BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Technology

This course provides students with an in-depth knowledge of multimedia concepts, principles, and technologies. It also aims to ensure that students The knowledge and skills required to work in the multimedia industry as an author, animator, or modeler. Students will be equipped with the specific skills required to create 3D models and animation, digital music, video, and similar creative assets.

• 2 Principal Passes at STPM level and with 4 Credit Passes at SPM; or
• 2 Passes with at ‘A’ Levels and with a Credit Pass at ‘O’ Levels / GCSE; or
• The APIIT/APU Foundation or equivalent with CGPA of 2.0; or
• 5 Grade B's in UEC; or
• Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with minimum average of 50%; or
• Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) with minimum average of 60%; or
• South Australian Matriculation Certificate (SAM) with minimum of 60%; or
• International Baccalaureate with minimum 24 marks;
• Victorian Certificate of Education with minimum average of 50%;
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with minimum average of 50%; or
• A qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.

English Language Requirement

• IELTS: 6.0
• TOEFL: 79-80 (Internet Based Test), 550 (Paper Based Test), 213 (Computer Based Test)
• Other Certification or Evidence of English Proficiency that APU accepts as equivalent to the above
• Applicants who do not possess the above will be required to sit for the APU English Placement Test

YEAR 1
Common Modules

• Fundamentals of Software Development
• Introduction to Management
• Mathematical Concepts for Computing
• System Analysis & Design

Specialised Modules

• Audio Visual Technology
• Mass Media to Multimedia
• Digital Image Production
• Introduction to Graphics & Basic 3D Applications
• 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.

 Elective Modules (choose 1)

• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
• Introduction to Visual Programming

YEAR 2
Common Modules

• Creativity & Innovation
• Employee & Employment Trends
• Workplace Professional Communication Skills
• Professional & Enterprise Development
• Research Methods For Computing and Technology

Specialised Modules

• Basic 3D Computer Character Modelling
• Principles of Creative Animation
• Developing Interactive Multimedia
• Digital Audio and Video
• Icon and Time-Based Multimedia
• Intellectual Property, Ethics & Legal Issues
• Multimedia Applications
• Synthesiser Technology

Elective Modules (choose 1)

• Web Applications
• Web Multimedia

Internship (16 Weeks)

After the completion of Level 2 students will undertake a short Internship/Industrial Training. This will prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the world of Multimedia Technology.

YEAR 3
Common Modules

• Innovation Management and New Product Development
• Project Management

Specialised Modules

• Advanced 3D Character Modelling and Animation
• Advanced Multimedia
• HCI and Usability
• Investigations in Multimedia Technology
• Multimedia Scripting
• Multimedia Streaming
• Multimedia Techniques For Animation, Games & Film Effects
• Multimedia Technology Project