Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is a private university in Bukit Jalil, south of Kuala Lumpur, teaching in English. Its website lists study areas in computing, engineering, business, accounting, design and more, and says students come from over 130 countries.
Fees, deadlines and requirements can change; confirm them on the university's official pages before applying. Information last reviewed: 3 October 2026
About
The campus is in Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, which the university says is under 16 km from the Petronas Twin Towers. It is listed in the Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQR) of the MQA. The university states that its engineering degrees are accredited by the Board of Engineers Malaysia, that accounting and finance programmes carry professional accreditations such as ACCA and CIMA, and that it holds MDEC Premier Digital Tech Institution status. Founding year and student totals were not verified on an official page.
Location
Jalan Teknologi 5, Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur. The university describes the site as on the KL-Seremban highway.
World rankings
| Ranking body | Overall rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | 528 (QS WUR 2027) | Link |
| Times Higher Education (THE) | Not verified at source | — |
| U.S. News Best Global Universities | Not verified at source | — |
| ARWU / Shanghai Ranking | Not verified at source | — |
Figures are overall institutional ranks, not subject rankings, and change every year; check each ranking body for the latest edition.
Programmes
- Computing and technology
- Engineering
- Business and management
- Accounting, finance and banking
- Design, creative media and digital marketing
- Actuarial studies, hospitality and tourism, international relations, game development, psychology, education, architecture
Admission requirements
Bachelor's
Applications are made online, and the university advises applying 6 to 8 weeks before the intake. Documents include academic certificates, passport and an English proficiency result; forecast results may be submitted if final results are pending. Programme-level entry requirements were not found on the procedures page, so check the individual programme page.
Postgraduate
Master's and doctoral entry requirements were not verified from an official page. Check the relevant programme page on the university website.
English language requirements
The university accepts results such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and MUET, but the minimum scores did not appear on the pages we read. Not verified; check the programme page or ask admissions.
Fees and cost of living
The university states a pre-arrival processing fee for international students of RM3,600 (about USD 950), covering visa processing, application fees, airport assistance and initial accommodation; it is non-refundable once accepted. Per-programme tuition was not published on the pages we read and is not verified; request it from the university.
Application deadlines
Recommended application time is 6 to 8 weeks before the intake. Intake months were not listed on the pages we read; the site points to an Intake Calendar 2026. The international merit award page gives 31 October 2026 as its deadline.
Scholarships and financial aid
For 2026 the university lists merit awards as tuition discounts for international students, by qualification: for example A-Levels AAA 30%, AAB 20%, ABB or AAC 10%; IB Diploma 34+ points 30%. Awards are yearly, renewable with a CGPA of 2.50 or above, first-come-first-served and secured by paying the RM3,600 application fee. Deadline stated: 31 October 2026.
International students
The university says students come from over 130 countries. International students apply for a student pass through EMGS. The number of international students was not verified.
Campus life and housing
On-campus residence at Technology Park Malaysia offers en-suite rooms with shared kitchen, apartments and two-room units. Listed 2026 prices: single rooms about RM1,190 to 1,600 per month, twin rooms about RM990 to 1,050 per person, plus a one-off RM400 charge. Amenities listed include 24-hour security, WiFi, swimming pool and laundry.
Why students choose it
- Listed in the Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQA).
- QS World University Rankings 2027: rank 528 (seen on the QS page).
- Pre-arrival fee published clearly: RM3,600.
- Merit awards of 10% to 30% off tuition for international students, by qualification (2026).
How to apply
- Choose the programme and level (bachelor's / master's / PhD) that fits your academic background.
- Check admission, language and deadline details on the university's official page (links under Sources).
- Prepare documents: transcripts, certificates, passport, English test result, and any essays or references required.
- Submit through the university portal, Common App or UCAS depending on the institution, and pay any fee.
- After admission: obtain the admission document (e.g. I-20 or CAS), then visa and housing.
Almorad helps prepare and follow up your application but cannot guarantee admission; the decision belongs to the university. Contact us or browse the universities list.
FAQ
Is APU recognised in Malaysia?
It is listed in the MQR of the MQA. Check that your specific programme is also listed before enrolling.
What are the tuition fees?
We did not find per-programme tuition on the pages we read. The published figure is a RM3,600 pre-arrival fee. Check the programme page or request a fee quote.
What IELTS score is required?
IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and MUET are accepted, but we did not verify the minimums, which vary by programme.
Are there scholarships?
Yes, merit awards of 10% to 30% off tuition for international students by qualification; the stated deadline is 31 October 2026. The university decides awards.
Does Almorad guarantee admission?
No. Almorad prepares and follows your application, but the university makes the final decision.
Sources
- Official website — https://www.apu.edu.my/
- APU international application procedures — https://www.apu.edu.my/international-students-application-procedures
- APU international merit awards — https://www.apu.edu.my/apu-international-students-scholarships-merit-awards
- APU on-campus residence — https://www.apu.edu.my/apu-on-campus-residence
- APU about — https://www.apu.edu.my/about-apu
- MQA MQR listing — https://www2.mqa.gov.my/mqr/english/eakrKPList.cfm?IDAkrIPTS=4
- Ranking QS — https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/asia-pacific-university-technology-innovation-apu
Cover photo: Kuala Lumpur skyline (a city landmark, not the campus) — CEphoto, Uwe Aranas, CC BY-SA 3.0 — via Wikimedia Commons.
