The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Animation is designed to prepare students for careers in the rapidly evolving animation, digital media, film, television, advertising, gaming, and creative technology industries. The programme combines artistic creativity with technical expertise, enabling students to master both traditional and digital animation techniques.

Students learn the complete animation production pipeline, including storytelling, character design, concept art, digital illustration, 2D animation, 3D animation, motion graphics, rigging, effects and simulation, and production management. Throughout the programme, students develop practical skills using industry-standard software while working on studio-based projects, collaborative productions, and portfolio development. A compulsory industrial internship further strengthens professional experience and employability. Eligible students may also graduate with the APU–DMU Dual Degree. 

Subjects / Topics Offered / Programme Structure

The programme progressively develops students' creative, artistic, and technical animation skills.

Typical modules include:

Year 1

• Animation Principles
• Illustration for Concept Art
• Creative Project
• Digital Illustration
• Digital 2D Animation
• Digital 3D Animation
• Motion Graphics
• 3D Pipeline
• Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

Year 2

• Character Design
• Character Performance
• Rigging
• Effects and Simulation
• Storytelling
• Animation Production
• Motion Design
• Visual Communication
• Professional Practice
• Industrial Training

Year 3

• Advanced Animation Production
• Animation Direction
• Collaborative Production Project
• Research Project
• Final Year Project
• Portfolio Development
• Professional Presentation

Disciplines / Specialisations Offered

The programme provides comprehensive knowledge across multiple animation disciplines, including:

• 2D Animation
• 3D Animation
• Character Animation
• Character Design
• Concept Art
• Digital Illustration
• Motion Graphics
• Storyboarding
• Rigging
• Effects and Simulation
• Animation Production
• Visual Storytelling
• Digital Content Creation
• Creative Direction

Highlights

• Ranked among the Top 2% of universities worldwide.
• Malaysia's Premier Digital Tech University.
• Optional APU–DMU Dual Degree Scheme.
• Students from over 130 countries.
• Comprehensive training in both traditional and digital animation.
• Industry-standard software and production workflow.
• Studio-based learning environment.
• Strong emphasis on portfolio development.
• Practical industry internship.
• Experienced lecturers with industry backgrounds.
• Modern animation laboratories.
• Excellent graduate employability.

Career Outcomes

Graduates may pursue careers such as:

• 2D Animator
• 3D Animator
• Character Animator
• Storyboard Artist
• Concept Artist
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Character Designer
• Digital Illustrator
• Animation Director
• CGI Artist
• Visual Development Artist
• Layout Artist
• Production Coordinator
• Animation Producer
• Multimedia Designer
• Game Animator
• Advertising Animator
• Digital Content Creator
• Creative Director
• Independent Animation Studio Owner

Latest Updates / Special Requirement (if any)

• Latest published intakes are 28 September 2026 and 24 November 2026.
• Eligible students may graduate under the APU–DMU Dual Degree Scheme.
• Applicants must complete either a portfolio submission or an interview as part of the admission process.
• The curriculum has been updated to reflect current industry trends in digital animation, motion graphics, and 3D production.
• Students gain industry exposure through practical projects, collaborative productions, and internship opportunities. 

Visa Requirements

International students must obtain a Malaysian Student Pass (Student Visa) before commencing their studies.

Typical requirements include:

• Valid passport.
• Official APU Offer Letter.
• Acceptance of the admission offer.
• Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS).
• Academic transcripts and certificates.
• Proof of English language proficiency.
• Medical examination before and/or after arrival as required by Malaysian authorities.
• Passport-sized photographs.
• Medical insurance coverage.
• Payment of applicable visa processing fees.