Cyber security in Malaysia: a three-year Computer Science degree at APU with a 16-week internship

Asia Pacific University (APU) teaches this BSc (Hons) in Computer Science with a Cyber Security focus over three years in Kuala Lumpur. You get APU's published 2026 fees for each degree level in rupees, the entry rules for 12th Grade, English, the modules, the internship and the three intakes. We work with 34 partner universities, and our Calicut team guides students into Malaysia every intake.

A road and apartment towers in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, near the Technology Park Malaysia area
A view of the Bukit Jalil area, Kuala Lumpur, not an APU building. Photo: Wiki Farazi via Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped, resized and converted to WebP.

The degree at a glance

Malaysia cyber security at APU: what this degree is

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Cyber Security) is taught at Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. APU lists the programme code as R/0613/6/0029 (08/29) (MQA/FA12440) and says the degree is designed to give an edge with the latest technologies in line with Industrial Revolution 4.0. The Cyber Security route adds modules such as Practical CTF Strategies, Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing, and Advanced Cyber Security.

APU says students on its bachelor degrees can opt in to the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme, which gives two certificates, one from APU and one from De Montfort University, UK. We confirm the current terms of that option with APU before you rely on it.

Our MQR check. The Malaysian Qualifications Register lists MQA/FA12440 for Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation as Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Cyber Security), MQF level 6, starting 25/03/2022. The register says that from 2007 accreditation is perpetual unless stated otherwise.

SchoolSchool of Cybersecurity and Forensics, APU
Duration3 years, full-time
Intakes24 Nov 2026, 25 Mar 2027, 6 Jul 2027
Programme code (as published)R/0613/6/0029, MQA/FA12440

What you actually study

The Malaysia cyber security curriculum, year by year

APU calls the three years Degree Level 1, 2 and 3. Level 1 is a computing foundation. Levels 2 and 3 add cyber security modules and elective tracks in general cybersecurity, secure programming, secure operations, cyberpsychology and quantum computing.

Degree Level 1

  • System Software and Computing Concepts
  • Introduction to Networking
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Python Programming
  • Digital Thinking and Innovation
  • Systems Analysis & Design
  • Mathematical Concepts for Computing
  • Integrated Computer Systems
  • Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
  • Introduction to Security and Forensic Technologies
  • One elective: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence or Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming

Degree Level 2

  • System Development Methods
  • Object Oriented Development with Java
  • System & Network Administration
  • Innovation Process
  • Research Methods For Computing & Technology
  • Computing Theory
  • Web Application
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Data Structure
  • Practical CTF Strategies
  • Switching and Routing Essential
  • One elective (for example Ethical Hacking and Incident Response or Implementation of Secure Systems)

Internship and Degree Level 3

  • 16-week Internship / Industrial Training
  • Project Management
  • Algorithmics
  • Deep Learning for Intrusion Detection
  • Venture Building
  • Advanced Software Security
  • Advanced Database Systems
  • Investigations in Cyber Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
  • Advanced Cyber Security
  • Project in Cyber Security
  • One elective (for example Network Threat Management and Defense or DevSecOps Principles and Practices)

University subjects

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (Malaysian students)
  • Malay Communication Language (international students)
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
  • Workplace Professional Skills
  • Integrity and Anti-corruption
  • Co-Curriculum

Source: APU course page for the BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (Cyber Security). APU notes that students choosing the quantum computing modules need at least an A grade in the Year 1 Mathematics module.

Published fees, converted

Malaysia fees for this APU degree, in ringgit and rupees

APU publishes one fee per degree level for international students, paid in full at the start of each level or in two semester payments. The fees below are the Degree Level full-payment figures from APU's 2026 international fee guide for its computer science, cyber security and related degrees.

Degree Level 1, full payment (2026)

RM34,900

≈ Rs8.18 lakh

Published by APU in its 2026 international fee guide as RM34,900 (USD 9,185 for reference). Fees include course fee and library fee.

Degree Level 2, full payment (2026)

RM36,100

≈ Rs8.47 lakh

Published as RM36,100 (USD 9,500 for reference).

Degree Level 3, full payment (2026)

RM37,500

≈ Rs8.79 lakh

Published as RM37,500 (USD 9,870 for reference).
What the fee guide adds. APU says the fees include the course fee and library fee, and exclude the 6% Sales and Service Tax, which applies to all fees throughout the studies. It lists extra charges: Stage 1 RM3,400 on accepting the offer (visa processing and application fees), Stage 2 RM2,000 once the Student Pass is approved, a RM5,000 international student registration and administrative fee, and a refundable RM500 library deposit. All fees are paid in ringgit and APU says USD amounts are for reference only. Adding the three levels gives RM108,500 (our arithmetic), about Rs25.45 lakh before tax and extras.

Admission from India

Malaysia entry route for this APU cyber security degree

APU accepts overseas qualifications equivalent to 12th Grade, A Level or HSC and lists the subject rules below. It does not publish an Indian Class 12 percentage for this degree, so we confirm your route in writing with APU before you apply.

Published routes

A-Level2 passes, grade A-D
STPM2 passes, grade C (GP 2.0)
UEC5 Grade B passes
Foundation / MatriculationCGPA 2.0

Source: APU course page admission requirements, checked 10 November 2026. APU says overseas qualifications equivalent to 12th Grade, A Level or HSC are accepted.

Subject rules and diploma

Maths (science stream)Maths + one Science or ICT
OtherwiseCredit in Additional Maths
ICT-related diplomaCGPA 2.75

APU also lists routes with a credit in Mathematics and a Science or ICT subject, with a pre-requisite Further Mathematics module in the first semester. A diploma CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be considered by APU under rigorous assessment.

What this means for Class 12. The key subject is Mathematics plus a Science or ICT subject. We send your Class 12 subjects and marks to APU and get the exact route, including whether a pre-requisite Further Mathematics module applies, confirmed in writing before you pay anything.

English evidence

5.0

Malaysia English requirement for APU cyber security

APU lists IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 40, Pearson PTE 47 or MUET Band 3.5 for international students. We check which test or evidence suits your school record.

Source: APU course page, International Students English requirements, checked 10 November 2026.

When you can start

Malaysia intakes for this degree: November, March and July

24 November 202625 March 20276 July 2027

APU lists these three intake dates for this three-year degree. Which one is realistic depends on when your results, English evidence and student pass process complete, and we plan that with you.

16week internship

The degree runs three years full-time. APU places a minimum 16-week internship or industrial training between Degree Level 2 and Degree Level 3.

After the degree

Malaysia cyber security careers APU lists

APU lists Chief Technology Officer among the careers for this degree. Its cyber security tracks run from general cybersecurity to secure programming, secure operations, cyberpsychology and quantum computing.

Tell us which track draws you and we will compare it with other Malaysia computing degrees on our list.

Questions families ask us

Malaysia cyber security at APU: FAQ

Is the fee one figure for all three years?

No. APU publishes a fee for each degree level: RM34,900, RM36,100 and RM37,500 in 2026, excluding 6% service tax. APU says the fee guide is subject to change without notice.

Can I get two degrees?

APU says students on its bachelor degrees can opt in to the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme, with one certificate from APU and one from De Montfort University, UK. We confirm the current terms and any extra cost with APU.

Is there an internship?

Yes. APU lists a minimum 16-week internship or industrial training before Degree Level 3.

Is MQF level 6 listed?

Yes. The Malaysian Qualifications Register lists this qualification at MQF level 6.

Evidence

Sources for this Malaysia course page

  1. APU: BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (Cyber Security) - code, intakes, duration, admission requirements, English, modules, internship, dual degree option. Checked 10 November 2026.
  2. APU 2026 Fee Guide for international undergraduate students (PDF) - fees by degree level, 6% SST note, stage and miscellaneous fees. Checked 10 November 2026.
  3. Malaysian Qualifications Register, MQA/FA12440 - Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science (Cyber Security), MQF level 6, starting 25/03/2022. Checked 10 November 2026.
  4. Photograph: Wikimedia Commons (CC0). RM to rupee at RM1 = Rs23.4525 (29 October 2026, za.investing.com).

Build your Malaysia study plan.

Your Malaysia study plan, with our Calicut team. We work with 34 partner universities: bring your qualification, subject marks, intended intake and budget.

Talk to our Malaysia study-abroad expertsOur office: Ground Floor, HiLITE Business Park, Calicut. Please arrange an appointment before visiting.