SOMAD at APIIT and APU

04/06/2026

The School of Media, Arts and Design was delighted to welcome Ms. Yuki and Ms. Sarah to APU on the 26th of May for an engaging industry-sharing session on the production of Anima Vitae’s movie: Fleak!
Students had a wonderful opportunity to gain insights into the development process behind Fleak, while those unfamiliar with Anima Vitae were introduced to the company’s impressive portfolio of creative works and projects.
To wrap up the session, 10 lucky students walked away with exciting goodie bags and adorable Fleak plushies after enthusiastically answering questions from Ms. Yuki and Ms. Sarah.

22/05/2026

Somad and Lowen – Non-Edible Baking Club recently conducted a sustainable material experience workshop for students from Muar Chung Hwa High School at APU. During the workshop, students learned how to transform coffee waste into creative diffuser blocks in various cute shapes and designs. The students enjoyed a fun and engaging 2-hour hands-on learning experience exploring sustainable materials and creative making. 🌱☕✨

20/05/2026

🚀 James Dyson Foundation Design Hackathon 2026
The annual JDF Design Hackathon will take place on 29 May 2026 at S-8-2, APU Campus.
This one-day, face-to-face design sprint brings together students from the School of Media, Arts and Design (SOMAD) and School of Engineering (SOE) for expert talks and project pre-screening sessions led by professionals from the James Dyson Foundation.
The event showcases bold ideas and strong student innovations, with selected projects potentially progressing to the James Dyson Award (JDA) 2026.

04/05/2026

On behalf of Anima, we’re excited to welcome university students to experience FLEAK in cinemas! Whether you’re coming with friends or taking a break from campus life, FLEAK promises a fun, heartfelt, and unforgettable big-screen experience. Catch it in cinemas starting 21st May 2026, and be among the first to enjoy the adventure. We can’t wait for you to experience FLEAK with us! See you at the movies!

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17/04/2026

How to get a book crit from a global ad agency like Dentsu?
Here's how: get your ideas ready, whip up guts enough to jump off the cliff, and have zero fear of criticism.

On 16 April, 12 APU Advertising students made that brave move and survived.

Obviously, the field trip also included a brief intro to the agency's credentials and culture, on top of a walk through the workspace. But the book crit was the real highlight - one that has certainly triggered some good level of adrenaline releases.

Hopefully they went in a fluffle of rabbits but came out a pride of roaring lions and lionesses (no pun intended if you know what I mean 🤭).

And of course, we can't thank Dentsu Malaysia and Brendan Low enough for making this happen. The precious time spared, the warm hospitality and the generous knowledge shared are truly appreciated!

15/04/2026

🎬✨ Step into the world of cinema production design!

Join our exclusive workshop Production Design in Cinema and discover how scenes come to life using cutting-edge technology and creative props. 🎥🎨
Media & Entertainment Skills Council
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation - APU
👨‍🏫 Learn from industry expert Salim Arif
📅 21st & 22nd April 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (IST)

🚀 What you’ll gain:
• Insights into modern production design
• Use of new technology in filmmaking
• Practical understanding of props and scene creation

🎟️ Limited seats available – Register now!

13/03/2026

Field trip day! Our APU Media Arts & Design students explored the iconic Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad, an architectural treasure built in 1897 with its signature Moorish‑influenced arches, copper domes, and towering clock structure.
Standing opposite Dataran Merdeka, this landmark has witnessed Malaysia’s most historic moments — including the raising of the Malayan flag during the 1957 independence declaration.
A great day of learning, observing, and capturing the beauty of one of KL’s most photographed heritage sites!

12/03/2026

Student industrial visit

13/01/2026

📢 Exciting Announcement!
Dear all,
We’re thrilled to share our upcoming Webinar Session in collaboration with World Design Organization (WDO)!

🗓 Date: 21st January 2026
🎯 Topic: Designing Forward: Shaping Creative, Resilient, Award-Winning Designers
Join us for an inspiring discussion on design innovation and resilience in the creative industry.

✅ Register here: https://wdo.org/event/designing-forward-shaping-creative-resilient-award-winning-designers/

Please share this with your network and let’s connect with both academia and industry!

27/12/2025