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APU-DMU DUAL DEGREE PROGRAMME |
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS | |
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
STPM | • 2 Passes in STPM with minimum Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject with a Pass in Mathematics at SPM.
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A-LEVEL | • 2 Passes in A-Level and with a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent.
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UEC | • 5 Grade B Passes in UEC in any subjects including a Pass in Mathematics.
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FOUNDATION/ | • A pass in Matriculation or Foundation studies with minimum CGPA of 2.0 with a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent. |
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE DEGREE: | |
ICT RELATED DIPLOMAS | • Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and a Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or its equivalent. Note:Student with CGPA above 2.0 and below 2.5 may be accepted using rigorous assessment conducted by APU and subject to the approval of the Academic Board. |
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS | |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | • IELTS : 5.5 |
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
This programme is specifically designed to provide students with:
DEGREE LEVEL 1 |
Students will learn fundamental skills required by technical Games Development professionals, and the basic understanding of programming and systems design. Some specialised modules will provide them basic knowledge of interactive computer games development, such as logic design, graphics and more. The modules will also help them develop personal and organisational skills, as well as nurture creativity and innovation.
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DEGREE LEVEL 2 |
In-depth games analysis and design skills will be learnt, in which students will gain a better understanding of the complete computer games production lifecycle, that includes character modelling, special effects, computer graphics, animation, mathematics and more. We will further nurture their creativity and innovation as well as independent learning to prepare them for the workplace.
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INTERNSHIP (16 weeks) |
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
DEGREE LEVEL 3 |
Students will make use of their previous studies and industrial experience to extend their familiarity in the field of Computer Games Development and to refine their personal and professional development. Students will move further into advanced techniques for computer graphics and animation. A final year project requires them to investigate and develop a solution for a real-world problem - they will demonstrate their ability to combine technical knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills to produce a personal achievement portfolio.
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MQA COMPULSORY SUBJECTS* |
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(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.) |
CAREER OPTIONS
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COMPUTER GAMES DEVELOPMENT @ APU
The BSc (Hons) in Computer Games Development programmes equip students with the necessary technical skills and knowledge needed for a professional within the computer games industry.
Based on the statistical data provided by newzoo.com, an online market research company, it has been reported that in year 2014, there was a total of 81.5 billion dollar of revenue generated in the global games market. In Malaysia, there was 293 million dollars of revenue generated by the games industry. The significant development within the computer games industry has inspired us to incorporate elements of creativity and innovation within our programmes, not forgetting the values of professionalism and good communication skills.
Our Success Stories, Our Pride in the Computer Games industry.
| Wan Hazmer - Ex-Lead Game Designer of Final Fantasy XV, Square Enix and Founder, CEO and Game Director at Metronomik Sdn Bhd |
| Jussi Pekka Tuomi - Developer of Flail Rider and Super Flail Rider |
To view the facilities provided for Computer Games Development, click HERE.
COURSE FEES
Malaysian Students | International Students |
Year 1: RM 29,800 | Year 1: RM 29,800 (USD 7,270) |
* Fees stated here do not include Deposits and other Miscellaneous Fees. Please refer to Fee Guide for details.
MQA ACCREDITATION
(R2/0211/6/0042)(08/25)(A6216) |