Course Details

FULL TIME

Duration

1 year 5 months

Intake Date

24 September 2026
22 November 2026

Awarding Body

APIIT, Certificate
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DK121(W)

REQUIREMENTS

Admission Requirements

General Requirements

SPM

 1 Credit in any subject at SPM level with a minimum of a pass in Mathematics# , Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History);

IGCSE/O-LEVELS

 1 Credits (Grade C & above) in any subject with a Pass in Mathematics# at IGCSE/O-Levels;

UEC

 1 Credit (Grade B & above) in any subject with a Pass in Mathematics# at UEC;

A qualification that APIIT accepts as equivalent to the above.

# Candidates without a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Levels or equivalent, need to take and pass the reinforcement Mathematics module before the commencement of the Certificate Programme.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the “Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)” published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). 

 

English Requirements

International Students
  • IELTS : 4.0
  • TOEFL IBT : 30-31
  • Pearson (PTE) : 36
  • MUET : Band 3
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PROGRAMME OUTLINE

What We Teach

This APIIT Certificate in Information & Communication Technology is designed to provide:

  • Strong communication, leadership and ICT skills as well as fundamental knowledge to take on a career in this challenging and ever changing IT world.
  • Opportunities for progression into Diploma Programme or to embark on a career in Computing, Software Engineering, and various other applications of IT.
Semester 1

Modules

  • Basic Mathematics
  • Data Communications & Network
  • Database Concepts
  • Fundamentals of Information System
  • Basic Research Skill
Semester 2

Modules

  • Integrated Systems Technology
  • Introduction to Mobile Systems
  • Introduction to Operating Systems
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
Semester 3

Modules

  • Web Design & Technology
  • System Analysis & Design Fundamentals
  • Fundamentals of Cyber Security
  • Fundamentals of Visual Programming
  • Networking & Cloud Technologies
Semester 4

Modules

  • Personal Skills
  • Youth Development
Internship (8 Weeks)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 8 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

 

In addition, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-Curricular Activities.
Further Studies

Upon successful completion of this programme, you will be eligible to progress into any of the following diploma programmes offered at APU:

 

  • Diploma in Information and Communication Technology
  • Diploma in Information and Communication Technology with a specialism in Software Engineering
  • Diploma in Information and Communication Technology with a specialism in Data Informatics
  • Diploma in Information and Communication Technology with a specialism in Interactive Technology
  • Diploma in Business Information Technology
  • Diploma in Design and Media#
    Note: Students who have successfully completed the Certificate Programme may be allowed to transfer credits into the respective Diploma Programmes subject to general terms of credit transfer policy and as a result may be allowed to commence the Diploma directly from semester two.

    # Students Progressing to Diploma in Design and Media are required to commence from semester one.

    DIPLOMA

    Explore related programme

    Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) – DK121(W) Aras 2 Blok A & Aras 4 Blok B, Jalan Teknologi 5, Taman Teknologi Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

    Connect with us via email at info@apiit.edu.my or by phone at +603 8996 1000

    FACILITIES

    Facilities at APU

    The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world. Here, cultural activities are organised regularly at the campus, fostering long-lasting intercultural relationships among APU students, who come from over 130 countries.

    FEES & CERTIFICATION

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    Whether you are locals or traveling here, we have the options for you to pursue your dreams.

     

    MALAYSIAN

    RM19,500

    Total for Malaysian

     

    INTERNATIONAL

    RM22,400
    (USD5,895)

    Total for International

    MQA Cert

    Programme code : (R2/0611/3/0021)(02/30)(MQA/FA5379)

    * Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. 
    * For international student, fees indicated exclude the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by the Malaysian Government. This tax is applicable to all fees throughout the duration of the studies.
    * Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
     

    All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.

    Note : All fees are payable in Ringgit Malaysia (RM). Any USD amounts indicated by APU are for reference only and are non-binding. The final amount payable is the RM amount stated in the official invoice, and the University will not entertain any claims arising from foreign exchange fluctuations.