Rated as a 5 Star (Excellent) University by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) in 2011, 2013 and again in 2017, The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is amongst Malaysia’s Premier Private Universities, where a unique fusion of technology, innovation and creativity works effectively towards preparing professional graduates for significant roles in business and society globally. Originally established as the Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) in 1993 and Asia Pacific University College of Technology & Innovation (UCTI) in 2004, APU offers International study opportunities via collaboration with University of Staffordshire, with opportunities for overseas Study, double degrees & twinning programs. APU’s sound approach to nurturing school leavers into qualified professionals has resulted in our graduates being highly sought after by employers. 

Recognizing its commitment towards offering top-notch digital technology courses and ensuring highly skilled graduates continue to flourish and fill future digital job demands locally and globally, APU was awarded the Premier Digital Tech University status by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). This award was presented by the Minister of Higher Education Malaysia. Asia Pacific University (APU) has also received international recognition by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in 2017 with APU being awarded 5-Star in four categories of the QS Stars Rating - Teaching, Employability, Facilities and Inclusiveness. The QS Stars rating measures achievements of universities worldwide.

With an international student community of more than 12,000 students from more than 130 countries 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. All programs have a heavy focus on applied learning, with ample partnerships with industry leaders. It is APU’s aim to nurture and encourage innovation through its programmes, with the intention of producing individuals who will learn, adapt and think differently in new and better ways. 

APU also has a partnership with De Montfort University (DMU), UK  which enables students to be awarded Dual Awards - separate degree certificates from each institution – and enhances not just teaching and learning experiences, but also career prospects. Upon graduation, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Trans: 1 from APU, Malaysia and 1 from DMU, UK - both of which are recognised locally and internationally. All students who undertake Bachelors and Masters degrees at APU (except for Masters & PHD degrees with research components) will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Award scheme:

Bachelors Degrees - Additional fee of GBP 375 per year is payable should students opt for the Dual Award Scheme with De Montfort University, UK.

Masters Degrees - Additional fee of GBP 475 per year is payable should students opt for the Dual Award Scheme with De Montfort University, UK.