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Asia Pacific International College Australia
Asia Pacific International College (APIC) is an Australian Institute of Higher Education specialising in business, project management and information technology. APIC delivers undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Your application, managed
Your APIC Application, Managed With Think Higher
Think Higher can manage the admission journey with you from the initial profile assessment through to the offer, enrolment and Student visa stage.
Prepare the Application
Think Higher can organise the academic and supporting documents required for assessment and help prepare the application. Where previous study may qualify for credit, we can also organise transcripts and unit information.
Handle Offer Conditions
If further documents or conditions are requested, we guide you through what needs to be provided and help check the course, specialisation, campus, intake, fee and conditions once an offer is issued.
Move From Offer to CoE
After the conditions are satisfied and the required payment is made, we can guide you through offer acceptance and the Confirmation of Enrolment stage.
Continue to Student Visa
Think Higher can then assist with the separate Student visa process, including Genuine Student preparation, CoE and OSHC review and supporting visa documentation.
When an offer is issued, we help check:CourseSpecialisationCampusIntakeFeeConditions
The final admission decision remains with APIC.
Study areas
Business, Technology or Project Management: Choose Your Direction
APIC’s course portfolio is concentrated in connected study areas across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
01
Undergraduate
- Diploma of Business
- Diploma of Business Information Systems
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Business Information Systems
- Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Business specialisations
Accounting · Analytics & AI · Project Management
Bachelor of ITComputer Networks and Security specialisation.
02
Postgraduate Business
- Graduate Certificate in Business Management
- Graduate Diploma of Business Management
- Master of Business Administration
- MBA – Information Technology
- MBA – Project Management
- MBA – Health Management
- MBA – Leadership
The Project Management MBA carries AIPM recognition.
03
Project Management
- Graduate Certificate in Project Management
- Graduate Diploma of Project Management
- Master of Project Management and Business
The Master of Project Management and Business is AIPM-endorsed and currently publishes specialist options including ICT Project Management, Health Management and Construction Management.
04
Information Technology
- Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
- Master of Information Technology
Master of IT specialist study
Cyber Security · Enterprise Networks · Artificial Intelligence
2026 tuition
What Does APIC Cost in 2026?
Current published international tuition is shown below. Fees should be reconfirmed against the final Letter of Offer before payment.
| Course | Duration | 2026 Total Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma of Business | 1 year | $22,000 |
| Diploma of Business Information Systems | 1 year | $22,000 |
| Bachelor of Business | 3 years | $66,000 |
| Bachelor of Business Information Systems | 3 years | $66,000 |
| Bachelor of Information Technology | 3 years | $66,000 |
| Graduate Certificate in Business Management | Approx. 2 trimesters | $16,400 |
| Graduate Certificate in Project Management | Approx. 2 trimesters | $16,400 |
| Graduate Certificate in Information Technology | Approx. 26 weeks | $12,300 |
| Graduate Diploma of Business Management | 1 year | $32,800 |
| Graduate Diploma of Project Management | 1 year | $32,800 |
| Master of Business Administration | 2 years | $49,200 |
| MBA – Information Technology | 2 years | $49,200 |
| MBA – Project Management | 2 years | $49,200 |
| MBA – Health Management | 2 years | $49,200 |
| MBA – Leadership* | 2 years | $49,200 |
| Master of Project Management and Business | 2 years | $49,200 |
| Master of Information Technology | 2 years | $49,200 |
International scholarships
APIC Scholarships Can Reduce the 2026 Tuition
APIC currently advertises three international scholarship categories. Scholarships are subject to eligibility and should not be assumed automatically.
Up to 34%
Global Achievement Scholarship
Eligible offshore applicants from specified non-diversity countries.
off 2026 tuition feesUp to 36%
Future Leaders Scholarship
Eligible onshore international applicants from specified non-diversity countries.
off 2026 tuition feesUp to 36%
Diversity & Success Scholarship
Eligible onshore and offshore applicants from designated diversity countries.
off 2026 tuition feesThink Higher can check which current scholarship category may apply when reviewing your course and intake.
Admission requirements
What APIC Will Check Before Admission
Requirements change according to the qualification level.
Typical academic entry
Year 12/equivalent, Certificate IV or another accepted pathway
English
IELTS 5.5, minimum 5.0 in writing & speaking
Typical academic entry
Year 12/equivalent, Certificate IV+, IB/GCE or accepted preparation program
English
IELTS 6.0, minimum 5.5 in writing & speaking
Typical academic entry
Relevant approved academic pathway
English
Commonly IELTS 6.0, minimum 5.5
Typical academic entry
Bachelor degree or another eligible pathway
English
IELTS 6.5, minimum 6.0 in writing & speaking
APIC also recognises alternatives including PTE Academic, TOEFL and Cambridge English. For postgraduate programs, some Graduate Diploma applicants may also qualify through combinations of previous study and relevant professional experience.
Study locations
Three APIC Campuses
APIC delivers its main business, information technology and project management programs across these locations.
Sydney
APIC’s Sydney campus is located in Parramatta, NSW, giving students access to one of Western Sydney’s main education and business areas.
Melbourne
The Melbourne campus is in Docklands, VIC, close to Melbourne’s CBD and public transport connections.
Brisbane
Students in Queensland can study at APIC’s Fortitude Valley, Brisbane campus, an inner-city location with easy access to transport and surrounding services.
Course availability can vary between campuses and intakes, so this should be checked before applying.
Commencement
When Can You Start?
APIC’s standard course pages currently list three main intakes.
FebruaryJuneSeptember
Previous study
Already Completed Similar Study?
APIC allows students to apply for Credit Transfer or Recognition of Prior Learning where previous education or learning matches the relevant course outcomes.
Diploma of Business→Bachelor of Business
Diploma of Business Information Systems→Bachelor of Business Information Systems
The Diploma of Business Information Systems can potentially provide up to one year of credit toward the bachelor.
RPL applications require supporting evidence such as:
Academic transcriptsQualification documentsSubject or course outlinesEvidence supporting relevant prior learning
A credit assessment should ideally be considered early because approved credit can affect the remaining study plan.
After admission
Student Visa Comes After Admission
A Letter of Offer or CoE does not decide the Student visa outcome.
The admission and immigration stages are separate and should be prepared accordingly.
Genuine Student preparationStudent visa eligibilityCoE and OSHC checksPrevious visa historyFinancial evidence where requiredSupporting documentationVisa application preparation
Before you apply
Questions Students Should Check Before Applying
Can I move from an APIC diploma into a bachelor degree?+
Yes. APIC’s diploma programs are designed as pathways into related bachelor study, subject to the applicable credit arrangements.
Can I study Artificial Intelligence at APIC?+
Yes. APIC currently offers AI-related study through the Bachelor of Business Analytics & AI specialisation and the Master of IT Artificial Intelligence specialisation.
Can someone without an IT degree apply for the Master of IT?+
Potentially. APIC describes its Master of IT as designed for students from both IT and non-IT backgrounds, while formal admission requirements still need to be met.
Is Project Management professionally endorsed?+
APIC’s Bachelor of Business Project Management specialisation and Master of Project Management and Business carry AIPM-related endorsement.
Are scholarships available before I start?+
Yes, subject to the relevant scholarship category and eligibility. Current advertised international awards provide discounts of up to 36% for eligible applicants.
Can Think Higher help me get an APIC offer letter?+
Think Higher can assess your profile, prepare the admission documents, guide the application and help manage offer conditions and the next enrolment steps. APIC makes the final admission and offer decision.
Apply through Think Higher
Build Your APIC Application Around the Right Course
APIC gives students several ways to combine business, technology and project management, but the best option depends on your academic background, English, career direction, campus and budget.
Think Higher can review those factors first, help select the suitable APIC course and specialisation, prepare the application and guide you through the offer, CoE and Student visa stages.