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Foundation Programme (Architecture & Design Route)

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Program overview

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.

Curriculum

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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

Entry requirements

Foundation: high-school certificate or equivalent.

Typically IELTS 4 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Project engineer
  • Design engineer
  • Maintenance engineer
  • Engineering consultant

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

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