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Intakes: March / September

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

5 Credits in at least 5 subjects at SPM level with a minimum of a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Sejarah (History)

5 Credits (Grade C & above) in at least 5 subjects at IGCSE/ O-Levels

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
MALAYSIAN & INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS	Min. IELTS 5.5.

* Credit in Mathematics is required for Computing & Technology route

U-Start Programme is a special credit-transfer programme between Asia Pacific University (APU) and Dongseo University (DSU) which allows the students of DSU to study their 1st year in APU through credit-transfer courses in APU Foundation Programme in Malaysia before going to Korea to complete the rest of 3 years at DSU. Students need to be registered at DSU. All fees are payable to DSU in Korea for Year 1.

Year 1 in Malaysia	3 Years in Korea
Credit-transfer courses in APU Foundation Programme	DSU Bachelor's Degree Programmes
Business Computer Science, Game Development Digital Design, Animation, Film & Visual Effects	Global Business Administration Korean Language and Business* Game Development Computer Science Film and Visual Effects Animation Digital Design * TOPIK 3 Required

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE U-START PROGRAMME

Global Learning & Cultural Adaptability

Immerse yourself in multicultural experiences at APU during your Foundation programme, fostering a global perspective and cultural adaptability for a connected world.

Seamless Credit Transfer to DSU

Experience a hassle-free transition from APU to DSU through the U-Start Programme. Your APU credits seamlessly transfer to DSU, ensuring a smooth academic progression to Year 2 of Bachelors Degree in DSU Korea.

Preparation for Korea

The U-Start Programme serves as a strategic preparation for your transition to DSU in Korea. Your initial year at APU prepares you academically, exposes you to diverse student dynamics, and instills confidence in navigating an internation educational environment, ensuring a smoother integration into DSU.

CREDIT-TRANSFER COURSE IN APU FOUNDATION PROGRAMME

A Pathway to DSU Year 2 in Korea

Duration: 1 Years (3 Semesters)

BUSINESS
SEMESTER 1	SEMESTER 2	SEMESTER 3
English for Academic Purposes Communication Skills Personal Development & Study Methods Essentials of Web Applications Mathematics	Introduction to Business Fundamentals of Finance Global Business Trends Public Speaking in English	Academic Research Skills Economics for Business Perspectives in Technology / Further Mathematics** Co-Curricular Choose one of the following modules: Principles of Accounts Discovering Media in the Digital Age Psychology & Behavioral Science

COMPUTER SCIENCE & GAME DEVELOPMENT
SEMESTER 1	SEMESTER 2	SEMESTER 3
English for Academic Purposes Communication Skills Personal Development & Study Methods Essentials of Web Applications Mathematics	Introduction to Business Introduction to Computer Architecture & Networking Introduction to Visual & Interactive Applications Programming Public Speaking in English	Academic Research Skills Further Mathematics Introduction to Multimedia Applications Co-Curricular Choose one of the following modules: Perspectives in Technology Discovering Media in the Digital Age Psychology & Behavioral Science

DIGITAL DESIGN , ANIMATION , FILM AND VISUAL EFFECTS
SEMESTER 1	SEMESTER 2	SEMESTER 3
English for Academic Purposes Communication Skills Personal Development & Study Methods Essentials of Web Applications Mathematics	Fundamentals of Drawing Life Drawing Design Studies Public Speaking in English Major Project 1	Academic Research Skills History of Design and Media Introduction to Digital Photography Major Project 2 Co-Curricular Studies

ENRICHING EXPERIENCES - MORE THAN JUST A FOUNDATION

The credit-transfer courses in APU Foundation Programme lays the pathway towards professional tertiary education. It is a vital transformation point for students; soft skills, general knowledge and preparatory subject fundamentals acquired at the Foundation lead to excellence in a student’s education performance, as well as career- readiness as they move on as global professionals eventually.

This is achieved through 4 key areas:

Leadership & Teamwork
Problem-Solving Skills
Social Skills & Responsibilities
Practical Skills

The unique support system at credit-transfer courses in APU Foundation Programme consists of helpful academic mentors who are committed in ensuring academic achievements, providing pastoral care, advising, mentoring, motivating students’ potential and performance, to ensure that they undergo a smooth transition from secondary education to tertiary learning.

DSU is one of the leading universities in Busan, South Korea. The Dongseo Educational Foundation has given rise to three different institutions of higher education: Kyungnam College of Information and Technology (1965), Dongseo University (1992), and Busan Digital University (2002). Together these three institutions – KIT, DSU and BDU– educate around 20,000 students annually and employ over 1,000 professors.

DSU AT A GLANCE

GLOBAL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

In our Global Business Administration Department, we are committed to molding the leaders of tomorrow, equipped with the skills to navigate global complexities. Our students embark on a journey to master diverse management expertise, vital for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

1st Year (APU)

U-START @APU Malaysia (DSU Year 1)

2nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Principles of Marketing Human Resources Management Financial Management	Management Information System Operation and Production Management Organizational Behavior

3rd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Marketing Communication New Product Development Database System Investment Analysis International Management	Digital Marketing Management Strategy Consumer Behavior Information Visualization for Business

4th Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Marketing Research Venture Business New Technology and Business	Brand Marketing Financial Statement Analysis Digital Operation Management and ERP

KOREAN LANGUAGE AND BUSINESS*

We're all about creative learning that combines these dynamic fields. Gain fluency in Korean and skills for global business. We offer engaging programmes to help you achieve this.

1st Year (APU)

U-START @APU Malaysia (DSU Year 1)

2nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Business Korean 2 Introduction to Economics Reading Korean Culture	Korean Idiomatic Expression Business Administration Business Presentation

3rd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Accounting Principles Global Business Korean Society through Media	Korean History and Cultural Heritage Marketing Appreciation of Representative Korean Literature

4th Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Service Marketing	Analysis of Business Cases

GAME DEVELOPMENT

Gaming today goes beyond just entertainment-it's about merging with diverse industries, developing smart software, and harnessing the power of networks and XR core tech. Leading this transformation is DSU's Game Development Major. Join us to become a trailblazer in the smart era, shaping the future.

1st Year (APU)

U-START @APU Malaysia (DSU Year 1)

2nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Game Algorithm Game Design Linear Algebra	Database System Computer Architecture Game Tool Programming 2D Game Programming

3rd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Computer Network Artificial Intelligence Programming Computer Graphics Programming Programming Method	Operating System 3D Game Programming Game Server Programming

4th Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Bachelor Thesis 1 Research Methods Using Engine Game Game Project	Bachelor Thesis 2 Portfolio Sound Workshop

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer science is a cornerstone of progress across industries in the fast-paced digital era. Our mission is to nurture the trailblazers of tomorrow's technology landscape. With a fusion of imaginative thinking and hands-on prowess, our graduates are primed to lead the charge in shaping the dynamic knowledge information industry of the 21st century.

1st Year (APU)

U-START @APU Malaysia (DSU Year 1)

2nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Introduction to Linear Algebra Data Structure and Algorithm Digital Logic Circuit Practice Web Programming	Object Oriented Programming Databases Software Engineering Computer Architecture

3rd Year (DSU)

Fall

Spring

Mobile Programming

Computer Network Programming
Artificial Intelligence
Advanced Web Programming

Server Programming
Operating System
Software Design
Advanced Databases

4th Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Introduction to Cloud Computing Cloud Computing Application Advanced Server Programming Advanced Artificial Intelligence	Capstone Design

FILM AND VISUAL EFFECTS

1st Year (APU)
U-START @ APU Malaysia (DSU Year 1)
2nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Directing Introduction to Cinematography and Lighting Matte Painting	Advanced Cinematography and Lighting Introduction to Production Methodology Screenwriting: The Short Film Fundamentals of Editing VFX 1 Fundamental of Compositing 3D Modeling

3nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Sound Design for Film Advanced Production Techniques Cinematography for VFX VFX 2 Compositing: Digital Lighting	Film Criticism Advanced Screenwriting Advanced Compositing

4th Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Filmmaking Workshop 1 Advanced Editing VR Production	Filmmaking Workshop 2 Sound Production

ANIMATION

In today's era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the realm of 3D graphics is taking center stage across all media platforms. In the Animation Department, you'll not only delve into your passions but also unearth new interests and technology in the animation area. Come and take those first exhilarating steps with us! Your creative odyssey awaits.

1st Year (APU)

U-START @ APU Malaysia (DSU Year 1)

2nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Life Drawing Environment Modeling & Texture Creation 1 Matte Painting Basic Animation Sound Introduction to Cinematography and Lighting	Digital Film Making Character Design Compositing 1 Basic 3D Game Modeling

3rd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Creature Modeling & Texture Creation 1 Character Animation Studio 1 Basic Rigging Visual Effects 1 Advanced Digital Painting	Creature Modeling & Texture Creation 2 Character Animation Studio 2 Visual Effects 2 Environment Modeling & Texture Creation 2

4th Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Bachelor Thesis 1 Research Methods Lighting & Rendering Creation Compositing 2 Advanced Rigging	Portfolio Sound Workshop

DIGITAL DESIGN

1st Year (APU)

U-START @ APU Malaysia (DSU Year 1)

2nd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Typographic Design Motion Graphics Design Digital Marketing Fundamentals	Information Visualization for Business Intelligence Advanced Motion Graphics Design 3D Modeling and Animation Web Design and Development

3rd Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Practice in Design and Market Research Digital Publishing Advanced 3D Modeling and Animation Visual Effects Physical Computing Design	Production Innovation and Service Design Interface Design User Experience Design Metaverse: Augmented and Virtual Reality Sound Studio

4th Year (DSU)
Fall	Spring
Bachelor Thesis 1 Music and Creativity Research Methods Visual Effects Design Entrepreneurship Virtual Reality Showcase	Bachelor Thesis 2 Portfolio

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

Please feel free to write to ustart@apu.edu.my for any enquiries.

All information is correct at the time of publication, but is subject to change in the interest of continuing improvement.

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