Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

亚太科技大学

Last Updated: 2024-11-04 16:07:04
Type of Institution
Comprehensive university
Areas of Program
Finance & Economics, Mathematics & Natural Sciences, Business Management, Art & Design, Computer & Information Technology, Engineering Science & Technology, Communication, Humanities, Law & Social Sciences, Food, Beverage, Leisure & Tourism
Year of Establishment
1993
Leadership
Datuk Parmjit Singh (Chief Executive Officer)
Campus
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (Bukit Jalil)(Main Campus)
Student Number (local)
6700
Student Number (international)
6300

Introduction

The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is amongst Malaysia’s Premier Private Universities, and is where a unique fusion of technology, innovation and creativity works effectively towards transforming students into highly competent, employable and future-proof professionals. APU has earned an enviable reputation as an award-winning University through its achievements in winning a host of over 400 prestigious awards at local and international levels.

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is the ONLY Malaysian University to achieve the double distinction of achieving the QS “5 Stars Plus” Rating as well as being Ranked in the QS World University Ranking 2025, where APU is ranked in the Top 2.1% in the World.

Facts regarding APU’s achievements in the latest QS World University rankings:
• Ranked #611-620 in the World
• Ranked No. 186 in Asia
• Ranked No.1 for International Students in Malaysia
• Ranked No.16 in the World for International Students
• Ranked Top 200 for International Faculty in the World

APU is the First Malaysian University to achieve an overall rating of Five Stars Plus in the latest QS Stars Rating awards that were presented at the QS Apple Conference on 1st Nov 2021. Five Stars Plus institutions must achieve five star ratings across all categories in addition to achieving minimum highest benchmark score by QS STARS. APU is amongst 23 universities worldwide to achieve this honour.

APU was announced as among the Highest Rated Emerging Universities in Malaysia, being rated 5-STAR (EXCELLENT Rating) under the latest SETARA Ratings by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). APU has maintained this Excellent Rating consecutively in the SETARA 2011, 2013, 2017 as well as in the latest ratings announced on 18th Dec 2020. The SETARA ratings system measures the performance of teaching and learning in universities in Malaysia.

According to the latest Annual Graduate Tracer Study by Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia, 100% of APU graduates were employed by Graduation. This is not just a number, but a significant symbol of our success and pride in nurturing professionals for global careers. To date, over 80,000 alumni have embarked onto their careers worldwide.

For more information, visit: apu.edu.my.

Specialty

APU ranked #611-620 in the latest QS World University Rankings 2025.
APU is the First Malaysian University to achieve an overall rating of Five Stars Plus in the latest QS Stars Rating awards
APU has achieved a significant milestone by securing accreditation from the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) in the United Kingdom.
Internationally Recognized Programmes & Option for APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme
Rated 5-Stars (EXCELLENT Rating) under SETARA 2011, 2013, 2017 & 2019 by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)
Premier Digital Technology Institute of Higher Learning in Malaysia – awarded by MDEC
Rated No. 1 in Asia and Malaysia for MULTICULTURAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE* (*Student Barometer Wave 2019 (International Students), ‘Studying with people from other cultures’)
Engineering Degrees Internationally Recognized under Washington Accord
Actuarial Studies Degrees Received Maximum Exemptions under IFOA, one of the 4 Universities in Asia
Proven Track Record of Employable Graduates – 100% Employed by Graduation
More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni.
Award-Winning Students who regularly win both local and international competitions

Achievement

2024 Best University for Graduate Employability at the Private Education Excellence Awards
2024 Best University for Outstanding Institutional Award at the Private Education Excellence Awards
2024 Best Tech University at the PC.Com Award
2024 Cyber Security Innovation (Education) of the Year at the Malaysia Cyber Security Awards
2024 Champions of Employers' Top Choice at the Employers' Choice of University By Talentbank
2024 6-Star Ratings at the Employers' Choice of University By Talentbank
2024 Malaysia’s Best Language Centre (English programme) by APLC at the Malaysia Education & TVET
2024 Gold Winner (Best CyberSecurity Education Provider in Asia) Award
2024 National Champion at the James Dyson Award Malaysia
2024 Champion at the Hilti Global IT Challenge
2023 Outstanding Faculty Award (University Category) at the MDEC PDTI Awards Winners
2023 Outstanding Student Awards (1st Place, 2nd Place, & Consolation Prize) at the MDEC PDTI Awards
2023 Outstanding Faculty Member Awards (3rd Place) at the MDEC PDTI Awards Winners
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