Master of Philosophy in Immersive Technologies and Video Game Studies
APU University Malaysia
Master of Philosophy in Immersive Technologies and Video Game Studies
APU University Malaysia
| Yearly Tuition fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Fee | ||
| 1st Year | MYR 16,000 | ||
| 2nd Year | MYR 16,000 | ||
| Other Fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Fee | ||
| Library & Personal Bond Deposit (Refundable) | MYR 1,500 | ||
| Visa and Insurance | MYR 3,400 | ||
| University Administrative Fees | MYR 6,500 | ||
Master of Philosophy in Immersive Technologies and Video Game Studies — APU Malaysia
A research-focused MPhil preparing immersive experience designers and scholars. The programme develops advanced technical expertise in immersive technologies, innovation and idea management, and deep domain knowledge across management and computing. It also provides advanced research training and skills to pursue a PhD and roles such as Interactive Experience Designer, Advanced UX Strategist, Immersive Digital Innovation Specialist, or Immersive Technology Scholar–Practitioner.
The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) has reached a new milestone with the opening of its state-of-the-art Game Development Lab & Studio. Designed to reflect professional international studios, this facility supports APU’s industry-focused game development programs and its role as Malaysia’s e-Sports Focus Centre appointed by the Ministry of Higher Education. Equipped with high-performance workstations featuring RTX 5070 GPUs and Intel Core Ultra CPUs, the lab gives students hands-on experience with industry-standard tools. Taught by lecturers with real-world experience and guided by a curriculum developed with leading studios like Larian Studios, APU prepares graduates for careers in game development, interactive media, simulation, digital content creation, and immersive design. Visitors can also explore gaming history in the on-site Video Games Mini Museum.
APU has unveiled Malaysia’s first university-curated, publicly accessible Video Games Mini Museum. The collection highlights landmark moments in gaming history, featuring consoles such as the Magnavox Odyssey—the world’s first commercially released home video game system—and the iconic Atari 2600 in its various forms. Visitors can also view a complete lineup of Nintendo hardware spanning generations from 1977 to 2006, along with classic game arcade exhibits.
More than a static display, the museum demonstrates APU’s dedication to combining historical insight, industry relevance, and hands-on learning. It gives students and the public an opportunity to explore the technological, cultural, and social development of video games.
Visit the Mini Museum to step back in time, revisit childhood memories, and trace the evolution of gaming innovation on APU’s world-class campus.
For other qualifications and certificates (e.g.,related fields,Other qualifications equivalent to aBachelor’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.
Students enrolled in the Research Degree programme may convert to PhD candidacy if they meet all of the following criteria:
(a) Show excellent progress in their research.
(b) Demonstrate that their project can be expanded to PhD level.
(c) Pass a rigorous assessment.
Successful conversion changes the student’s status from Research Degree candidate to PhD candidate, with the candidature start date backdated to the original Research Degree registration date. This allows the student to obtain a PhD in a shorter timeframe without having to complete a separate Master’s programme.
This programme is research-led and assessed through oral presentations and written reports at several stages, including: Proposal Defence, regular half-yearly progress reviews at research colloquia, Work Completion Defence, Thesis Examination, and Viva Voce. Students are required to complete one taught module in Research Methodology to acquire the prerequisite knowledge for effective research. Regular meetings with supervisors are expected to guide the research direction and to ensure the quality and significance of the findings.
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