BA (Hons) in International Relations

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)

Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Mar, Jul, Sep, Nov

Tuition Fees

RM96,600

Course Highlights

  • Dual-award degree – one from De Montfort University (UK) and one from APU
  • Among the first universities in Malaysia awarded Premier Digital Tech University status by the MDEC and MOHE
  • Rated number 1 in Asia and Malaysia for Multicultural Learning Experience
  • Ranked top 2.1% university in the world with a 5 Stars Plus rating in the QS World University Rankings 2025

Course Structure

Common Modules:

  • -Introduction to International Relations
  • Malaysia and the World
  • Introduction to Politics
  • Film Studies and International Relations
  • Introduction to Globalisation 4.0
  • Global Comparative Politics
  • Revolutions, Popular Uprising and Social Movement in World Politics
  • Fundamental of Entrepreneurship
  • Introduction to Sustainability and Environmental Politics

Common Module:

  • Key Theories of International Relations
  • International Organisations
  • ASEAN Regionalism
  • Foreign Policy Analysis
  • International Political Economy
  • Small Power Politics
  • Research Methods in International Relations
  • Environmental Policy, Legislation & Regulation
  • Innovation Process

Internship (16 weeks)

Common Modules:

  • International Security
  • Global Diplomacy
  • Transnational Organised Crime
  • Investigations Module
  • Venture Building
  • Conflict Analysis and Resolution
  • Refugees and Immigrants
  • Sustainable Development Policy and Issues
  • Project Module

Entry Requirements

Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree:

  • STPM: 2 Passes with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) and a Credit in English at SPM Level or its equivalent
  • A Level: 2 Passes in any 2 subjects, and a Credit in English at SPM/O Level/IGCSE or its equivalent
  • UEC: 5 Grade Bs including English
  • Matriculation/Foundation: Passed Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.0) with a Credit in English at SPM/O Level/IGCSE or equivalent

Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree:

  • Diploma and equivalent:
    • A Diploma and its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 and a Credit in English at SPM/O Level/IGCSE or its equivalent
    • Diploma in Media & Communication or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.0

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM800

Tuition fees

RM96,600

Other miscellaneous fees

RM500

Discounts & scholarships

-RM800

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Total payable amount

RM97,100

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