Top UK 3+0 CGI & Digital Effects Degree in Malaysia at APIIT

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Now you can experience the advantages of studying design with Staffordshire University in Malaysia. The Animation & Design Undergraduate Degrees offered by APIIT have the same curriculum as at Staffordshire University in the UK.

This award is highly practical and industry based in the practice and learning of visual effects. Staffordshire University’s past graduates are now working for the worlds best VFX houses including Double Negative, Framestore, MPC and Aardman and running of their departments working on the latest feature films for Hollywood.

At APIIT you will learn the core skills of VFX required by the industry and Skillset. Employability and work experience is at the heart of our delivery and we have excellent industry connections with companies like Envy Post, Technicolor and Burrows to help you gain that vital work experience during your course.

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) course at APIIT is a pyramid of learning where production and post production skills will be developed and refined year-by-year, enhancing your eye for detail and accuracy using HD equipment and industrial software and hardware.

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Study CGI & Digital Effects Degree at APIIT in Malaysia and Get a Top UK Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University

What you buy may have been made in one country, but has usually been designed in UK, Europe or USA. The net flow of payments for licences and royalties of designs from manufacturing countries such as China to UK is massive. British designers are amongst the leading designers in the world and have developed their expertise in UK Universities such as Staffordshire University.

Now you can experience the advantages of studying design with Staffordshire University in Malaysia. The Animation & Design Undergraduate Degrees offered by APIIT have the same curriculum as at Staffordshire University in the UK.

Design students at APIIT will be taught by qualified and experienced lecturers with industry experience
Design students at APIIT will be taught by qualified and experienced lecturers with industry experience

They will develop your abilities to work on your own and in a team in initiating and creating a wide range of products and promotional activities, including advertisements for print, broadcast, and online as well as display packaging and other promotional support tools.

Many of the world’s most iconic and recogniseable designs originate in the UK. Think of the UK Union Jack flag to be found on clothing and cars, the easily recogniseable MINI car, the London Underground map which has been copied by rail systems around the world and London buses.

Fashion labels and furniture, electronics and vehicles, steam irons and kettles, toasters and tools; these are all the products of a designer with a vision and the ability to turn that into something people want to buy. Many well known designers are associated with Staffordshire University and the Staffordshire area.

The designer of arguably the most iconic products of our age, the iPad and iPhone, is an Englishman called Sir Jonathan Ive who went to school in Stafford and has a UK Product Design degree. Bentley Motor Cars are made near to the University and their designers are visiting lecturers to the University.

The designer and originator of Dyson products, Sir James Dyson is an honourary degree holder from Staffordshire University.

Mac Lab for the Animation & VIsual Effects Degree course at APIIT or Asia Pacific University
Mac Lab for the Animation & VIsual Effects Degree course at APIIT or Asia Pacific University

Dyson are world famous for products such as vacuum cleaners and the innovative range of Dyson Fans and hand dryers.

Staffordshire is also the home of the British Tableware industry where surface pattern and shape design have long been an essential part of the production of cups, mugs, plates and many other ceramic products. Perhaps the most well known is Jasper Ware by Wedgwood, ornamental products on sale in shops and airports worldwide.

One of the most successful of contemporary designs is produced by and designed by Emma Bridgwater, founder of the company of the same name, who is also a Staffordshire University honourary degree holder.

Other Staffordshire University honourary degree holders include such famous designers as Tim Smit, founder of Yanko Design, Wayne and Gerardine Hemmingway founders of Hemmingway Design and originators of the famous Red or Dead brand of clothes and shops around the world.

Hemmingway Design builds brands (the iconic label Red or Dead was the first and Vintage is the latest) and works for such as John Lewis, G Plan, Hush Puppies, Taylor Wimpey Homes, Crown Paints, Sky TV, Sainsbury’s, McDonalds, Coca Cola, and Nissan. Vehicles are represented by Staffordshire University Honourary degree holder Wing Commander Andy Green who is the current Land Speed Record holder, and the only man EVER to have travelled at supersonic speed on land.

Best 3+0 UK BSc (Hons) CGI and Digital Effects Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University at APIIT

This award is highly practical and industry based in the practice and learning of visual effects. Staffordshire University’s past

Dual-core Macs at APIIT and Asia Pacific University for the animation & design students
Dual-core Macs at APIIT and Asia Pacific University for the animation & design students

graduates are now working for the worlds best VFX houses including Double Negative, Framestore, MPC and Aardman and running of their departments working on the latest feature films for Hollywood.

At APIIT you will learn the core skills of VFX required by the industry and Skillset. Employability and work experience is at the heart of our delivery and we have excellent industry connections with companies like Envy Post, Technicolor and Burrows to help you gain that vital work experience during your course.

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) course at APIIT is a pyramid of learning where production and post production skills will be developed and refined year-by-year, enhancing your eye for detail and accuracy using HD equipment and industrial software and hardware.

In Year 1 you study digital compositing (image manipulation, colour matching, rotoscoping, tracking) using Adobe Photoshop and After Effects. You learn digital and traditional animation of characters to gently introduce you to making 3D come to life.

3D modelling, lighting and rendering is taught using Maya and you then have an option where you could study digital photography for VFX, digital matte painting or study digital film module.

Programme Structure for the BSc (Hons) CGI and Digital Effects Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University at APIIT

Topics you will experience include:

EduSpiral met us at Asia Pacific University to explain in detail about the computing courses and took us around for a campus tour. Jack Chin from Sitiawan
EduSpiral met us at Asia Pacific University to explain in detail about the computing courses and took us around for a campus tour.
Jack Chin from Sitiawan

Year 1 Subjects for the CGI and Digital Effects Undergraduate Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University at APIIT

  • Digital Animation for VFX I
  • Digital Animation for VFX II
  • Digital Compositing 1 I
  • Digital Compositing 1 II
  • Digital Photography for VFX I
  • Digital Photography for VFX II
  • Introduction to CGI I
  • Introduction to CGI II

Year 2 Subjects for the CGI and Digital Effects Undergraduate Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University at APIIT

  • 3D Modelling for VFX I
  • 3D Modelling for VFX II
  • Digital Compositing 2 I
  • Digital Compositing 2 II
  • Junior VFX Team Project (CGI) I
  • Junior VFX Team Project (CGI) II

    After I finished my SPM, I felt confused about my further study. Because of Eduspiral, I am able to pursue my studies at Asia Pacific University. Eduspiral, was so patient to answer all my questions and even brought me to visit the university when I went to KL alone. Jeremy Lee, APU scholarship student
    After I finished my SPM, I felt confused about my further study. Because of Eduspiral, I am able to pursue my studies at Asia Pacific University. Eduspiral, was so patient to answer all my questions and even brought me to visit the university when I went to KL alone. Jeremy Lee, APU scholarship student
  • Lighting and Rendering for CG I
  • Lighting and Rendering for CG II
  • Documentary Production Technology I
  • Documentary Production Technology II

Year 3 Subjects for the CGI and Digital Effects Undergraduate Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University at APIIT

  • FX Portfolio Project I
  • FX Portfolio Project II
  • FX Research Project I
  • FX Research Project II
  • Rigging for Games and VFX
  • Scripting Concepts for VFX
  • Senior Team VFX Project (CGI) I
  • Senior Team VFX Project (CGI) II

In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete four (4) General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co- Curricular Activities.

Teaching and Learning for the CGI and Digital Effects Undergraduate Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University at APIIT

Different people learn in different ways and therefore the Programme utilises a range of different teaching methods and

APIIT's Programmes are subjected to extensively External Quality Assurance processes by Staffordshire University
APIIT’s Programmes are subjected to extensively External Quality Assurance processes by Staffordshire University

situations – lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops (skills-based), studio work, technology packages, project work, role-plays, virtual learning environments and web-pages etc. – that best deliver the specific learning outcomes of the modules. Industrial visits and field trips will also be scheduled to provide a realistic exposure to live work environments.

In addition, PDP is used at all levels of the awards through Pebblepad or other suitable means of recording. Pebblepad allows the students to keep a record of their development throughout their award.

Students are encouraged to participate with the professional world through study visits to film, TV, VFX (visual effects) houses, games, animation and film festivals which takes place every year.

Typically modules on the Creative Industries Technology award incorporate a variety of teaching and learning approaches into their delivery and as student’s progress from Level 4 to Level 6 there is a change in emphasis from tutor-directed teaching within lectures and workshops to student centred independent learning.

This is reflected in a change in emphasis in Level 6 from teaching and learning through the completion of structured class

Asia Pacific University (APU) achieves excellence in the SETARA 2011 & 2013 Ratings with a Tier 5 ranking
Asia Pacific University (APU) achieves excellence in the SETARA 2011 & 2013 Ratings with a Tier 5 ranking

activities, worksheets and assignments in Level 4 and Level 5 to the increasing involvement of students in project work where they can have considerable input into the choice of topics for investigation as well as both the design and implementation of appropriate field, lab, and literature based methods of enquiry (both individual and group based).

Directed study supports and builds upon the knowledge and skills learnt in class to provide a fuller understanding of the subject. Personal and module tutors are on hand to provide support to the students to discuss any queries, for advice on plans and initial drafts etc.

The curriculum is structured so that skills and knowledge developed lower levels can be transferred, re-applied and further developed between in the higher levels. The regular meetings which are built into the system and student appraisals ensure that students are constantly reflecting upon, adapting and enhancing their learning.

Assessment for the CGI and Digital Effects Undergraduate Degree Awarded by Staffordshire University at APIIT

A range of assessment techniques are used including presentations, demonstrations, written reports, practical work, oral tests,

EduSpiral arrange for our students to talk to the lecturers at our partner universities such as Asia Pacific University, to gain a deeper understanding of the course of interest
EduSpiral arrange for our students to talk to the lecturers at our partner universities such as Asia Pacific University, to gain a deeper understanding of the course of interest

online tests, log books, exams, class tests, portfolios, group work, peer assessments and online blogs and forums where students present their work. The method of assessment for each module has been carefully considered by the teaching teams to ensure the best possible outcome is achieved balanced with maintaining academic rigour.

The majority of assessments are course work based. The award content is a mixture of theory and practice, using exams wouldn’t offer any educational benefits to the students. A number of compulsory but non assessed formative multiple choice tests are conducted in many modules. The tests are made available on LMS for a week at a time and are designed to engage the students in active learning as early as possible in the semester.

Problem based learning tasks are generally assessed the following week by peers who develop the student’s practical, theoretical, critical and analytical skills. The work has to be presented online or in class with a description on the learning and development cycle. The problems presented are outcome based and how the students get to a solution is managed with the help of the academic as the facilitator.

All these methods ensure that learning outcomes are tested in the most appropriate way; reflect the sorts of materials graduates will be asked to prepare in future careers; and recognise that students have different abilities. Although the practical and skills based nature of the CGI and Digital effects award and its delivery of Staffordshire University means that the emphasis is on coursework, formal examinations and class-tests are also used to assess knowledge-based modules across all three levels.

The Best 3+0 Staffordshire University, UK degree courses

Staffordshire University is a top rated university in the UK
Staffordshire University is a top rated university in the UK

APIIT will introduce you to a world of infinite possibilities. The College will equip you with all the skills necessary to make you employable, enterprising & entrepreneurial. APIIT’s 20-year partnership with Staffordshire University, UK is an excellent platform for students to achieve their educational goals in Malaysia and obtain a prestigious UK degree.

  • Established in 1993
  • Part of APIIT Education Group
  • Purpose-built campus in Technology Park Malaysia
  • 20 years of partnership with Staffordshire University (UK)
  • Students from all over the world
  • Modern facilities and well qualified staff
  • Superb employability track record

About Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT)

The Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology offers a range of programmes which are designed to produce highly

Asia Pacific University (APU) achieves excellence in the SETARA 2011 & 2013 Ratings with a Tier 5 ranking
Asia Pacific University (APU) achieves excellence in the SETARA 2011 & 2013 Ratings with a Tier 5 ranking

employable graduates, by providing our students with an internationally benchmarked academic experience closely aligned to industry requirements.

As an integral member of the APIIT Education Group – comprising the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), the Asia Pacific Smart School and the Asia Pacific International School – APIIT has achieved an enviable record of having produced more than 20,000 highly employable graduates through a sound approach of transforming and nurturing school leavers into qualified and highly competitive professionals.

APIIT’s programmes are offered together with our long-standing international partner, Staffordshire University, United Kingdom. Under this approved collaborative arrangement, APIIT delivers Staffordshire University degrees using the same curriculum and conforming to the same teaching, learning and assessment quality enhancement processes as in the UK, with the aim of ensuring comparability of student experience and academic standards.

Creative Industries in Malaysia and the Region is leading the way with forward-looking Staffordshire University Courses @ APIIT in the area of Design Innovation & Product Design, Brand Management, Animation & Visual Effects – VFX, Creative Media & Film, International Relations, Computing & Business Computing, Journalism and Technology.

The design and media programmes are designed for creative students, to be at the cutting edge of design innovation & creative

Jasmine Kaur, Asia Pacific University student, winning the International Asia Pacific ICT Awards (APICTA) 2013 – ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
Jasmine Kaur, Asia Pacific University student, winning the International Asia Pacific ICT Awards (APICTA) 2013 – ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’

industries; to thrive you in your chosen career. Staffordshire Degrees in Design, Creative Media, Animation and Film prepares students for the 21st century in Digital Filmmaking, Animation & Visual Effects.

Indeed, APIIT’s system of education produces graduates who embody Staffordshire’s commitment of producing The Staffordshire Graduate – graduates who possess the key skills of employability, enterprise and entrepreneurship – and the ability to stand out in the job market.

As APIIT students studying on Staffordshire University degrees, our students get a whole lot more than just an understanding of their subjects, but will leave with a set of attributes that prospective employers not only look for but will value and respect.

At the same time, APIIT’s own Foundation and Diploma programmes are also externally quality assured by Staffordshire University, which ensures that students obtain an internationally benchmarked qualification while also ensuring successful progression into the degree of their choice.

This approach in providing internationally benchmarked education also extends beyond the borders of Malaysia, and is closely replicated within our family of APIIT branch campuses operating in Sri Lanka and in India.

Asia Pacific ICT Award 2012 (APICTA 2012) for the Best of Tertiary Student Winners from APU
Asia Pacific ICT Award 2012 (APICTA 2012) for the Best of Tertiary Student Winners from APU

Among Malaysia’s first MSC-Status Institutions, APIIT has also achieved a strong track record in research, development and commercialisation, winning more than 50 Malaysian and international awards to-date for its innovations, products and student projects.

In recognition of its focus on quality in education, the APIIT Education Group received the Prime Minister’s Award of Excellence in 2011, as well as the Export Quality Award from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Malaysia.

APIIT’s academic programmes are approved by the Ministry of Education of Malaysia and the qualifications are fully or provisionally accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

APIIT’s Strategically Located Campus at Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur
The university is strategically located in Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil. It is near condos and the Bukit Jalil LRT station. A free shuttle bus is provided for students to the LRT station and their accommodation.

Why study the 3+0 Staffordshire University, UK degree programmes at APIIT

Here are just a few reasons why we believe you should study at APIIT.

Computer lab at Asia Pacific University (APU)
Computer lab at Asia Pacific University (APU)

TOP animation and visual effects University in UK

Staffordshire University was one of five Universities who were the first to offer degrees in computing. That was back in 1965! Since then Staffordshire University has stayed ahead of the game – constantly innovating and developing courses that are designed to create the computing professionals of the future.

WORLD-CLASS

APIIT’s reputation for excellence means that we attract students from around the world. With partner universities overseas, we could even arrange for you to study part of your course overseas.

INDUSTRY-LEADING FACILITIES

Our centre of computing is a purpose-built facility to rival the best. With hundreds of individual workstations, specialist equipment and facilities, it provides a first-class working environment and is also home to our research.

WORK-READY, WORLD-READY

Lecture theatre at Asia Pacific University
Lecture theatre at Asia Pacific University

Study at APIIT and they will equip you to become ‘The Staffordshire Graduate’ – a world-ready professional, with the knowledge, attributes, skills and expertise that employers look for.

OUTSTANDING SUPPORT

Regardless of the computing programme you choose, you will be supported by highly qualified and enthusiastic professionals. Many enjoy an international reputation for their research and actively engage with leading names in IT.

Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) provides access to world-class resources across a wide range of disciplines. This translates into industry-ready skills and a competitive edge for graduates.

APIIT’s courses are approved by the Ministry of Education, Malaysia and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). All of the programmes are quality assured by an International Advisory Panel (IAP) whose members include representatives from our international partner universities and industry and technology leaders in the private sector.

Learning for Employability at APIIT

Asia Pacific University students have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities that include the latest PCs and workstations with Internet connection, operating systems, software suites and commercial programming software in multiple IT labs built for project work, multimedia production, software and internet programming.
APIIT students have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities that include the latest PCs and workstations with Internet connection, operating systems, software suites and commercial programming software in multiple IT labs built for project work, multimedia production, software and internet programming.

Employers look for qualified people who have the technical know-how and the ability to communicate, work in teams and other personal skills.

At APIIT, our programmes are developed to provide you not only with interesting and stimulating modules to develop your mind, but also to enhance your knowledge and skills and increase your ability to compete for that dream job.

You also need to possess the ability to learn, develop and adapt. Much of what is current knowledge will soon be out-of-date and the reality is that to succeed you need to be adaptable and innovative. We achieve this through the:

Five “I”s Model™

  1. Innovation through the design of curriculum, the module content and the learning approaches.
  2. Integration through developing your capabilities to interrelate knowledge and to work in multidisciplinary teams.

  3. Information through developing your knowledge and also your abilities to communicate effectively and persuasively.

  4. Interactivity through the use of group work to develop your teamwork skills and through the use of technology to achieve interactivity of devices and people.

  5. Imagination in relation to new products, ideas, applications and solutions.

The UK Dual Degree Programmes at Asia Pacific University

Staffordshire University is a top rated university in the UK
Staffordshire University is a top rated university in the UK

The Dual Degree Programmes are offered through a unique collaborative partnership between APU and Staffordshire University, United Kingdom, through which Staffordshire accredits undergraduate programmesthat are designed and delivered by APU. On completion of the programme, students will be awarded two undergraduate degree Certificates and Transcripts: one from APU and one from Staffordshire.

The APU-Staffordshire Dual Degree Programmes are offered under an approved collaboration in accordance with the Code of Practice for the Assurance of Academic Quality and Standards in Higher Education as published by the United Kingdom Quality Assurance Agency’s (QAA).

APU’s academic programmes are all approved by the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia and the qualifications are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

The Computer Science degree programme at Asia Pacific University is specifically designed to provide:

  • Technical knowledge, skills and background in the design and organization of computer systems.
  • The ability to critically evaluate design paradigms, languages, algorithms, and techniques used to develop complex software systems.
  • The ability to evaluate and respond to opportunities for developing and exploiting new technologies.

Why Staffordshire University

Dr. Parmjit Singh, CEO of APU, as the Pro-Chancellor of Staffordshire University and Executive Director of Asia Pacific University (APU) & APIIT Welcoming Her Majesty The Queen, accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh to Staffordshire University, UK
Dr. Parmjit Singh, CEO of APU, as the Pro-Chancellor of Staffordshire University and Executive Director of Asia Pacific University (APU) & APIIT Welcoming Her Majesty The Queen, accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh to Staffordshire University, UK

Staffordshire University is truly committed to building a worldwide dynamic learning community. The University’s learning community is global and students represent over 75 nations worldwide.

Since 1914, Staffordshire University has offered vocationally inspired education relevant for the age. Back then their focus was on mining and ceramics. Now the university is delivering everything from Computer Games Design to Forensic Science.

As well as being involved in many international collaborative research projects, Staffordshire University is committed to delivering high quality education through its many international partnerships. Staffordshire University has over 17,000 students that make up a dynamic and vibrant community at their campuses in the United Kingdom.

Staffordshire University has a long and proud history of providing high quality, progressive and inclusive higher education for people from across Staffordshire, the region, the UK and the rest of the world. Staffordshire University has a reputation for producing graduates with the knowledge, skills and ability to make their mark in the world.

Some facts about Staffordshire University are:

APIIT's Programmes are subjected to extensively External Quality Assurance processes by Staffordshire University
APIIT’s Programmes are subjected to extensively External Quality Assurance processes by Staffordshire University

Staffordshire University’s strong focus on employability was underlined in the UK Sunday Times newspaper’s 2010 University League Tables, in which it was recognized as a leading UK university for achieving graduate employment.

One of the first universities in the world to offer computing degrees back in the 1960s, Staffordshire maintains a strong reputation for excellence and innovation in teaching technology based subjects.

The University’s Computing, Computer Games Design, Network Security, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic and Automotive Engineering awards are all highly respected by employers globally.

Staffordshire’s Accounting and Finance, Business Studies, Economics, Management and Marketing degrees have all been designed to provide a truly international perspective. This is a real benefit for students wishing to pursue a career in Business or Commerce.

Students at Asia Pacific University are awarded a degree from Staffordshire University, UK and APU
Students at Asia Pacific University are awarded a degree from Staffordshire University, UK and APU

The University’s learning community is truly global. At any one time, in excess of 17,000 students from over 75 countries are studying in Great Britain, by distance learning, or on Staffordshire University quality-accredited courses internationally.

APU Programmes are subjected to extensively External Quality Assurance processes by Staffordshire University, who also award the Undergraduate Degrees. This ensures that our programmes are benchmarked against international standards. In addition, APU’s solid relationship with Staffordshire University is among the strongest and most successful foreign collaborations in Malaysia, and is particularly notable in their strong shared mission of producing highly employable graduates.

Staffordshire University Rankings

Guardian University Guide 2017

Staffordshire University is a top rated university in the UK
Staffordshire University is a top rated university in the UK
  • Staffordshire University is ranked 69 Overall
  • Staffordshire University is ranked 47 in the league table for computer science and information systems
  • Staffordshire University is ranked 54 in the league table for accounting & finance

Complete University Guide University 2017

  • Staffordshire University’s Ranking in the Complete University Guide University Subject Tables 2016 for computer science is 86
  • Staffordshire University’s Ranking in the Complete University Guide University Subject Tables 2017 for Art & Design is 60

An Excellent Future with Staffordshire University UK

Graduates from APIIT will be awarded the degree from Staffordshire University, UK
Graduates from APIIT will be awarded the degree from Staffordshire University, UK
  • The 2014 National Student Survey (NSS) show computing awards at Staffordshire University exceeding the national sector average for the computer subject area.
  • The 2014 National results from the Destination of Leavers in Higher Education also show Staffordshire University computing awards exceeding the national average for computing graduate employability/further study, six months after graduation.
  • Staffordshire has forged partnerships with industry-leading companies such as Sony, Cisco, Microsoft, Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and Epic Games in support of teaching and learning as well as in preparing students for their careers.
  • The collaboration between Staffordshire University and US based Epic Games led to the launch of the University’s Epic Games Centre, which offers students the opportunity to put theory into practice and develop a deeper understanding of the commercial complexities of the gaming development process.
  • Staffordshire University graduates have been well accepted by industry. Many graduates have gone on to work with internationally recognised organisations such as the BBC, Microsoft, Bentley Motors and NASA. Others have gone on to form their own successful businesses whilst some graduates have worked on Oscar winning films, written books and even won an Olympic gold medal.

About Asia Pacific University (APU) in Malaysia

Asia Pacific University is ranked Tier 5 or Excellent in the SETARA 2013 and offers students top rated facilities at their new campus
Asia Pacific University is ranked Tier 5 or Excellent in the SETARA 2013 and offers students top rated facilities at their new campus

The Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) is acknowledged to be one of Malaysia’s premier University of higher learning for technology.

Since its inception in 1993 as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT), the University has produced more than 16,000 highly skilled technology professionals in Malaysia and the Asia Pacific region, and has earned a reputation for excellence in education and research and development.

APIIT & APU had continuously wins awards for excellence in education, research and development and for the achievements of their students.

With an international student community of more than 10,000 students from more than 105 countries

Asia Pacific University new campus at Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur
Asia Pacific University new campus at Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur

studying in its Malaysian campus, APU offers a truly cosmopolitan learning environment which prepares students well for the global challenges which lie ahead.

APU offers a wide range of degrees with Technology as a common core. It is APU’s aim to nurture and encourage innovation through our programmes, with the intention of producing individuals who will learn, adapt and think differently in new and better ways.

An impressive 95% of APU’s graduates obtain jobs before graduation. Students interested to register at APU may go to this link.

Asia Pacific University (APU) is An Award-Winning Malaysian Private University

APU students win Gold and Bronze awards in the 25th International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX)
APU students win Gold and Bronze awards in the 25th International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX)

The Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) stands tall among Malaysia’s premier Institutions of Higher Learning – this is a University where a unique fusion of technology, innovation and creativity works effectively towards preparing graduates for significant roles in business and society globally.

In 2004, APU’s associate institution, APIIT, was the only Malaysian education institution to have won multiple awards in both National and International Asia Pacific ICT Awards. It was also the only Malaysian finalist in the Asian Innovation Awards and the winner of the Malaysian IT Product of the Year.

1. Tier 5 ranking or Excellent in the SETARA 2013 and 2011 which is Malaysia’s ranking system for universities
2. Their students have won the Microsoft Imagine Cup (Malaysia) for 2010, 2011 & 2012 and have represented Malaysia in the Microsoft Imagine Cup (World) competition. For 2011, they won all the top 3 awards.
3. Prime Minister Industry Excellence Award 2010

4. APU has been RATED No. 1 in Asia and Malaysia for its multicultural learning experience by Student Barometer Wave 2014, ‘Studying with people from other cultures’

Asia Pacific University Students Champions in the Microsoft Imagine Cup
Asia Pacific University Students Champions in the Microsoft Imagine Cup

Originally established as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) in 1993, APU has more than 9000 students from 90 countries studying in its Malaysian campus. This gives you an opportunity to build an international network while studying as well as gain invaluable cultural insights and communication skills.

 More than 95% of APU graduates are employed by graduation.

As a testimony of thatAsia Pacific University (APU) is the best university for computing, computer science and ICT in Malaysia, they and their students have won the following awards:

DIGITAL GAMES COMPETITION
2016 – Champion
2016 – 1st Runner Up

HILTI INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL MOBILE APPLICATION COMPETITION
2016 – Top 10 Finalist

INNOVATIVE PRACTICES IN EDUCATION & INDUSTRY EXHIBITION 2016
2016 – Bronze Award

INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERS MALAYSIA (IEM) AWARD
2016 – Gold Award

GAMIFICATION HACKATHON
2016 – Champion
2016 – Gold Medal

ANGELHACK GLOBAL HACKATHON (MALAYSIA)
2016 – Grand Prize

ATOS GLOBAL IT CHALLENGE
2016 – 1st Runner Up

F-SECURE IT SECURITY CHALLENGE
2016 – Champion

INTERNATIONAL INVENTION, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION (ITEX)
2016 – 1 Gold Award for the Invention, Innovation and Technology category
2016 – 1 Silver Award for the Invention, Innovation and Technology category
2015 – 1 Gold Award for the Invention, Innovation and Technology category
2015 – 1 Bronze Award for the Invention, Innovation and Technology category
2014 – 1 Gold Award for the Invention, Innovation and Technology category
2014 – 1 Bronze Award for the Invention, Innovation and Technology category
2013 – 2 Silver Medals for the Invention, Innovation and Technology category
2013 – 2 Gold medals for the innovator category

MATERIALS LECTURE COMPETITION (MLC)
2016 – First Prize
2014 – Second Prize

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC’S ‘GO GREEN IN THE CITY’ COMPETITION – MALAYSIA
2016 – 1st Runner-up
2016 – 2nd Runner-up
2015 – 1st Runner-up
2014 – 1st Runner-up

E-GENTING PROGRAMMING COMPETITION
(R&D DIVISION, EGENTING)
2015 – Distinction Award for ‘Software Program Design and Development’
2015 – Merit Award for ‘Software Program Design and Development’
2014 – Merit Award for ‘Software Program Design and Development’
2014 – Merit Award for ‘Software Program Design and Development’
2006 – First Prize for ‘Software Program Design and Development’
2004 – First Prize for ‘Software Program Design and Development’
2003 – First Prize for ‘Software Program Design and Development’
2002 – Merit Award for ‘Software Program Design and Development’

E-GENTING BUG HUNT
2014 – First Prize
2014 – Second Prize
2014 – Third Prize

INTERNATIONAL ENERGY INNOVATION COMPETITION (EIC) SINGAPORE
2015 – 1st Runner-up
2015 – 4th Place

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INFORMATION, SYSTEM AND CONVERGENCE APPLICATIONS (ICISCA)
2015 – 1 Gold Award
2015 – 1 Bronze Award

BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA MUSEUM ART GALLERY “DOODLE COMPETITION”
2015 – 3rd Place

1WORLD CULTURE FESTIVAL
2015 – Champion of Nusantara Singing Category
2015 – 1st Runner Up of Nusantara Singing Category
2015 – Best Performance Award of Nusantara Singing Category
2015 – 2nd Runner Up of International Singing Category

CIMA GLOBAL BUSINESS CHALLENGE MALAYSIA
2015 – Finalist
2014 – 1st Runner-up

PATHFINDER ROBOT COMPETITION
2015 – 1st Runner-up
2015 – Creativity Award

MALAYSIAN/MILO OPEN KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP
2015 – Merit Award

UTP-HAX NATIONAL HACKING COMPETITION 2014
2014 – 1st Runner-up
2014 – 4th Place
2014 – 1st Runner-up

BIG APP CHALLENGE 1.0
2014 – 1st Runner-up

CME GLOBAL TRADING CHALLENGE
2014 – 4th Place

ASIA PACIFIC ICT AWARDS (APICTA) MALAYSIA (MULTIMEDIA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION)
2013 – Top Award for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2012 – Top Award for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2011 – Winner of ‘Special Jury Award’ by the Prime Minister
2011 – Top Award for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2011 – 2 Merit Awards for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2010 – Top Award for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2008 – Top Award for ‘Best of e-Inclusion & e-Community’
2005 – Top Award for ‘Best of Applications & Infrastructure Tools’
2004 – Top Award for ‘Best of Education & Training’
2004 – Top Award for ‘Best of Applications & Infrastructure Tools’
2004 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Research & Development’
2003 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Research & Development’
2002 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Smart Learning Applications’
2001 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Smart Learning Applications’
2000 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Smart Learning Applications’
2000 – Top Award for ‘Best of Student Projects’
1999 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Student Projects’

MAKEWEEKEND ROBOTICS CHALLENGE 2013
2013 – Winner of Water Drone Competition
2013 – Winner of Awesomeness Challenge

MALAYSIA CYBERSECURITY AWARDS (CYBERSECURITY MALAYSIA)
2013 – Award for ‘Information Security Training Provider of the Year’
2012 – Award for ‘Information Security Training Provider of the Year’
2009 – Award for ‘Information Security Training Provider of the Year’

THE BRANDLAUREATE –SMES BEST BRANDS AWARDS
2012 – Winner of Corporate Branding Award in Education

INTERNATIONAL ASIA PACIFIC ICT AWARDS (APICTA)
2012 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2011 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2010 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Tertiary Student Project’
2004 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Education & Training’
2004 – Merit Award for ‘Best of Applications & Infrastructure Tools’

MICROSOFT IMAGINE CUP (MICROSOFT INC.)
2012 – Winner of Microsoft Imagine Cup (Malaysia)
2012 – Top Award for ‘MDeC Special Innovation’
2011 – Winner of Microsoft Imagine Cup (Malaysia)
2011 – 1st Runner-up of Microsoft Imagine Cup (Malaysia)
2011 – 2nd Runner-up of Microsoft Imagine Cup (Malaysia)
2011 – Top Award for ‘MDeC Special Innovation’
2011 – Top Award for ‘Presentation Superstars’
2010 – Winner of Microsoft Imagine Cup (Malaysia)
2010 – Top 6 finalists at World Championship in Poland
2010 – Top Award for ‘Best Presentation Team’
2010 – Top Award for ‘Best Implementation of Multipoint’
2004 – 3rd Prize Award for ‘System Government Elections Software’

HEP-IPTS DEBATE COMPETITION (MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION MALAYSIA
2012 – Champion of HEP- IPTS Debate Competition
2012 – Best Speaker Award
2011 – Champion of HEP- IPTS Debate Competition

MALAYSIAN GREENTECH AWARDS 2012 (MINISTRY OF ENERGY, GREEN TECHNOLOGY & WATER)
2012 – Silver Award for ‘GreenTech University’

MSC-IHL Business Plan Competition
(Institutions of Higher Learning Business Plan Competition by Multimedia Development Corporation)
2012 – Merit prize for Business Idea Category
2005 – Grand prize for Business Idea Category
2005 – Merit prize for Business Plan Category

NAPEI AWARDS (NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PRIVATE EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS, MALAYSIA)
2011 – Award for Educational Excellence
2007 – Award for Educational Excellence
2004 – Award for Educational Excellence

1MALAYSIA INNOVATION TOURNAMENT (1MIT) 2010
2010 – Winner for ‘Best Animated Award’
2010 – Winner for ‘Most Scariest Video Award’

HACK IN THE BOX (HITB) INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION 2010
2010 – 2nd Prize for ‘Weapon of Mass Destruction’

MALAYSIA FROST & SULLIVAN TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AWARD 2010
(WON BY APU GRADUATES)
2010 – Award for ‘Emerging Human Computer Interface Technologies’

WORLD UNIVERSITY DEBATES CHAMPIONSHIP 2010
2010 – Runner-up in the Grand Final

STANFORD UNIVERSITY’S GLOBAL INNOVATION TOURNAMENT 2009 (Won by APU Student)
2009 – Winner for Global Innovation Tournament Global Challenge

MSC MALAYSIA CREATIVE INDUSTRY AWARDS 2009
(GAMES CATEGORY – STUDENT)
2009 – Award for ‘Best Game Design’
2009 – Award for ‘Best Technical’

ITEX 2009 AWARDS – WON BY APU GRADUATES
(INTERNATIONAL INVENTION, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION)
2009 – Gold Award for ‘Best Invention – SmartSurface’
2009 – Special Award for Corporate Invention

MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION MALAYSIA AWARDS
2008 – Top Award for ‘Best Website Design’

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD 2006
(MALAYSIA CANADA BUSINESS COUNCIL)
2006 – Bronze award for Industry Excellence for Education

DKSH-CSSC AWARD
2006 – First Prize for DKSH-CSSC Media Challenge 2006

PIKOM – COMPUTIMES ICT AWARDS 2004
(Association of Computer Industry in Malaysia)
2005 – Product of the Year Award for ‘URL Checker’
2004 – Product of the Year Award for ‘Screenshield Suite’

ASIAN INNOVATION AWARDS
(Far Eastern Economic Review, Singapore)
2004 – Only Malaysian Finalist

PRIME MINISTER’S GOLDEN HANDS AWARD
(Ministry of Works Malaysia)
2004 – Top Award in Network and PC Maintenance category

HSBC YOUNG IT ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS
(HONG KONG BANK)
2004 – Gold Award for ‘Universal Wireless Charging’ solution
2004 – Judges Award for ‘Security Transmitter & Detector’ device
2002 – Silver Award for ‘Business Edutainment Access Medium’ Business Plan

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION EXCELLENCE AWARDS
(Ministry of Education, Malaysia)
2003 – Award of Excellence in Research & Development
2003 – Award of Excellence for Development of Overseas Centres

ASIA STUDENT .NET AWARDS
(Microsoft Inc.)
2003 – 3rd Prize Award for ‘Automobile Manufacture Service’ software application
2003 – 5th Prize Award for ‘i-Mall’ software application

DARE TO BE DIGITAL PROGRAMMING COMPETITION
(British Council / University of Abertay, Dundee)
2003 – 1st Prize Award for a Multiplayer Online Game
2003 – 3rd Prize Award for a Role Playing Strategy Game

FORUM NOKIA MOBILE CHALLENGE JAVA COMPETITION
(Nokia Inc.)
2002 – Top 3 winners worldwide for a Java-based e-mail client application for Nokia devices using J2ME (Java 2 Micro Edition)

ENTERPRISE 50 AWARDS
(Accenture & SMI Devt Corp)
1998, 1999, 2000 – 3rd position in 2000 among top 50 Malaysian organisations

Asia Pacific University is a top University in Malaysia

Asia Pacific University’s achievements in winning a host of prestigious awards at national and regional levels over the years bear testimony

Asia Pacific ICT Award 2012 (APICTA 2012) for the Best of Tertiary Student Winners from APU
Asia Pacific ICT Award 2012 (APICTA 2012) for the Best of Tertiary Student Winners from APU

to their commitment to excellence in higher education and training, as well as innovative research and development and comercialisation.

  • UCTI has now been upgraded to university status hence the name change to Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)
  • UCTI (through APIIT) is Malaysia’s first Institution to achieve Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC) Company Status
  • The only Institution to have won the prestigious MSC Asia Pacific ICT Awards every year since the inception of the awards in 1999.
  • UCTI’s academic programmes are all approved by the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia and the qualifications are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
  • Asia Pacific University College of Technology and Innovation (UCTI) was established when Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) was officially awarded University College status by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia, in 2004.

The new University College is now called UCTI for short. Recently in July 2012, they have received university status and therefore is now known as the Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)

Research & Development Achievements for Asia Pacific University (APU)

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URLchecker
•    Winner of “ICT Product of the Year 2005” at PIKOM Computimes ICT Awards 2005
•    Winner of “Best of Application and Infrastructure Tools” at MSC-APICTA Awards 2005

The Screenshield Suite

  • Winner of “Best of Application and Infrastructure Tools” at MSC-APICTA Awards 2008
  • Winner of “ICT Product of the Year 2004” at PIKOM Computimes ICT Awards 2004
  • Merit Award Winner of “Best of Application and Infrastructure Tools” at APICTA Awards 2004, Hong Kong
  • Winner of “Best of Application and Infrastructure Tools” at MSC-APICTA Awards 2004
  • Finalist at Far East Economic Review Asian Innovation Awards 2004 – Improving Quality of Life
  • FileShield – Best of R&D, Merit Award at MSC-APICTA 2003

iSMART
•    Merit Award Winner of ‘Best Education and Training’ at APICTA Awards 2004, Hong Kong
•    Winner of “Best of Education and Training” at MSC-APICTA Awards 2004

C.A.R.P.E.T.
• ��  Merit Winner of “Best of R&D” at MSC-APICTA Awards 2004

Technologically Advanced Facilities at Asia Pacific University

Asia Pacific University students have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities that include the latest PCs and workstations with Internet connection, operating systems, software suites and commercial programming software in multiple IT labs built for project work, multimedia production, software and internet programming.
Asia Pacific University students have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities that include the latest PCs and workstations with Internet connection, operating systems, software suites and commercial programming software in multiple IT labs built for project work, multimedia production, software and internet programming.

APU’s library is a gateway to a comprehensive collection of books, journals, periodicals, student projects and other related publications to support learning and research for all students and staff.

In addition, you can access online digital libraries from leading providers such as Proquest, Emerald, ACM and Current Law Journals. The library also houses areas for individual and group study, computer facilities and a photocopying facility.

All students have access to state-of-the-art computer facilities that include the latest PCs and workstations with Internet connection, operating systems, software suites and commercial programming software in multiple IT labs built for project work, multimedia production, software and internet programming. Furthermore, all around the campus you will have access to wireless Internet so you can learn anywhere, anytime.

Learning and understanding of the various Engineering principles at different levels is supported by hands-on laboratory work. This is undertaken in fully-equipped laboratories for Analogue and Digital electronics, Communications Engineering, Electrical Power, Controls and Automation, as well as Materials and Testing laboratories and the Mechanical workshop.

As well as this, in order to enable students to learn and understand the latest high-tech engineering techniques, software such as Matlab, Multisim (Simulation) and Autodesk Inventor (Engineering Design) have been installed in the Engineering software and Microprocessor laboratory. Students can make use of all these facilities to do their course work and projects.

Financial Aid at Asia Pacific University (APU)

Scholarships and PTPN Loan are available. For details, please contact EduSpiral Consultant Services.

A wide range of affordable hostel accommodation is provided. Free bus shuttles are provided to and from APU and the hostel as well as the Bukit Jalil LRT station.

Muhammad Anis Ur Rehman, Manager, Student Services at Asia Pacific University and APIIT presenting an appreciation gift to Lonnie from EduSpiral Consultant Services
Muhammad Anis Ur Rehman, Manager, Student Services at Asia Pacific University and APIIT presenting an appreciation gift to Lonnie from EduSpiral Consultant Services

Scholarships at APIIT range from 30% to 100% depending on the students’ results in SPM, STPM, UEC, O-Levels, or the A-Levels. Sports Scholarships are also available for State and National Players.

Special scholarships are available for students from East Malaysia – Sabah and Sarawak, to assist them to achieve their educational goals.

APIIT and Asia Pacific University staff will advise and assist students in applying for the PTPN Loan.

Students interested to register at APU may go to this link.

“Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) works closely with EduSpiral Consultant Services in assisting a smooth transfer into our programmes for students from all over Malaysia.

Students who have joined APIIT through EduSpiral are very happy with their services and have found their online advise insightful and valuable. EduSpiral also provides guided tours to our campus and provides students with an in-depth view of the careers in IT, Business, Accounting, Banking and Finance and Engineering enabling them to make sound decisions.”

Muhammad Anis Ur Rehman
Manager, Student Services

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