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Diploma in International Studies
Course overview
| Qualification | Diploma |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 30 months |
| Intakes | May, July, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | B$ 13,732 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | B$ 15,980 |
Subjects
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International Relations
About
Asia Pacific University's (APU) Diploma in International Studies is a comprehensive two-year program designed to provide students with both academic and vocational knowledge in international studies. The curriculum covers key areas such as international relations, globalisation, political ideologies, and international history since 1900. Students develop critical, independent, and cooperative learning skills, preparing them for careers in international environments or further studies in related degree programs at APU
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- B$ 13,732
- Local students
- B$ 15,980
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- B$ 243
- Local students
- Data not available
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- B$ 805
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
General Requirements
- SPM: 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level, with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History)*
- IGCSE/O-Level: 3 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 3 subjects at IGCSE/O-Levels*
- UEC: 3 Credits (Grade B & above) in at least 3 subjects in UEC
- Certificate: Pass relevant Certificate Programme or its equivalent
*Credit in English is required at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or equivalent.
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 : 5.0
- TOEFL IBT : 40
- Pearson (PTE) : 47
- MUET : Band 3.5
Curriculum
Semester 1 Modules
- Academic Research Skills
- Digital Thinking and Innovation
- Managing Business
- Practical IT Skills
Semester 2 Modules
- Professional Communications
- International Relations
- Global Business Trends
- Critical International Film Studies
Semester 3 Modules
- Globalisation and International Studies
- International History Since 1900
- Modern Political Ideas
- Foreign Affairs of Malaysia
Semester 4 Modules
- Introduction to International Political Economy
- People Power and Revolutions in World Politics
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Introduction to Comparative Politics
- Environment Issues and Case Studies 1
Semester 5 Modules
- Theories of International Relations
- International Organisations
- Regionalism in Southeast Asia
- Environment Issues & Case Studies 2
Semester 6 - Internship (8 weeks)
Students will complete an Internship or Industrial Training lasting at least 8 weeks to help them seamlessly transition from academic learning to a professional workplace.