🖥️Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

Kuala Lumpur (Bukit Jalil), Malaysia

QS World 2026 · #597

A technology-led Bukit Jalil university built for Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Data & AI.

About APU

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is a technology-focused private university in the Bukit Jalil / Technology Park Malaysia area of Kuala Lumpur. It is strongest in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data and AI, and Business and Technology — a natural fit for students who want coding depth, portfolio work and regional tech-industry exposure alongside their degree. Its Bukit Jalil base gives practical KL access with growing transport links, rather than a traditional residential-campus identity. International tuition typically runs RM30,000–RM70,000+ a year.

Why students choose it

  • A clear technology identity — Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Data & AI are the core strengths
  • Bukit Jalil location gives Kuala Lumpur's tech-industry and internship access on a growing transport corridor
  • A practical, employability-focused teaching style rather than a purely academic one

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Typical entry grades

BBB (A Level)  ·  IB 26

High tier · indicative for the flagship courses below — always verify per-course requirements directly with the university.

Tuition (international, per year)

RM15,000–RM30,000/yr

mid tier for Malaysia — figures are typical ranges, not this specific university's published fee.

Language of instruction

English

Campus

city campus, Kuala Lumpur (Bukit Jalil)

🏆 Scholarships to look into

Informational only — scholarship amounts, deadlines and even which schemes are running change often (sometimes per intake), so treat this as a starting point, not a guarantee. Always confirm current details directly with the scholarship provider or APU's financial aid office.

Malaysian government scholarships are almost entirely restricted to Malaysian citizens. For international students, the main route is university-level merit scholarships or fee rebates, especially common at private and branch-campus universities.

  • University merit scholarships / fee rebates: Offered by private and branch-campus universities (e.g. Taylor's, Sunway, Monash Malaysia, Nottingham Malaysia) — typically a percentage tuition rebate for strong IGCSE/A-Level results, often applied automatically or via a simple form.

Public university (UM, USM, UKM, UPM, UTM) scholarship access for international students is much more limited than at private/branch-campus universities — check directly before assuming availability.

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Popular courses

Computer Science

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

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Typical entry: Requires Mathematics

Cybersecurity

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

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Data Science & AI

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

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Typical entry: Requires Mathematics

Business & Technology

⏱️ Typical duration: 3–4 years, depending on the course and university

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Typical entry: Mathematics helps but usually isn't required recommended

Durations are typical for Malaysia — always confirm the exact length (including any placement or integrated Master's year) on the course's own page before applying.

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How to apply

Main intake(s)
February, September
Typical deadline
Rolling — apply 3–6 months ahead of your intended intake

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.0 overall

Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

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APU FAQ

Quick answers about grades, tuition, deadlines and applying to APU as an international IGCSE / A Level / IB student.

What grades do I need to get into APU?

As a typical benchmark for international entry, APU expects around BBB at A Level or 26 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for APU's flagship courses — competitive subjects like Medicine and Law usually sit above this baseline, and the exact requirement varies by course, so always confirm the specific figure on APU's own admissions page before applying.

How much does APU cost for international students?

International tuition at APU typically falls in the RM15,000–RM30,000/yr range (mid tier for Malaysia). This is a typical range for the university's tuition tier, not APU's specific published fee for every course — confirm the exact figure for your intended programme directly with the university.

When is the application deadline for APU?

APU follows Malaysia's typical intake calendar: February, September, with applications generally due rolling — apply 3–6 months ahead of your intended intake. Always verify the exact date on APU's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for APU?

Malaysia universities, including APU, typically ask international applicants for 6.0 overall. Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

What is APU known for?

A technology-led Bukit Jalil university built for Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Data & AI. Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is a technology-focused private university in the Bukit Jalil / Technology Park Malaysia area of Kuala Lumpur. It is strongest in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data and AI, and Business and Technology — a natural fit for students who want coding depth, portfolio work and regional tech-industry exposure alongside their degree. Its Bukit Jalil base gives practical KL access with growing transport links, rather than a traditional residential-campus identity. International tuition typically runs RM30,000–RM70,000+ a year.

Can I apply to APU with IGCSE, A Level or IB qualifications?

Yes — APU accepts applicants from IGCSE-to-A-Level, IGCSE-to-IB-Diploma, and directly from the IB Diploma. Tutopiya's free Malaysia University Shortlist Builder matches your predicted or actual grades against APU and every other Malaysia university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

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