NOTICE TO ALL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS – Revised Visa Renewal Fees Effective 1st July 2025

Dear Students,

Please be informed that, effective 15th August 2026, the visa renewal fee has been revised following an upgrade to the Premium Medical Insurance coverage.

The enhanced insurance plan (PREMIUM) now provides RM50,000 for hospitalisation and RM1,250 for outpatient treatment with no co-payment, offering significantly improved medical protection and greater financial support in the event of illness or emergencies during your stay in Malaysia.

The new visa renewal fee payable by students will be as follows:

DURATION RENEWAL (A) RENEWAL (B) RENEWAL (C) RENEWAL (D)
Twelve (12) weeks or more prior to expiry (Standard Fees – Early Applications) Between eight (8) to twelve (12) weeks prior to expiry Between seven (7) to eight (8) weeks prior to expiry Less than seven (7) weeks prior to expiry but no later than six (6) weeks prior to expiry
Seven (7) – 12 Months Renewal RM 1240 RM 1320 RM 1410 RM 1580
Three (3) – Six (6) Months Renewal RM 1000 RM 1080 RM 1170 RM 1340

Students who submitted their visa renewal applications before 15 August 2026 will continue to be charged based on the previous visa renewal fee structure with the Regular Medical Insurance coverage. The revised fees and Premium Insurance coverage will apply at their next visa renewal.

If you have any questions or need assistance with your visa renewal process, please contact the Visa Immigration Services at Level 4 (Block C) or email us at visa@apu.edu.my

APU Students Explore the Future of AI through Cross-Disciplinary Challenge

AI is transforming every industry, and our students are exploring what that means in practice. 🤩🙌

At the AI FutureTech Trail Challenge, our computing students completed six hands-on challenges across education, robotics, agriculture, cybersecurity, psychology, and game development.

They also produced short videos demonstrating real-world AI applications, combining technical knowledge with creativity and communication.

Congratulations to all participants and the winning teams! 👏🏆

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-students-explore-future-ai-through-cross-disciplinary-challenge

#APU #ArtificialIntelligence #Computing #Robotics #AsiaPacificUniversity

APU Secures MCMC Research Grants to Advance Malaysia’s Digital Society

APU has secured two MCMC research grants worth RM20,000 to advance Malaysia’s digital society! 🥳🙌

The government-funded projects will evaluate the impact of Internet safety education for children and examine fairer pricing and better protection for gig delivery workers. The findings will support evidence-based policies that promote a safer, more inclusive, and sustainable digital ecosystem.

Congratulations to our research teams on securing these grants! 👏

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apusecuresmcmcresearchgrantsadvancemalaysias-digitalsociety

#APU #MCMC #DigitalSociety #Cyberwellness #AsiaPacificUniversity

APU Graduate Accelerates from Degree Success to ACCA Affiliate Status

Congratulations to APU alumna Lau Zhi Xuan on achieving her ACCA Affiliate status shortly after graduating with a First Class Degree in Accounting & Finance. 😍👏

Through the APU-ACCA Accelerate scheme, she completed her degree while progressing towards a globally recognised professional qualification, proving that with the right pathway, academic excellence and career readiness can go hand in hand. 💙

Read more: https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-graduate-accelerates-degree-success-acca-affiliate-status

#APU #Accounting #ACCA #APUAlumni #AsiaPacificUniversity

APU and ATU Forge New Pathways for Global Academic Collaboration

APU welcomed Dr Muslim Jameel from Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Ireland, for an official academic visit, marking the beginning of a new international collaboration between the two universities. 🤝

The visit focused on opportunities for student and staff mobility, joint research, digital education, and industry-focused learning across areas including AI, Computing, Cybersecurity, Business, Tourism, and Hospitality.

The collaboration will create more opportunities for knowledge exchange and global learning for both students and academics.

#APU #AtlanticTechnologicalUniversity #ATU #GlobalPartnership #StudentMobility

Read more:  https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-and-atu-forge-new-pathways-global-academic-collaboration

#APU #AtlanticTechnologicalUniversity #ATU #GlobalPartnership #StudentMobility

DMU Info Session

Thinking about furthering your studies in the UK? 🇬🇧

Discover how you can seamlessly transfer to De Montfort University (DMU) in the UK and gain global exposure, all with a smooth and hassle-free transition.

📅 Date: Monday, 17 August 2026
🕒 Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm
📍 Venue: Student Services Conference Room @ Level 3

✅ Sign up today by scanning the QR code

For more info, contact us at uplacement@apu.edu.my.

APU Students secure First Runner-Up at Hackathon X: FinTech Forward 2026

Congratulations to APU students Lee Jun Yeh and Eaton Seau Yin Cheng, together with Jaydon Lye from Crescendo International College, for securing First Runner-Up and winning RM2,000 at Hackathon X: FinTech Forward 2026, organised by UMPSA in collaboration with Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad. 🥳👏🔥

Competing against university teams from across Malaysia, the team developed an AI-powered fintech solution that connects local merchants directly with consumers through a smart voucher platform, helping businesses increase their visibility while enabling consumers to enjoy greater savings. 🎉

Read more:  https://www.apu.edu.my/news/apu-students-secure-first-runner-hackathon-x-fintech-forward-2026

#APU #HackathonX2026 #FinTech #ArtificialIntelligence #AsiaPacificUniversity

Flying into the future of Customer Experience at AirAsia

What does it take to build a brand that millions of people choose to fly with? ✈️

Our students from School of Marketing and Management (SoMM) recently visited AirAsia to find out, exploring how customer relationship management (CRM), digital marketing, and data-driven strategies come together to create memorable customer experiences.

Beyond the sharing sessions, students also toured the AirAsia office for a behind-the-scenes look at how teams collaborate to keep the business moving every day. 🏢

It was a valuable opportunity to see marketing in action, connect classroom learning with real industry practices, and gain insights that will help shape their future careers.

Read more:  https://www.apu.edu.my/news/flying-future-customer-experience-airasia

#APU #AirAsia #Marketing #DigitalMarketing  #AsiaPacificUniversity

Power of Love Crowned Champion at AlphaSights Asia Case Competition 2026

Champion of Asia! 😍👏🏆

Congratulations to APU student Ricky Chua Chin Han and his team, Power of Love, for emerging as Champions of the AlphaSights Asia Case Competition 2026! 🎉

Competing against 176 teams from across Asia, the team impressed the judges with their strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and communication skills to claim the championship in the Grand Final held in Hong Kong.

This remarkable achievement reflects the power of teamwork, resilience, and excellence on the international stage. Well done! 👏

Read more:  https://www.apu.edu.my/news/power-love-crowned-champion-alphasights-asia-case-competition-2026

#AlphaSightsCaseCompetition #StudentSuccess #APU #APUMalaysia #AsiaPacificUniversity