Bachelor in Interactive Media and Immersive Technology (Honours)
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Bachelor in Interactive Media and Immersive Technology (Honours) at Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation is designed to prepare you for the multimedia and immersive technology industry, including VR, AR, Mixed Reality (MR), and Extended Reality (XR).
The programme develops your knowledge and practical skills across interactive content development, multimedia scripting and advanced multimedia development, and includes an internship or industrial training component for a smoother transition from study to workplace practice.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Learn multimedia concepts, principles, and technologies for roles such as author, animator, and modeller.
- Cover programming and system design foundations through modules including System Analysis & Design and Programming with Python.
- Build core interactive-media skills with modules such as Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse and Web Design and Development.
- Develop production-focused capabilities using modules like Digital Image Production and Digital Audio and Video.
- Complete an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare for workplace transition.
- Apply multimedia and immersive-technology skills in an industry environment during the internship period.
- Extend your familiarity with multimedia technology using both previous studies and industrial experience.
- Advance into media scripting technology and more advanced multimedia development and techniques.
- Strengthen user-focused skills through modules including User Experience and HCI and Usability.
- Create advanced content with modules such as Advanced 3D Character Modelling and Animation and Advanced Multimedia.
- Complete MQA compulsory subjects that all students must successfully complete, including Workplace Professional Skills and Integrity and Anti-corruption.
- Complete programme-level project work such as Multimedia Technology Project as part of Degree Level 3.
Curriculum
120 credit hours bachelor programme (includes Internship/Industrial Training). Credits by module are not available in the publicly accessible official programme structure content found so far.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Degree Level 1 common modules, specialised modules, and elective modules | System Analysis & Design | ||
| Programming with Python | ||||
| Mathematical Concepts for Computing | ||||
| Fundamental of Entrepreneurship | ||||
| Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse | ||||
| Web Design and Development | ||||
| Audio Visual Technology | ||||
| Introduction to Graphics & Basic 3D Applications | ||||
| Digital Image Production | ||||
| Intercultural Awareness and Cultural Diversity OR Digital Thinking and Innovation | ||||
| Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming OR Introduction to Visual Programming | ||||
| Semester 2 | Degree Level 2 common modules, specialised modules, and elective modules | Programming for Data Analysis | ||
| Innovation Process | ||||
| Research Methods for Computing and Technology | ||||
| Multimedia Applications | ||||
| Interactive Content Development | ||||
| Basic 3D Computer Character Modelling | ||||
| Digital Audio and Video | ||||
| Synthesiser Technology | ||||
| Principles of Creative Animation | ||||
| Intellectual Property, Ethics & Legal Issues | ||||
| Web Multimedia | ||||
| Web Applications OR Human Computer Interaction | ||||
| Semester 3 | Internship/Industrial Training and Degree Level 3 modules | Internship/Industrial Training (minimum 16 weeks) | ||
| Venture Building | ||||
| Project Management | ||||
| Advanced Multimedia | ||||
| HCI and Usability | ||||
| Advanced 3D Character Modelling and Animation | ||||
| Multimedia Scripting | ||||
| Multimedia Techniques for Animation, Games & Films Effects | ||||
| User Experience | ||||
| Investigations in Multimedia Technology | ||||
| Multimedia Technology Project | ||||
| Mobile and Web Multimedia OR VRAR Design Project | ||||
| MQA Compulsory Subjects block | MQA compulsory subjects | Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation | ||
| Malay Communication Language | ||||
| Philosophy and Current Issues | ||||
| Workplace Professional Skills | ||||
| Integrity and Anti-corruption | ||||
| Co-Curriculum | ||||
| Total | All modules including Internship/Industrial Training and MQA compulsory subjects | 120 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You get job-ready skills for roles that match what the programme teaches, including Multimedia Designer, Multimedia Content Designer, Digital Media Specialist, Video Editor, and Web Designer.
- The programme prepares you for immersive and interactive work through modules that develop VRAR and metaverse foundations, alongside 3D, animation, and digital asset production.
- Your 16-week internship helps you build practical, workplace-ready experience before you graduate, supporting a smoother transition into industry roles.
- Project-based learning and user-experience focused modules (such as User Experience and HCI and Usability) help you demonstrate real capabilities that employers look for in interactive media projects.
- You graduate with a recognised honours bachelor qualification that you can use to pursue further study or grow into more senior creative and production roles.
Employability rate
Employability and unemployment rates for graduates specifically from interactive media and immersive technology programmes in Malaysia are not published in a single official source, so a precise percentage cannot be confirmed here.
In general, graduates in creative and digital media roles tend to face steady demand when they can demonstrate portfolio-ready project work, so your internship and industry-aligned modules are designed to support stable early career prospects.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification (equivalent to A-Level / 12th Grade / SPM-equivalent) | International applicants may apply with qualifications such as STPM, A-Level, UEC, Matriculation/Foundation, or recognised equivalent overseas qualifications. For each pathway, APU also requires a pass in Mathematics (as stated on the programme admissions section) and an interview or portfolio review. |
| Mathematics requirement | The programme states that Mathematics must be passed in the relevant school-level qualification (or an equivalent outcome as described in the admissions notes). The programme also notes that acceptable mathematics-related achievement during Foundation may support entry when Additional Mathematics credit is not available, depending on the specific entry route. |
| MQA equivalency for international qualifications | APU states that the qualification and entry requirements for programmes are determined based on MQA published equivalency information for international qualifications. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Interactive Media and Immersive Technology / Computing & technology | Direct match | Programme modules include System Analysis & Design, Programming with Python, Web Design and Development, and Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the programme English entry requirements. The university publishes the minimum IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Pearson (PTE Academic), and MUET Band required for international students.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
Exam / assessment
| Component | Required? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Interview or portfolio review | conditional | The programme lists that applicants must pass an interview or a portfolio review as part of admission for the published entry pathways. |
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 108500 / total program | International student total fees shown for Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3; fees listed do not include deposits and other miscellaneous fees. Fees indicated exclude the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by the Malaysian Government. |
Proof of financial resources
You will need to provide evidence that you can pay for your studies and living expenses while in Malaysia. Your financial documents are used during the student pass and immigration processes.
- Provide evidence of sufficient funds to support your studies and stay in Malaysia as required for the Student Pass process.
- If requested, submit supporting financial documents such as bank statements and proof of funding in the format required by the university during application and immigration processing.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Winter intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | April 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | July 15, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | September 28, 2026 | November 24, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Winter intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Winter intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your documents and check eligibility
Review the programme admission pathways and confirm your overseas school-leaving or equivalent qualification meets the Mathematics and subject eligibility stated for international applicants. Also confirm you can provide the required English test result (IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or MUET Band 4). Plan time for your interview or portfolio review requirement, which is part of the published admission process.
Submit your application to APU
Complete the university application using the official APU application route shown on the course page. Upload your required academic documents and your English language proof during the application process. Ensure all documents are submitted in the format requested by APU before the application deadline for your intake.
Attend interview/portfolio review (if requested) and respond to admissions queries
If APU requests an interview or portfolio review, follow the instructions provided by the admissions team and submit any additional materials they ask for. Keep an eye on email notifications and application portal updates after you apply. Respond promptly so your application can progress for offer consideration.