Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU)

Facts about Asia Pacific University ranking (in the latest QS World University rankings): 

• Employer’s Choice Award 2025
• “Best Tech University”, ‘ Best AI University “ & “Best Future Ready University” Awards by PC.com 2025
• 100% employability based on the latest Graduate Tracer Study by MOHE and highest highest-paid fresh graduates in Malaysia according to the MDEC Survey 2024.
• First and Only Malaysian University to achieve QAA UK Accreditation – 2024
• Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) PDTI Outstanding Faculty – 2024
• Malaysia’s Premier Digital Tech University awarded by MDEC since 2016
• Top 2% in the world with 5 Stars Plus Rating in the QS World University Rankings 2026
• More than 500 Awards at National & Regional Competitions
• Dual Degrees from De Montfort University, UK
• Global Community of students from over 130 countries – No. 16 in the World for International Students and No.10 for International Students Diversity in the world.
• Ranked #2 Private University in Malaysia in AppliedHE Ranking 2025
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On November 1st, 2021, the QS Apple Conference announced the most recent QS Stars Rating Awards. APU Malaysia is the first Malaysian university to receive a Five Stars Plus rating. This prestigious award is only given to institutions that achieve five-star ratings in all categories and meet the highest QS STARS benchmark score. It is now one of only 23 universities in the world to have achieved this feat.

In addition, APU University has been recognized as one of Malaysia’s top emerging universities. The MOHE has given the institution a 5-star rating based on the most recent SETARA Ratings. The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has recognized APU University as a Premier Digital Tech University. This prestigious recognition demonstrates the institution’s commitment to providing high-quality digital technology courses and ensuring that graduates have the high-level skills required to meet the demands of future digital jobs both locally and globally.

According to the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education’s Annual Graduate Tracer Study, all Asia Pacific University graduates found employment after graduation, a remarkable achievement. This achievement demonstrates APU’s commitment to developing skilled professionals for global careers. Over 80,000 of our alumni have gone on to have successful careers around the world.

Asia Pacific University Malaysia is ranked in Asia and Malaysia for offering a multicultural learning environment. With over 13,000 students from 130 countries, APU’s Malaysian campus creates a diverse and cosmopolitan environment that prepares students to face global challenges. Furthermore, the Ministry of Higher Education of Malaysia has authorized all of APU’s academic programs, which have been accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).