ※In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, mini fridge, Wi-Fi
※In-room Facilities (Shared): Stove, microwave, refrigerator
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm2,900 (99,731 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm1,450 (49,866 MYR)
- ※In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, Wi-Fi
※In-room Facilities (Shared): Stove, microwave, refrigerator
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,580 (54,336 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm790 (27,168 MYR)
- ※In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, closet, bookshelf, Wi-Fi
※In-room Facilities (Shared): Shower, toilet, microwave, electric kettle, refrigerator, ironing board
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm2,260 (77,721 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm1,130 (38,861 MYR)
- ※In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table with lamp, closet, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,840 (63,278 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm920 (31,639 MYR)
- ※In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table, closet, Wi-Fi
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm2,460 (84,599 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm1,230 (42,300 MYR)
- ※In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, bedside table, closet, Wi-Fi
- ※Goods Fee: Sheets, pillows, mattress protectors
※Dormitory Facilities: Coin laundry
※Dormitory Facilities (Floor Shared): Stove, refrigerator, microwave
※Study Lounge: Wi-Fi
※Electricity charges are not included and will be billed separately.
- Satellite Campus Dormitory
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,180 (40,580 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm590 (20,290 MYR)
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm1,480 (50,897 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm740 (25,449 MYR)
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm960 (33,014 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm480 (16,507 MYR)
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- Deposit (Refundable)
- Rm780 (26,824 MYR)
- Monthly Dormitory Fee
- Rm390 (13,412 MYR)
- ※Goods Fee: Sheets, pillows, mattress protectors
※In-room Facilities (Individual): Study desk, closet
※Dormitory Facilities (Floor Shared): Stove, refrigerator, microwave
※Study Lounge: Wi-Fi
※Air conditioning is available from 21:00 to 8:00 (only in rooms with air conditioning).
On-Campus Dormitory
The on-campus dormitory is located within the main campus. Access to the dormitory requires an access card, so only residents are allowed entry, ensuring maximum security. Smoking and alcohol consumption are strictly prohibited inside the dormitory.
On-Campus Dormitory
Exterior of On-Campus Dormitory
Exterior of On-Campus Dormitory
Large Room (Double Room with En-suite Shower & Toilet)
Bed
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Mini Fridge and Bedside Table
Closet
Closet
En-suite Shower & Toilet
Large Room (Single Room with En-suite Shower & Toilet)
Bed
Bed
Closet
Closet
Mini Fridge
En-suite Washbasin
En-suite Shower
En-suite Toilet
Large Room (Single Room with En-suite Shower & Toilet)
Bed
Air Conditioning
Ceiling Fan
Indoor View
Private Washbasin
Private Shower
Private Toilet
Large Room (Single Room with En-suite Shower & Toilet)
Bed & Bedside Table
Mini Fridge
Mini Fridge
Private Washbasin
Private Shower
Private Toilet
Room (Single Room with En-suite Shower & Toilet)
Bed
Closet
Closet
Private Washbasin
Private Shower
Private Toilet
Small Room 1 (Single Room with En-suite Shower & Toilet)
Study Desk
Bed
Air Conditioning & Ceiling Fan
Closet
Closet
Private Washbasin
Private Shower
Private Toilet
Dormitory Interior
Common Kitchen
Common Kitchen Sink
Common Refrigerator
Transfer Programme Partner Universities
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- Coventry University
- Leeds Metropolitan University
- Liverpool Hope University
- Middlesex University
- Newcastle University
- Oxford Brookes University
- Staffordshire University
- Sunderland University
- University of Derby
- University of East London
- University of Greenwich
- University of Hertfordshire
- University of Newcastle Upon Tyne
- University of Northumbria at Newcastle
- University of Portsmouth
- University of the West of England
- University of Wolverhampton
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- Central Queensland University
- Charles Sturt University
- Carleton University
- Curtin University
- Deakin University
- Edith Cowan University
- James Cook University
- Monash University
- Murdoch University
- Queensland University of Technology
- Swinburne University of Technology
- University of New England
- University of Newcastle
- University of Tasmania
- University of Wollongong