2+ Years (6 Semesters)

Total: Malaysian - RM 45,200 | International - RM 50,500

• 22 May 2025
• 03 Jul 2025
• 25 Sep 2025

APU Diploma

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-Levels
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;

A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

Malaysian Students who do not possess a Pass in English at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level/UEC; will be required to sit for the APU English Placement Test, and based on the outcome of the test may be required to attend the APU Intensive English Programme (IEP) prior to commencement of the Foundation/Diploma/Certificate programme.

International Students

Please note that under Ministry of Higher Education regulations, only students who have achieved the minimum requirement in the English Language proficiency assessment as indicated above will be allowed to continue their studies in the main study programme. Students who do not have the required English Language achievement may apply for a student visa on conditional basis and are allowed to enrol in an English Language Certification programme at APU upon arrival in Malaysia and, subsequently, appear for the IELTS/MUET assessment.

Students who are unable to obtain the required level of English Competency during the maximum 12 months’ period, will not be allowed to pursue their studies in the main programme and will have to return to their home country.

Students from English speaking countries and those with qualifications taught in English (IGCSE, A-Levels, IB, American High School Diploma etc) are exempted from English requirements. Applications for exemption must be accompanied by supporting documents.

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).

SEMESTER 1

The first semester will help students to gain an understanding of basic concepts, terminology related to hotel management, develop language and digital skills while studying Computer Applications, Business English Communication, Digital Thinking and Innovation, Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Industry, and Culinary Essentials.

SEMESTER 2

The second semester builds on and extends the operational skills developed in the first semester. Hotel management skills are taken to a more advanced level of professionalism. The students will gain familiarity with International Cuisine, Food and Beverage Operations, Customer Service, Pastry and Bakery Skills and Culture and Heritage.

SEMESTER 3

During the third semester, students will gain familiarity with Front Office Operations and Introduction to Statistics.

SEMESTER 4

In the fourth semester, students will gain comprehensive knowledge in the areas of hotel operations and management. The students will gain familiarity with Housekeeping Operations and Funding and Business Events Management.

SEMESTER 5

In the fifth semester, students will be exposed to diverse areas such as Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship, Introduction to Accounting, Digital Marketing for Hospitality and Events Business, Public Relations for Hospitality and Events and Human Resource Management for Hospitality and Events. Most importantly, students will gain the ability to think independently and execute hotel operations and management.

SEMESTER 6 - INTERNSHIP (20 WEEKS)

Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 20 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.

*In addition to the above, all students are also required to successfully complete General Studies modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency, as well as fulfill credit requirements for Co-curricular activities.

Upon successful completion of this programme and fulfilment of requirements for credit transfer, you will be eligible to progress into Level 2 of the following degree programmes offered at APU.

• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Hospitality and Tourism
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Tourism Management
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Tourism Management with a specialism in Hospitality

APU-DMU Dual Degree Programme

Students who are under Bachelor’s Degree Programme will have the option to opt-in for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will receive 2 Degree Certificates & Transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK.

To know more about APU-DMU Dual Scheme, please click HERE.