Foundation Programme (Architecture & Design Route) at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) Malaysia

Foundation Programme (Architecture & Design Route)

Qualification

Foundation / A-level

Duration

1 years

Intake

MarMarJulJulSepSep

English Requirement

IELTS 4

Offer Letter

Free

Class Type

Physical

Course Fee for International Students

	Yearly Tuition fees
	Year	Fee
	1st Year	MYR 28,400

	Other Fees
	Description	Fee
	Library & Personal Bond Deposit (Refundable)	MYR 1,500
	University Administrative Fees	MYR 7,000
	Visa and Insurance	MYR 3,400

University fees for this course do not include 6% tax (SST)

The Foundation Programme (Architecture & Design Route) at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) in Malaysia is a 12-month course designed to prepare students with SPM, IGCSE, O-Levels, or equivalent qualifications. This program equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to transition into the first year of your chosen degree. Upon completing the Foundation Programme, you will be empowered to make informed decisions about your academic interests and follow a relevant degree path. Throughout the program, you have the flexibility to choose different routes based on your interests, allowing you to progress into specific degree programs at APU that align with your foundation experience or related fields.

Entry Requirements

SPM

5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

MODULES YOU STUDY

The studied modules assist in developing your study skills, introduce you to what to expect in your degree, and allow you to explore your study options based on your chosen path. This includes fields such as Accounting, Banking, Finance, Actuarial Studies, Psychology, Business & Management, Computing & Technology, Engineering, Industrial Design, Animation, and Visual Effects.

Semester 1 (12 weeks)

English for Academic Purpose
Communication Skills
Personal Development & Study Methods
Essentials of Web Applications
Mathematics

Note: This is a common Semester 1 across all pathways.

Semester 2 (12 weeks)

Fundamentals of Drawing
Life Drawing
Design Studies
Public Speaking in English
Major Project 1

Semester 3 (12 weeks)

Academic Research Skills
Introduction to Digital Photography
Major Project 2

Co-Curricular Studies

Choose one of the following modules:

History of Design and Media
Introduction to Architecture and Built Environment

Foundation Programme (Architecture & Design Route)

Foundation Programme (Architecture & Design Route)