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Course Details

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Duration
2 years 6 months
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Intake Date
06 March 2025
22 May 2025
03 July 2025
25 September 2025
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Awarding Body
APU, Diploma
About APU

Why choose APU?

Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2024)
No.1 for International Students in Malaysia (QS World University Ranking 2025)
5-Star Excellence Rating SETARA
5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
100% Employability Rate
100% Employability Rate
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni
Requirements

Admission Requirements

General Requirements
SPM
  • 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics and any Science Subject (Science, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology) with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia, Sejarah (History) and English;
IGCSE/O-LEVELS
  • 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/ O-Levels including Mathematics and any Science Subjects (Science, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology) with a minimum Pass in English at SPM/ O-Level/ IGCSE;
UEC
  • 3 Credit (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC including Mathematics and any Science subject (Science, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology) with a Pass in English;
STPM
  • Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) or its equivalent with a pass in Mathematics, English and ONE (1) relevant science/technical/vocational subject at the SPM level;
Certificate
  • Recognised Certificate in Engineering/Engineering Technology or its equivalent;
  • Recognised related Vocational and Technical/ Skills Certificate or its equivalent with ONE (1) year of relevant work experience or a minimum of ONE (1) semester of a bridging programme;
 
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.    

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
 
English Requirements
International Students
  • IELTS : 5.0
  • TOEFL IBT : 40
  • Pearson (PTE) : 47
  • MUET : Band 3.5

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Programme Outline

What We Teach

This APU Diploma in Mechatronic Engineering is designed to provide:

  • Knowledge, skills and attributes enabling them to develop a broad understanding on well defined challenges in the engineering industry in accordance with the Dublin Accord.
  • Industrial training is incorporated into the syllabus to enable a generation of future proof aspiring engineers.
  • Soft skills which include communication skills, teamwork and life-long learning skills which remain pertinent to the resolution of challenges encountered today and in the future are provided.
  • Students with academic and professional skills to develop solutions requiring a holistic yet innovative outlook in mechatronics engineering.
  • Students with opportunity to progress seamlessly into degrees recognized by the Washington Accord in relevant areas and a Masters in Engineering from the United Kingdom.
  • Semester 1

    In the first semester, students will be taught Instrumentation focusing on control processes that use sensory technology. The Circuit Analysis module explains and finds out the current and voltage in each element of a network using Kirchhoff’s law, network theorems and nodal and mesh analysis. Software based Engineering drawing will also be introduced to complement manufacturing of product.

    Modules

    • Instrumentation
    • Fundamentals of Engineering Mathematics
    • Circuit Analysis
    • Engineering Drawing
  • Semester 2

    Continuation from semester 1; students study Mathematics in more depth. The Analogue Electronics module aims to introduce student to analogue circuits and its analysis. In addition, programming knowledge of the student is enhanced through Python.

    Modules

    • Engineering Mathematics 1
    • Analogue Electronics
    • Programming with Python
  • Semester 3

    In semester 3, students will continue studying Mathematics. They would also learn the fundamental principle of logic circuits and their applications in digital system. Student are also exposed to number systems, Boolean algebra and Karnaugh map techniques to construct simplified digital circuits, latches, flip flops and simple asynchronous and synchronous counters.

    Modules

    • Engineering Mathematics 2
    • Digital Electronics
  • Semester 4

    From semester 4 onwards, students are introduced to material science and robotics. Material science is used to apply the basic principles of chemistry and physics to understand the structure and properties of materials which is crucial when designing systems. Robotics deals with the design, construction, operation, and use of robots and computer systems for their control, sensory feedback, and information processing. Students could create their own robots using the knowledge they gained.

    Modules

    • Material Science
    • Robotics
  • Semester 5

    Two of the modules in semester 5 involves programming languages. Students are also exposed to Industrial management, safety, and ethics. Entrepreneurship module prepares students for developing a mindset for thinking creatively using innovation, recognising opportunities, and generating entrepreneurial ideas.

    Modules

    • Thermo-Fluids
    • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
    • Problem Solving and Programme Design Using C

    Elective 1

    • Applied Mechanics
    • Fundamental of Petroleum Engineering*

    Elective 2

    • Microprocessor Systems
    • Petroleum Geochemistry*
  • Semester 6

    In semester 6, Mechatronics students use CAD software to analyse complex mechanical, electronic, or other engineering systems. Thermo-fluid module combines coverage of basic thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer which remain fundamental in maintaining a high efficacy of production processes and in the subsequent design of products or systems.

    Modules

    • Computer-Aided Design & Manufacturing
    • Industrial Management, Safety and Ethics
    • Engineering Project

    Elective 3

    • PLC and Pneumatics
    • Elements of Reservoir Rock and Fluid*

    Elective 4

    • Systems and Control
    • Petroleum Geology*
  • Semester 7 - Internship (16 weeks)

    Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

    PETROLEUM EXPLORATION SPECIALISM*

    Student who intended to pursue Bachelor of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering with Honours in the future will need to take the modules with (*) as electives.

    *In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-curricular Activities.

     
  • Further Studies

    Upon successful completion of this programme and fulfilment of requirements for credit transfer, you will be eligible to progress into Level 2 of the following degree programmes offered at APU.

    • Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Honours
    • Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering with Honours
    • Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours
    • Bachelor of Computer Engineering with Honours
    • Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering with Honours

    For the full listing of our Diploma Programmes, please refer to the Pre-University programme brochure.
Facilities

Facilities at APU

The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world. Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.

 

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FEES & Certification

Ready, Set, Go.

Whether you are locals or traveling here, we have the options for you to pursue your dreams.

Malaysian

RM49,200

Total for Malaysian

International

RM52,600
(USD12,235)

Total for International

* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.

All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.