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Diploma · International Relations

Diploma in International Studies

at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

APU Main Campus (Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Details last verified 23 Sep 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.

Course at a glance

University
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation
Campus
APU Main Campus (Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Study level
Diploma
Field
International Relations
Discipline
International Relations
Duration
2 years
Study mode
Full-time
Qualification
Diploma in International Studies
Intakes
September 2026, November 2026
Tuition
Total tuition: MYR 54,200
Entry requirements
Academic: 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects including English in UEC;Academic: 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects including English at IGCSE/O-Levels;Academic: 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects including English at SPM level, with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);Academic: A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.Academic: Credit in English is required at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or equivalent.Academic: Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent;English: IELTS · minimum score 5English: MUET · minimum score 3.5English: Pearson (PTE) · minimum score 47English: TOEFL IBT · minimum score 2.5 (new TOEFL 1-6 scale)

Details last updated 23 Sep 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.

About this course

Diploma in international studies, building research, IT, communication and analytical skills with an international relations and global business component. APU lists it as a full-time programme of 2+ years.

Fees

  • Total tuition

    Total for International. The page states fees exclude deposits and other miscellaneous fees, and that all information is correct at the time of publication but subject to change. For international students the page states fees exclude 6% SST.

    MYR 54,200

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Application fee

    Stage 1: visa processing (EMGS) and application & processing fees, payable when the offer is accepted; non-refundable once accepted. The guide states fees exclude 6% SST and are subject to change without prior notice.

    MYR 3,400

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official document · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Registration fee

    Registration and administrative fee for international students (includes the student ID card fee), payable on student pass visa approval. The guide states fees exclude 6% SST and are subject to change without prior notice.

    MYR 5,000

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official document · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Other compulsory fee

    Stage 2: post-arrival processing, EMGS medical check-up, one year of medical insurance, i-Kad, eVAL and one year of student pass fees. The guide states fees exclude 6% SST and are subject to change without prior notice.

    MYR 2,000

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official document · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.

Intakes

  • September 2026 (24 September 2026)

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • November 2026 (19 November 2026)

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

Entry requirements

  • Academic

    3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects including English in UEC;

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects including English at IGCSE/O-Levels;

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    3 Credits in at least 3 subjects including English at SPM level, with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    Credit in English is required at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or equivalent.

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • Academic

    Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent;

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement for International Students: IELTS : 5.0

    IELTS · minimum score 5

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement for International Students: MUET : Band 3.5

    MUET · minimum score 3.5

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement for International Students: Pearson (PTE) : 47

    Pearson (PTE) · minimum score 47

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

  • English language

    English requirement for International Students: TOEFL IBT : 2.5

    TOEFL IBT · minimum score 2.5 (new TOEFL 1-6 scale)

    Source: official website · retrieved 22 Sep 2026

Study guides

Quick answers about this course

When can I start Diploma in International Studies?

Intakes stored for this course: September 2026 and November 2026. Intakes can change, so confirm the date before you apply.

How long does Diploma in International Studies take?

2 years, full-time, as stored for this course.

How much does Diploma in International Studies cost?

Total tuition: MYR 54,200. Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.

What English score do I need?

Stored for this course: IELTS, minimum score 5; MUET, minimum score 3.5; Pearson (PTE), minimum score 47; TOEFL IBT, minimum score 2.5. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.

Where is it taught?

APU Main Campus (Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur.

How do I apply, and which documents are needed?

The Entry requirements section on this page lists what the university has stated. You can also ask a Zawqari advisor on WhatsApp.

Interested in this course?

A Zawqari advisor can answer your questions on WhatsApp. We aim to respond within about 30 minutes; this is not guaranteed.

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