Bachelor in Interactive Media and Immersive Technology (Honours)

Program Overview

Bachelor in Interactive Media and Immersive Technology (Honours)

Course Details

• Full Time
• Duration: 3 years
• Intake Date: 17 July 2025, 29 September 2025, 25 November 2025
• Awarding Body: APU, Malaysia

Why choose APU?

• Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University
• 5-Star Excellence Rating (SETARA)
• 100% Employability Rate
• Ranked No.16 for International Students in the World
• More than 80,000 Graduates & Alumni

Dual Degree

• APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme
• Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme.
• Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

Admission Requirements

• General Requirements
  • Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree
    • STPM: 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a Pass in Mathematics at SPM.
    • A-Level: 2 Passes in A-Level and with a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent.
    • UEC: 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects including a Pass in Mathematics.
    • Matriculation/ Foundation: A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent.
  • Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree
    • ICT Related Platforms: Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent.

English Requirements

• International Students
  • IELTS: 5.5
  • TOEFL IBT: 46
  • Pearson (PTE): 51
  • MUET: Band 4

Programme Outline

• What We Teach
  • In depth knowledge of multimedia concepts, principles, and technologies.
  • The knowledge and skills required to work in the multimedia industry as an author, animator, or modeller.
  • The specific skills required to create 3D models and animation, digital music, video, and similar creative assets.

Degree Level 1

• Common Modules
  • System Analysis & Design
  • Programming with Python
  • Mathematical Concepts for Computing
  • Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
• Specialised Modules
  • Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse
  • Web Design and Development
  • Audio Visual Technology
  • Introduction to Graphics & Basic 3D Applications
  • Digital Image Production
• Elective Modules (Choose 2)
  • Intercultural Awareness and Cultural Diversity OR Digital Thinking and Innovation
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming OR Introduction to Visual Programming

Degree Level 2

• Common Modules
  • Programming for Data Analysis
  • Innovation Process
  • Research Methods for Computing and Technology
• Specialised Modules
  • 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
• Elective Modules (Choose 1)
  • Web Applications
  • Human Computer Interaction

Internship (16 Weeks)

• Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

Degree Level 3

• Common Modules
  • Venture Building
  • Project Management
• Specialised Modules
  • 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
• Elective Modules (Choose 1)
  • Mobile and Web Multimedia
  • VRAR Design Project

MQA Compulsory Subjects

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
• Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Workplace Professional Skills
• Integrity and Anti-corruption
• Co-Curriculum

Computing & Technology

• Collaborative Industrial Partners
• Industry-academia collaboration is a strategic necessity to ensure the quality and relevance of our programmes.

Facilities

• Facilities at APU
• The APU Centre Point & Atrium serves as a melting pot of cultures from all over the world.

Career Path

• Multimedia Designer
• Animator
• Multimedia Content Designer
• Digital Media Specialist
• Video Editor
• Creative Director
• 2D/3D Graphic Designer
• Multimedia Artist
• Web Designer
• Graphic Designer
• Interface Designer
• Multimedia Producer
• Video Specialist

Fees & Certification

• Malaysian: RM32,900 (Year 1), RM34,000 (Year 2), RM35,300 (Year 3), RM102,200 (Total)
• International: RM33,600 (Year 1), RM34,800 (Year 2), RM36,200 (Year 3), RM104,600 (Total)
• MQA Cert: Programme code: (R2/0211/6/0044)(04/26)(MQA/FA0364)