Diploma in International Studies
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Jun 2024
TUITION FEES
USD 12,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* total for Malaysian students: RM 39,600 | total for international students: RM 46,800/USD 12,000
Introduction
Admission requirements
General requirements
SPM | 3 Credits in at least 3 subjects at SPM level including Mathematics, with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History); |
IGSE/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 is equivalent to the above. Credit in English is required at SPM/IGCSE/O-Level or equivalent.
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programs based on the latest program standards published by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programs 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 the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
English requirements
International students
- IELTS: 5.0
- TOEFL IBT: 35-45
- Pearson (PTE): 36
- MUET: Band 3
Curriculum
Program outline
The APIIT Diploma in International Studies is designed to:
- Provide the academic aspect as well as the vocational aspects of International Studies.
- Prepare students for careers in the International Studies environment.
- Provide students with academic and professional skills to develop solutions requiring a holistic outlook in the area of International Studies.
- Provide students with critical, independent, and cooperative learning skills so as to facilitate their response to continuous change in the international arena.
- Develop students’ intellectual skills, communications ability, and team working capability.
- Provide students with the opportunity to progress into degrees of International standard in relevant areas.
Semester 1
In this semester, students will be introduced to preparatory modules which would be essential for them to embark on their journey in completion of their diploma. Students will be taught English for academic purposes, basic entrepreneurship and business plus computing skills. Students are also required to take one General Studies module as required by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.
Modules
- English for Academic Purpose
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Managing Business
- Practical IT Skills
Semester 2
This semester is a continuation from semester 1 on preparatory modules where students will be equipped with professional communications skills. They will also embark on some academic research skills which are essential for their future careers. They will be exposed to global business trends as well as Critical International Film Studies that will give them a glimpse into some of the international-related issues.
Modules
- Professional Communications
- Academic Research Skills
- Critical International Film Studies
- Global Business Trends
Semester 3
Starting from semester 3, students will be exposed to the core area of international studies that will include an introduction to international relations and international history. The semester will also focus on understanding political ideologies and their impact on global affairs. Contemporary issues and challenges facing Malaysia in its foreign relations will also be covered.
Modules
- International Relations
- International History Since 1900
- Modern Political Ideologies
- Foreign Affairs of Malaysia
Semester 4
Continuing from semester 3, students will be exposed to more relevant international studies issues, particularly the impact of globalization and the role of international organizations in global affairs. They will also learn about the different array of global political systems and governments, as well as understand how social movements and revolutions impact the core features of the international system. Additionally, they will also study environmental issues and concerns such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and poor governance.
Modules
- Globalization and International Studies
- People’s Power and Revolutions in World Politics
- International Organisations
- Introduction to Comparative Politics
- Environment Issues & Case Studies 1
Semester 5
In semester 5, students will be further introduced to various theoretical and conceptual frameworks for them to apply to real-world case studies in the international arena. They will also learn about international political economy that focuses on how and why countries integrate themselves into a global economy and regionalism for e.g. Southeast Asia where students will study about ASEAN. Also as a continuation from the previous semester, students will be exposed to other environmental issues and concerns.
Modules
- Theories of International Relations
- Introduction to International Political Economy
- Regionalism in Southeast Asia
- Environment Issues & Case Studies 2
Semester 6
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 8 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.
Further studies
Upon successful completion of this program, you will be eligible to progress into any of the following degree programs offered at APU:
- BA (Hons) in International Relations
- BA (Hons) in International Business Management**
- BA (Hons) in Business Management**
- BA (Hons) in Business Management with a specialism in E-Business**
- BA (Hons) Human Resource Management**
- BA (Hons) in Marketing Management**
- BA (Hons) in Marketing Management with a specialism in Digital Marketing**
** Please take note that Bridging module/s needed before progress into Year 2
Note: Students who obtained a Credit (B) or above for all the core module in Semester 3, 4 and 5, they will be eligible to progress straight into Year 2 Semester 2 of BA (Hons) in International Relations.
For the full listing of our Diploma Programmes, please refer to the Pre-University program brochure.