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BA (Hons) Animation
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This programme is specifically designed to provide:
- This programme aims to produce qualified graduates that equipped with solid animation & design fundamentals, strong technical skills, critical & analytical thinking skills and good communication skills. We provide the facilities and infrastructure to support the growth of the creative industry locally and globally.
Admission Requirements:
| Programmes | General Requirements | ||
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |||
| STPM | A Pass in STPM with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any 2 subjects. | ||
A-LEVEL | 2 Passes in A-Level in any 2 subjects, and a Pass in English at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or its equivalent. | ||
UEC | 5 Grade B’s in UEC. | ||
| MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION | Successful completion of the APU Foundation/ Matriculation with CGPA 2.0 and above. | ||
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |||
| RELATED DIPLOMA | A Diploma in Animation or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Candidates with CGPA below 2.50 but above 2.00 may be admitted subject to a rigorous internal interview or submitting a relevant portfolio. Any other Diploma in creative programme with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 may be admitted subject to a rigorous internal assessment process. | ||
PORTFOLIO | Note: All applicants will be individually assessed via a portfolio, interview including drawing | ||
Note: Another qualification recognized as equivalent.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
International Students
| Programmes | General Requirements |
| FOUNDATION AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES | • IELTS : 4.0 • TOEFL PBT : 397 • TOEFL IBT : 30-31 • Pearson (PTE) : 30 • MUET : Band 2 |
| BACHELOR (HONS) DEGREE PROGRAMMES | • IELTS : 5.0 • TOEFL PBT : 410-417 • TOEFL IBT : 35-45 • Pearson (PTE) : 36 • MUET : Band 3 |
Please note that under Ministry of 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/TOEFL/PTE/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).
What You Will Study:
DEGREE LEVEL 1 |
Year 1 focuses on many aspects of the fundament in animation and design skillset in the creative industry, especially in the animation field. You will explore thoroughly on different animation techniques ranging from 2D traditional to CG animation.
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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. | |
DEGREE LEVEL 2 |
Year 2 involves the development of animated content in greater depth, that emphasis on critical & analytical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. This including character creation, character performance, motion design, rigging, effects and simulation. You will also gain the industry experience through industrial training towards the end of the second year.
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INTERNSHIP (12 weeks) |
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 12 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
DEGREE LEVEL 3 |
In Year 3, you will be specialised in your area of interest and produce a series of animation project which showcases your significant talent and ability to work in a team. Emphasis is placed on professional practice in preparation for graduation and greater employment prospect through animation.
Common Modules | Specialised and Option Modules |
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MQA Compulsory Subjects* |
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency) |
Career Options:
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Course Fees:
| Malaysian Students | International Students |
Year 1: RM 27,300 | Year 1: RM 27,600 (USD 6,900) |
* Fees stated above do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
(N/213/6/0343)(07/24)(MQA/PA11863)
All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.
