The APIIT Diploma comprises Part 1 which is a pre-matriculation stage leading into Part 2 which is the equivalent of the first year of full-time degree study.  The overall rationale of Part 1 is to provide a programme of study which will prepare students for entry into the APIIT Diploma Part 2.

Diploma in International Studies is designed to:

• Provide a programme that covers the academic aspect as well as the vocational aspects of International Studies prepare students for careers in the International Studies environment.
• Provide students with academic and professional skills to develop solutions requiring a holistic outlook in International Studies. 
• Provide students with critical, independent and cooperative learning skills so as to facilitate their response to continuous future international change. 
• Develop students' intellectual skills, communications ability and team working capability.
• Provide students with opportunities for progression into Degrees of International standard in relevant areas.