Study computer science and AI in Malaysia: APU's Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence)
Asia Pacific University's three-year artificial intelligence degree in Kuala Lumpur, set out for Indian applicants: the published international fees in rupees, the entry route for 12th grade students, the English scores, the module list by year, the 16-week internship and the intake dates. We work with 34 partner universities, and our Calicut team guides students into Malaysia every intake.
The degree at a glance
Malaysia artificial intelligence at APU: what this degree is
The Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence) is taught at Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU), Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. APU lists the programme code as R2/0613/6/0041 (06/29) with MQA/FA4621, and the degree sits in its School of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.
It trains you to design systems using machine learning, fuzzy logic and natural language processing, to evaluate algorithms and design paradigms, and to find new uses for AI. Students on the bachelor's programme can opt into the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme, which gives two degree certificates: one from APU and one from De Montfort University in the UK.
What you actually study
The Malaysia AI degree, module by module
APU splits the degree into three levels. The module lists are as published on the APU course page; MQA compulsory subjects, including Malay Communication Language for international students, run alongside them.
Level 1: foundations
- Introduction to Networking
- Systems Software and Computing Concepts
- Introduction to Databases
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Python Programming
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Integrated Computer Systems
- Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
- Mathematical Concepts for Computing
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
Level 2: AI methods
- Innovation Process
- Research Methods for Computing and Technology
- System Development Methods
- Object Oriented Development with Java
- Systems and Network Administration
- Web Applications
- Concurrent Programming
- Data Structures
- Programming for Data Analysis
- AI Methods
- Imaging and Special Effects
Internship: 16 weeks
- A minimum 16-week internship or industrial training
- Placed between Level 2 and Level 3 on APU’s module list
- Prepares the move from classroom to workplace
Level 3: advanced AI and project
- Venture Building
- Project Management
- Investigations in Artificial Intelligence
- Algorithmics
- User Experience
- Advanced Database Systems
- Text Analytics and Sentiment Analysis
- Image Processing, Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition
- Further Artificial Intelligence
- Optimization and Deep Learning
- Project in Artificial Intelligence
Source: APU course page for the Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence). Compulsory MQA subjects: Philosophy and Current Issues, Workplace Professional Skills, Integrity and Anti-corruption, Co-Curriculum and Malay Communication Language (international students).
Published fees, converted
Malaysia fees for this APU degree, in ringgit and rupees
APU publishes international undergraduate fees by degree level, in a fee guide marked January 2026. The Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence group falls under its Information Technology line. Rupee figures are our conversions at RM1 = Rs23.4525 (29 October 2026 rate). The fees exclude 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST), which APU says applies throughout the studies.
Degree Level 1 (year 1), full payment
≈ Rs8.18 lakh
Published as RM34,900 (USD 9,185) if paid in full, or RM18,200 in each of semester 1 and semester 2. Excludes 6% SST.Degree Level 2 (year 2), full payment
≈ Rs8.47 lakh
Published as RM36,100 (USD 9,500) if paid in full, or RM18,900 per semester. Excludes 6% SST.Degree Level 3 (year 3), full payment
≈ Rs8.79 lakh
Published as RM37,500 (USD 9,870) if paid in full, or RM19,600 per semester. Excludes 6% SST.Three levels added together (full payment)
≈ Rs25.45 lakh
Our arithmetic on the three published full-payment figures (RM34,900 + RM36,100 + RM37,500). Before 6% SST, deposits and other fees.Admission from India
Malaysia entry route for this APU degree from India
APU does not publish an Indian Class 12 percentage for this degree. It says overseas qualifications equivalent to 12th Grade, A Level or HSC are accepted, and that equivalence follows the MQA list of international qualifications.
A-Level style route (12th grade equivalent)
Source: APU course page admission requirements, checked 10 November 2026. APU says an overseas 12th Grade/HSC equivalent is accepted.
Other published routes
Candidates without a credit in Additional Mathematics may need a Further Mathematics pre-requisite module in the first semester.
What this means for Class 12. The published rule asks for passes in Mathematics and one Science or ICT subject, with APU applying the MQA equivalence list to your board. Because APU has not published a board-by-board mark for India, we send your marksheet and ask APU to confirm the route before you apply.
English evidence
Malaysia English requirement for APU international students
APU lists the English requirement for international students as IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 40, Pearson PTE 47 or MUET Band 3.5.
Source: APU course page, International Students section, checked 10 November 2026.When you can start
Malaysia intakes for this degree: three dates
APU lists three intake dates for this degree. The first, 24 November 2026, is very close, so a student starting from India would need the offer, Student Pass and English evidence in place quickly. March and July 2027 give more room.
Students undertake an internship or industrial training of at least 16 weeks. We plan the intake so the internship, visa renewal and EMGS timelines line up.
After the degree
Malaysia AI internship and project work in the course
After Level 2 you complete the 16-week internship, then move into Level 3, which covers deep learning, computer vision, text analytics and sentiment analysis, and a Project in Artificial Intelligence on a real-world problem. APU says the final year project is where you combine technical knowledge, critical thinking and analysis into a personal portfolio.
APU also lists a dual degree option with De Montfort University. Ask us how the dual degree changes the plan and cost before you decide.
Questions families ask us
Malaysia AI degree at APU: FAQ
Is this the same as APU's Computer Science degree?
No. APU lists a separate Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence) with its own module list. We help you compare it with the other APU computing degrees.
Are the fees per year or for the whole degree?
APU publishes fees by degree level, which is by year, with a full-payment or semester option. The table on this page shows each level and our sum of the three full-payment figures, before 6% SST.
Can I apply with CBSE or a State board Class 12?
APU accepts overseas qualifications equivalent to 12th Grade and applies the MQA equivalence list. It has not published a board-by-board mark, so we ask APU to confirm your route.
Can I change the course after getting the visa?
APU says international students are not allowed to change the course of study once the visa has been applied for, and must apply for a new Student Pass to change programme. Choose carefully before the visa stage.
Evidence
Sources for this Malaysia course page
- APU: Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) (Artificial Intelligence) - duration, intakes, entry routes, English scores, module lists, internship, programme code, dual degree. Checked 10 November 2026.
- APU: international undergraduate fee guide (January 2026) - fees by degree level, SST, application and processing fees, change-of-course rule. Checked 10 November 2026.
- APU: contact and location - Technology Park Malaysia, Bukit Jalil. Checked 10 November 2026.
- Photograph: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0). Rupee conversions at RM1 = Rs23.4525 (29 October 2026 historical rate, za.investing.com).
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