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Master of Architecture

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Master of Architecture

Programme Information

Qualification

Master's Degree

Duration

2 Years

Intake

February, September

Tuition Fee

RM 33,700

Overseas Program

Not Available

Location

Sarawak

Overview

The Master of Architecture is a 2 year full-time professional Master’s programme that centres on the advanced study of architecture. It is equivalent to the Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) Part 2 Examination. It takes on an integrated approach to learning architecture and adopts the teaching philosophy of ‘innovation and creative problem solving’.

It aims to develop talented and skilled architects that meets demands of construction industry as well as complies with the objectives of the Council of Architectural Accreditation and Education Malaysia (CAAEM) under the Board of Architect Malaysia. Students will undertake a range of advanced and research-based studio projects supported by knowledge and application of technology and environment, cultural context, management practice and law.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

  • Graduates will be able to apply architectural knowledge and skills in professional practice;
  • Graduates will be able to apply their abilities in architectural communication and collaborative skills with multi-disciplinary teams in the construction industry;
  • Graduates will be able to interpret current architectural issues and apply appropriate solutions.

Entry Requirements

Applicants for Master of Architecture programme must possess:
a) A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from LAM Part 1 accredited programme with minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 or its equivalent qualifications as accepted by the University Senate; AND
b) Successful interview and portfolio assessment; AND
c) Minimum of six (6) months of working experience in architectural firm, recognised organisation related to architectural field or practice in the construction industry with a proof of employment letter.
OR
a) A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from LAM Part 1 accredited programme with minimum CGPA of 2.50 but less than 2.75 or its equivalent qualifications as accepted by the University Senate; AND
b) Successful interview and portfolio assessment; AND
c) Minimum of eighteen (18) months of working experience in architectural firm, recognised organisation related to architectural field or practice in the construction industry with a proof of employment letter.

Course Outline

Year 1: Sem 1

  • Advanced Design Studio 1
  • Urban Design
  • Architectural Concept and Philosophy
  • Elective 1

Year 1: Sem 2

  • Advanced Design Studio 2
  • Architectural Technology
  • Design and Research Methods

Year 2: Sem 1

  • Design Thesis 1
  • Project Development
  • Dissertation 1
  • Elective 2

Year 2: Sem 2

  • Design Thesis 1
  • Construction Law & Contract
  • Dissertation 2

Elective Courses

  • Housing Issues
  • Conservation and Adaptive Reuse
  • Borneo Regional Design
  • Landscape Design
  • Sustainable Passive Design

Programme Information

Qualification

Master's Degree

Duration

2 Years

Intake

February, September

Tuition Fee

RM 33,700

Overseas Program

Not Available

Location

Sarawak