At UCSI University, we believe that creativity, curiosity and strong intellectual grounding are fundamental aspects of an architectural education. As students, you will thrive as you develop a sense of both breadth and depth through courses infused with market-driven software. These courses, from building construction and technology to the history of architecture, will equip you with creative design and practical skills. You will also benefit from yearly visits to architectural sites in Asia including Bali, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Korea, Tokyo and Beijing, for example. As a graduate, you will leave with a desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of people and the environments in which they live.
Duration of Study
3.3 Years
Course Mode
Full-time
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Intakes
January and July
Career Prospect
- Assistant Architect
- Design Consultant
- Interior Designer
- Visualiser
- Research Assistant
- Academic Tutor
Subjects Offered
Year 1
- Architecture Design Studio 1
- Building Construction and Technology 1
- Architecture History 1
- Design Communication 1
- Professional Communication
- Architecture Design Studio 2
- Structure 1
- Building Construction and Technology 2
- Architecture History 2
- Design Communication 2
Year 2
- Architecture Design Studio 3
- Building Services 1
- Building Construction and Technology 3
- Architecture History 3
- Computer-aided Design 1
- Building Science 1
- Architecture Design Studio 4
- Building Construction and Technology 4
- Theories of Architecture & Design
- Computer-aided Design 2
- Building Science 2
- Structure 2
- Experiencing Architecture
Year 3
- Architecture Design Studio 5
- Building Services 2
- Professional Architecture Office Practice
- Architecture Inquiries
- Architecture Option*
- Integrated Architectural Design Project
- Working Drawing
Year 4
- 3-month Professional Architectural Internship
For Malaysian students:
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
For foreign students:
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
Entry Requirement
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Foundation in Arts/ Science/ Equivalent
Minimum CGPA 2.0 with credit in Maths AND
Minimum credit Maths in SPM or grade ‘C’ in O-Levels
STPM
(Arts/Science stream) Minimum CGPA of 2.0 (or equivalent)
With minimum Grade ‘C’ for 2 subjects INCLUDING Maths
UEC
(Commerce/Science stream)
Minimum 5 Credits (‘B’ grade) INCLUDING Maths
SAM
Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects INCLUDING Maths
CPU
Minimum average of 65% in 6 subjects INCLUDING Maths
International Baccalaureate
Minimum 26/42 points from 6 subjects (Minimum score of 4/7 in Maths)
Local Matriculation
Minimum CGPA 2.0 INCLUDING Maths
And
Minimum credit Maths in SPM or grade ‘C’ in O-Level
Diploma/ Advance Diploma/ equivalent
Minimum CGPA 2.0
- Subject to School discretion and credit transfer after reviewing transcript, syllabus description & portfolio.
- Max. 30% credit transfer
Other qualification deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by MQA
Students will be considered on a case by case basis.
AND
*General Requirement:
All applicants must pass Art Education/ Engineering Drawing/ related subjects at SPM/O-level / equivalent
OR
Pass Portfolio Review in replacement of art subjects if applicable
The general requirement applies to both local and foreigner applicants.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL IBT
42
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3
Tuition fees
