Currently AeU offers distance learning mode where it involves self independent study, online discussion and face-to-face interaction/tutorial. For a 3 credit subject of 120 learning hours; it is estimated that students will allocate 78 hours to self independent study, 30 hours to online discussion and 10 - 12 hours to face-to-face interaction at selected Learning Centres.

Further information can be found at Flexible Learning page.

Asia e University is committed to a fair admissions process and we accept a wide range of qualifications. Please go to Entry Requirements page to view informations of the general entry requirements for all our programmes, from Foundation Studies to Doctorate Programmes.(Applicable for Malaysians only).

Information of Entry requirements for International students can be found at International Admissions page.

Open entry refers to the entry requirements, applicable to adults who possess learning experiences which can be assessed and matched against the requirements to enter into a university programme.

Open entry is to provide second chance to working adults to further tertiary study who previously did not able to enter higher education system together with their cohorts but possess relevant experiences or academic qualifications that can be recognised.

These working adults are required to perform or undergo Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) determined by the University before they can be accepted into the academic programmes. The PLA method can be in the form of test, portfolio submission or interview.

Requirements for candidates to be eligible to enrol using open entry:

Bachelor Courses:

• At least 21 years old on 1st January of the application year
• Possess PMR or equivalent

Master Courses:

• At least 35 years old on 1st January of the application year
• Possess STPM/Matriculation/Diploma or equivalent

Please click on the link below to go to the Admission pages of each Courses

• Postgraduate Admission details
• Undergraduate Admission details
• Foundation Studies
• Executives and Professionals Admission details
• International Admission details

How long does it take to complete a programme?

Normal/minumum duration for Bachelor is 5 years, Master is 2 years and Doctor of Philosophy is 4 years. There is no maximum duration except for PhD programmes which is 8 years.

(Note : With credit transfer, learners may complete the Bachelor and Master programmes earlier than the minimum duration specified above).

Students can apply for credit transfer through online after registration. Students need to submit the subject's outlines from the previous institutions if required. RM 50.00 will be charged for every credit approved.

Principles of Credit Transfer:

• Subjects acepted for credit transfer by the University must be similar or close to one or more subjects offered in programmes offered by AeU.
• Students must have obtained a pass or C grade in the subjects recognised.
• The result of the subject concerned was within the last 5 years.
• The maximum transferable credit is 30% of the credit hours required for graduation in a University programme.

Asia e University has a diverse portfolio of academic, executive programmes and lifelong self-enrichment courses that are delivered through open and flexible study pathways. The structure of the AeU programmes is designed to run in both full-time and part-time modes to allow for flexibility for students who are working professionals as well as new graduates. Flexible study modes provide an alternative to traditional face-to-face learning and teaching, and allow students to study where ever they may be. As Asia e University is endorsed by 31 ACD member countries, providing alternate modes of study is important, as this enables AeU to reach out to students around Asia and beyond. Depending on the programme chosen, there are a range of flexible study modes to choose from to facilitate the teaching and learning process.

Please proceed to Flexible Learning page for more information.

As a dual-mode university, AeU offers programmes both in the open & distance learning (ODL) mode as well as the Full-Time On-Site mode. Hence students will have the option to migrate from the ODL mode to the Full-Time On-Site Mode and vice-versa.

AeU is a multinational university set in Asia by Asians under the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD). At the ACD Foreign Ministers Meeting in Islamabad, Pakistan on April, 2005 AeU was established. At the ACD Foreign Ministers Meeting in Doha, Qatar on April, 2006 member countries reaffirmed their commitment towards AeU. On June, 2007 in Seoul, Republic of Korea, Ministers of Foreign Affairs of member countries further declared their support for AeU.

In its initial phase, AeU is supported with funding by the Malaysian Government. Efforts are made to obtain investors from the private sector of the ACD member countries. Several such expressions of interest have been received.

Being supported by the 31 ACD countries, AeU is in a advantageous position than other institutions to operate in these countries and obtain their recognition.

AeU is negotiating to establish links with higher education institutions in establishing branch campuses in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Indonesia, India, Singapore, Vietnam and Saudi Arabia.

To date several workshops and roundtable meetings have been held involving representatives from ACD countries deciding on the concept, governance, programmes and content offered by AeU.

Supervisors for the masters and doctoral programmes are sourced from academics in the region.

The expertise of academics and professionals from the region will be appointed to develop learning materials for the various programmes.

The undergraduate and graduate curriculum offered by AeU reflect an Asian perspective with case studies and examples drawn from the region to illustrate concepts, principles and theories.

Since the establishment of AeU is supported by the ACD countries, it is expected that these countries will recognise the degrees offered.

In October, 2008 a paper on the establishment of an Asian Credit Transfer System (ACTS) will be tabled at the ACD Meeting of Foreign Ministers in Kazakhstan. Its acceptance will facilitate credit transfer and the mutual recognition of degrees among the 31 member countries. This will be the first step towards international recognition of AeU programmes.

Currently, degrees offered have been accorded provisional accreditation by the Malaysian Quality Agency (MQA) and final accreditation will be obtained six months before the first batch of students graduate.

AeU is a multinational university set in Asia by Asians under the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD). It is an international university and is in the process of gaining international recognition.

The actual costs may be slightly more than other ODL universities but AeU is positioned to provide better quality learning materials, an Asian perspective as well as more comprehensive learning support.