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Duration
3 years
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Intake Date
13 March 2025
17 July 2025
29 September 2025
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Awarding Body
APU, Malaysia
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
Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree
STPM
  • A Pass in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects.
A-Level
  • 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level.
UEC
  • 5 Grade B’s in UEC.
Matriculation/ Foundation
  • A Pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.00.
Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree
Related Diploma
  • A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
  • A pass in DKM / DLKM / DVM with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subjected to HEP Senate/ Academic Board’s approval.

Equivalent qualification and / or experience which is recognised by the Senate / institution. 

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 : 5.5
  • TOEFL IBT : 46
  • Pearson (PTE) : 51
  • MUET : Band 4

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    Portfolio & Interview Guide For Application Into APU Design Programmes

Application

Application Process

As part of the entry requirements into the APU Design Degrees, it is mandatory for the applicant to submit either one of the following for evaluation together with complete educational documents:
 

  • Portfolio Submission
  • Interview
DESCRIPTION

Programme Description

"Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive."

 - Walt Disney

 

Animation is one of the fastest-growing industries worldwide. It has been a huge technological development in the last decade, from traditional 2D hand-drawn to digital 3D animation. In today’s digital world, the application of animation isn’t simply restricted to films. It facilitates exciting career opportunities in various sectors like Advertising, Print media, TV production and Gaming.

This programme aims to develop you as a creative animator. The animation route offers the opportunity to specialize in modeling, animating and compositing based applications in the creation of character filmmaking.

The programme focuses on the many aspects of the fundamental animation processes and design skillsets in the creative industry, while exploring on different animation techniques ranging from 2D traditional to CG animation.

You’ll be involved in the development of animated content, with emphasis on critical, analytical and problem-solving skills. You will also gain production experience through industrial training as emphasis is placed on professional practice for greater employment prospects through animation.

Programme Outline

What We Teach

This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
 

  • Solid animation and design fundamentals, strong technical skills, critical, analytical thinking skills and good communication skills.
  • Degree Level 1

    Year 1 focuses on many aspects of the fundamentals in animation and design skillsets in the creative industry, especially in the animation field. You will explore thoroughly on different animation techniques ranging from 2D traditional to CG animation.

    Core Modules
     
    • Animation Principles
    • Illustration for Concept Art
    • 3D Pipeline
    • Creative Project
    • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
    • Digital 2D Animation
    • Digital 3D Animation
    • Digital Illustration
    • Motion Graphics
  • Degree Level 2

    Year 2 involves the development of animated content in greater depth, that emphasise on critical and analytical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. This includes character creation, character performance, motion design, rigging, effects and simulation. You will also gain production experience through industrial training towards the end of the second year.

    Core Modules 
     
    • Film Shorts & Stings: Proposal
    • Film Shorts & Stings: Production
    • Character Creation
    • Character Animation
    • Rigging for Animation
    • Set Design
    • Effects and Simulation
    Elective Modules 
     
    • Visual Culture
    • Production Planning and Management
  • Internship (16 Weeks)

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

  • Degree Level 3

    In Year 3, you will be specialised in your area of interest to produce a series of animation project which showcases your significant talent and ability to work in a team. Emphasis is placed on professional practice in preparation for graduation and greater employment prospect through animation.

    Core Modules
     
    • Team Animation Project: Proposal
    • Team Animation Project: Production
    • Animation Project: Proposal
    • Animation Project: Production
    • Research Project Report
    • Venture Building
    • Sound Design
    • Exhibition Design
    • Intellectual Property Basics
  • MQA Compulsory Subjects*

    • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
    • Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
    • Philosophy and Current Issues
    • Workplace Professional Skills
    • Integrity and Anti-corruption
    • Co-Curriculum
    (*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
PORTFOLIO

Student Portfolios

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CINTIQ

CINTIQ Drawing Studio

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APU Design Showcase - Animation

The World

 

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Career Path

Your Career Path

2D Animator
3D Animator
Concept Artist
Storyboard Artist
3D Modeller
Production Designer
Look Development Artist
Set Designer
2D Rigging Artist
3D Technical Artist
Visual Effect Artist
Motion Graphic Designer
Compositor
Video Editor
Script Writer
Production Coordinator
Animation Director
Producer
FEES & Certification

Ready, Set, Go.

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

Malaysian

RM31,700

Year 1

RM32,800

Year 2

RM33,800

Year 3

RM98,300

Total for Malaysian

International

RM32,000
(USD8,000)

Year 1

RM33,100
(USD8,275)

Year 2

RM34,400
(USD8,600)

Year 3

RM99,500
(USD24,875)

Total for International

Programme code : (R/0211/6/0034)(07/29)(MQA/FA11863)

* 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.